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FROM THE HEART
If you’re looking for a little wellness inspiration (mind, body and spirit) then you’re in the right place! Here is where you’ll find top tips for health, movement motivation and some deeply personal shares; from my heart to yours! Blog posts bi-weekly.
THIRSTY AF: HOW WATER HELPS YOU LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE
WATER! A glorious little elixir that makes up nearly 70% of the human body. We all know that it’s essential to living (the average person would only survive three days without water) yet most of us (nearly 75% of Americans) are chronically dehydrated.
What gives?
Perhaps it’s our lack of awareness, overconsumption of sugary drinks or our imbalanced diet. Whatever the reason, the health benefits of upping your water intake are vast.
20 REASONS WHY LAVENDER WILL IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH
Boy I love essential oils! They’re so multipurpose and safe for the whole family. Of all the essential oils I use in my life, Lavender is my favourite. It’s so multi-purpose that it is a must-have for every home. Need some reasons to get yourself some?
10 TIPS FOR GOAL-SETTING AND MOTIVATION
Be honest, how many days has it been since you’ve showered? Or when was the last time you changed from your lunge track pants to your fancy ones? Or how many times have you turned on the dryer to “get the wrinkles out” instead of folding your clothes?
When I first came back to Canada, I left my backpack in a heap on my floor for well over a week. To some, this may not be a big deal. I’ve got friends who will go weeks with their post-vacay clothes still neatly tucked away in their suitcase.
Have you ever left a bag for so long that it becomes part of the room decor? You accept that it belongs in that spot now, so there’s no need to unpack?
I haven’t.
10 WAYS TO MANAGE DEPRESSION
I’ve struggled with depression since I was in high school. Was it because I grew up in an alcoholic home? Was it because of the tension and anger that dwelled constantly within those four walls? Was it because of painful experiences I hadn’t dealt with? Or was it because I was a teenage girl; raging with hormones and descending into anarchy on a desperate quest to figure out who I was.
All of the above.
Yet beyond my physical surroundings there are also my genetic ones. I have a predisposition to depression and everyone in my family tree starting with my grandparents and continuing down was or should have been treated for their symptoms.
10 HABITS THAT WILL HAVE YOU FEELING PHYSICALLY FABULOUS
Stuck in the house? Feeling sluggish? Activity levels slowed? Motivation decreased? Perhaps it’s the added responsibility of children along with that full time job?
Regardless of your current situation, weight gain remains a big concern and the idea of stepping onto the scales is a terrifying thought for many.
So what’s the deal then? Do we just adopt the “Diet Starts Tomorrow” mantra… knowing that Tomorrow may never come?
Yea, sure. That’s an option.
However, if you’re not looking for a little extra love around the middle, here’s some practical ways to keep those added pounds at bay:
