Everyone always said I should start a meditation practice. But as a complete beginner, that always seemed unattainable. I wondered how I was supposed to start. And what’s the secret? But, meditation is about getting your brain quiet. And now I know that the first thing I needed to quiet were all my excuses for not meditating. Because, they weren’t necessary or valid. I mean, I’m not saying … [Read more...] about 7 Ways To Build A Beginner’s Meditation Practice
How to Smartly Survive A Vacation Illness
You plan your trip for months. You leave for vacation full of anticipation. The last thing you expect or want is an illness. Sure, you may be in a warmer climate, getting more rest and feeling less stressed out. All of these can boost your immunity. But, you are also being exposed to new foods and chemicals. You're meeting new people who carry germs and bacteria from all over the world. And … [Read more...] about How to Smartly Survive A Vacation Illness
8 Ways to Safely Enjoy the Sun This Summer
I love being outdoors. There’s nothing better than being out in the sun on a beautiful summer day. But there can be too much of a good thing. And the concept of a “healthy tan” is a bit of a misnomer. A little about me. I’m pale. Like really pale. Like, there’s no way I’m really going to tan. In fact, for me it’s about which shade of red I become. I got lots of sunburns growing up. And, of … [Read more...] about 8 Ways to Safely Enjoy the Sun This Summer
4 Surprising Reasons To Cut Back On Alcohol
Relaxing with a beer or a nice glass of Merlot can be a reward for a hard day. And there's nothing wrong with having a drink now and then. But if you've moved past being a light weight drinker, you might be getting more than you bargained for from your alcohol. Alcohol can make you feel really good. And if you overdo it, of course you'll feel really bad. But what if you're somewhere between a … [Read more...] about 4 Surprising Reasons To Cut Back On Alcohol
8 Ways to Exercise When You’re Too Busy And Tired
So around January you might have decided it was time to start a new exercise routine. But then February got hectic. And you started to feel tired. Then finally you just dropped the exercise thing all together. So you told yourself you were just too busy. Of course, you know the benefits of exercise. Those endorphins make you feel amazing. Exercise helps burn fat. And it gives you loads of … [Read more...] about 8 Ways to Exercise When You’re Too Busy And Tired
