Can you believe it’s almost 2018? New Year’s resolutions have never been my thing—they don’t seem to stick and just leave you feeling crappy by the time February rolls around. So for many years, instead of making resolutions, I have chosen a word to be my...
Self-sabotage is one of the most common factors that I see leading to the derailment of a person’s wellness goals. Breaking the cycle of self-sabotage is tough. In my coaching practice I see my clients struggle with overcoming old destructive patterns all the time. What is...
A manifesto is a statement of intention, ideals or purpose. It can be a bold and sometimes rebellious call to action and often manifestos are politically fueled. Writing a manifesto can be a great catalyst to spark change, to help you set clear intentions and...
In my experience New Year’s resolutions are often made from the feeling that we are somehow not good enough or not doing enough. Here are some of my past resolutions, “I will lose 10lbs and exercise more”; “I will meditate twice a day”; and “from...
Happy Thanksgiving! You are probably not surprised to hear that Americans consume more calories on Thanksgiving than any other day of the year but we also know the holidays are about more than just overeating our family’s favorite recipes. This time of year inspires us to...
Thanksgiving is almost upon us and we are in the midst of the season of gratitude. Not that I don't practice gratitude the rest of the year but the tradition of Thanksgiving is a great reminder to express our appreciation for all the many blessings...
“The present moment is the only moment available to us and the door to all moments” - Thich Nhat Hanh There are countless sayings, quotes and teachings about staying open to the present moment. I think maybe the biggest struggle of the human experience is...
I was debating on what to write about this week and then during a conversation with my mother-in-law I was reminded of how important hugging is to our health and happiness and thought it was worth sharing. You know how good you feel when you...
What’s the secret to creating a happy healthy life? Well that’s the million dollar question. I read about health, wellness, Ayurveda and yoga a lot! I follow blogs, read posts, books and most of all I use my personal experience and wisdom gained from watching...
Something I get asked about all the time is what are some good books on Ayurveda? Ayurveda is a complete system of healing that goes well beyond dosha tests and food lists. Ayurvedic concepts can seem overwhelming if you’re new to the subject but luckily...
