Hey there, I’ve read dozens of books this year. I typically have at least two or three non-fiction books going at one time, as well as at least one fiction book (I switch between physical books, Kindle books, and audiobooks). I also recently got a library card after dragging my feet for way too long, …
Hey there, Tomorrow is the first day of winter for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere. As a self-proclaimed summer person, I’ve chased the sun and warmth for much of my life. While some people look forward to the change in seasons, by embracing the coziness of blankets, puffer coats, and hot drinks, I’ve …
Hey there, A client recently messaged me to tell me he would be traveling for the week of Christmas. He knew his family would be making some of his favorite dishes, some of which aren’t the type of healthy foods he’d typically include in his diet. “Is it OK if I indulge a little?” My …
Hey there, Pushing for growth in any area of your life isn’t easy. After all, choosing to do the hard thing — like pushing through a tough workout — vs. the easy thing — relaxing on the couch — is often choosing the less pleasant option. But ask yourself what will happen if you don’t challenge yourself …
Hey there, I don’t know about you, but I’m always looking for ways to become tougher mentally. I don’t want to be the type of person who quits when things get hard. I want to set a goal and stick with it, even when it feels like I have everything going against me. And that’s …
Hey there, I used to fight having a daily routine. As a lover of novelty and adventure, being locked into a routine felt suffocating. I was worried too much routine would leave me feeling uninspired and bored. But, as most seasoned artists know, routines can be the opposite of confining. Instead, they can be incredibly …
Hey there, When it comes to fitness and health, it’s all too common to have an all-or-nothing approach. Often, this shows up in the form of flipping from complete diet restriction to binge eating. From total inactivity to killing yourself at the gym. From feeling excited about your goals to feeling like it’s not even …
Hey there, When I was younger, I experienced a lot of panic attacks. I had no real physical outlet at the time, so when these would happen, I’d often go from 0 to 100 with nowhere to put my anxious energy. Only in recent years have I begun to understand that my physical outbursts were …
Hey there, Feeling like a beginner is a frustrating and often humbling experience. So why not just stick with the things you’re already good at? Allowing yourself to be a beginner in different pursuits and keeping a beginner’s mindset throughout the process is helpful for many reasons: It helps you keep making progress. If you’re …
Hey there, If the last year and a half has taught us anything, it’s that things don’t always go according to plan. And, like it or not, the same lesson applies to your fitness journey. Making a plan to reach your goals is a great start and necessary for progress. But being flexible with your …