Stress Eating? Take a Pause!

Stress Eating? Take a Pause!

Stress Eating and the Power of the Pause

We've all been there! We suddenly find ourselves munching endlessly and clutching a bag of chips. We're not entirely sure how we got there and, for some reason, we can’t seem to stop eating. Somehow, the chip bag became our kryptonite and we’ve been rendered powerless.

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You're Still You

You're Still You

“Is this who I am now?”

I’ve been hearing people ask this question a lot lately. We may wondering if we’re going to get our motivation back or if the weight we gained over the past year is officially part of us now. We may wondering if this heightened anxiety or feelings of ‘meh’ are here to stay. We may wondering if we’re going to get some healthy habits back or have we officially become one with our couch and Netflix. We may even be wondering if we can still make small talk. Basically, we’re wondering, “Is this the new me?”

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Uncertainty and Anxiety - Words of 2020

Uncertainty and Anxiety  - Words of 2020

Uncertainty breeds anxiety. And, let's face it, 2020 has been filled with uncertainty! I was recently asked how to cope with anxiety, especially if you don't like to meditate. Here are some ideas that are good for everyone.

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5 Tips to Reduce Stress and Anxiety in Uncertain Times

5 Tips to Reduce Stress and Anxiety in Uncertain Times

You don’t need me to tell you that you are coping with your own set of worries, concerns and anxieties. And, if you're like most people, you're working hard to find your balance each day.

I've talked with so many people over the past few months and there are some common themes. We're all coping with stress and uncertainty. Many of us have had major changes in our day to day life. Some of us are dealing with the Corona Creep on our waistlines. Some of us haven't exercised in months and feel it. Some of us are about ready to turn our homes upside down to get organized. Some of us are struggling with sadness, grief, and anxiety. Many of us are dealing with all of this and more.

Sadly, I don't have a magic wand to fix everything. But, I can offer you some tools on coping with anxiety and uncertainty.

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