Posts on how to make the most of your time and energy.
15 Years Ago I Got This Advice from a Trainer. I’ve Never Forgotten It.
Nearly 15 years ago, I was working out, and I got a piece of advice from a trainer that struck a chord with me. It resonated so deeply, that I’ve never forgotten it. As he demonstrated the next exercise in my workout, I groaned. “Ugh, I hate this exercise.” …
Why Can’t I Clear My Mind? The Surprising Answer.
Ever wondered, “Why can’t I clear my mind?” Why can’t I get all the noise upstairs to just disappear? Learn the answer to this age-old question. Plus, learn what you can do about it! One of the most common questions I get when talking about anxiety, stress, and …
Singletasking: What it Is and Why It’s Critical for Your Health
If you’re a proud multitasker, listen up. If you’re wearing a badge because you can do multiple things at once, it’s time to get real. While multitaslking was once a hot buzzword, it isn’t any longer. New research is clear, multitasking is completely ineffective. So if multasking isn’t productive or …
What Fake It Till You Make It Really Means + How It Can Help Your Mood
If you read my bio, you’ll see that one of my life buzzwords is authenticity. I deeply believe in embracing who you are, rather than trying to be someone else. This commitment to authenticity is visible in both my personal and professional life, and it’s a value I’ve worked hard …
Feel Like Quitting? 7 Quotes to Inspire You to Keep Going
Have you had a longtime dream that you can’t get out of your head? Maybe you’ve been working toward a goal, busting your butt to get there. And after moving, working, and chugging along, you’re starting to feel tired, wondering if all this work is really worth it. Self-doubt …
10 Scientifically Backed Ways to Get Better Sleep
Sleep is one of the most important things for your mental, physical, and emotional health, yet nearly 70 percent of Americans report struggling with sleep at least once a week. Whoa. Are you in that 70 percent? Thankfully, there is an entire field of research devoted to sleep, and …
The Science of Avoidance + How It Gets In Your Way
Does this scene sound familiar? You know you have to have an uncomfortable conversation with your partner. You’ve been thinking about it, dreading it, and every time you get up the nerve, you change your mind and swear you’ll have the conversation later. Or maybe you’ve been putting off …
How Having a Bedtime Routine Can Help You Sleep Better
Have you ever noticed that dogs seem to sense when it’s dinner time? They start to hover near the kitchen, somehow knowing that their dinner is coming. They pace back and forth, wagging their tales with anticipation. Dogs can’t tell time, so how is this possible? And what can …
Looking for Answers or Clarity in Your Life? Watch This.
“I don’t know.” “I’m not certain.” “I just wish I had a clear answer.” Do these phrases sound familiar? Are trying to make a big decision and looking for answers? If so, today’s post is for YOU. I’m sharing a quote that has shaken me to my core, and …
My Worst Email Habit and How I Finally Broke It
I recently kicked a really bad email habit. We’re talking about a longstanding, drove my husband crazy, thought I’d never break it kind of habit. And because we’re rarely alone in our bad habits, I thought I’d share my success story, in case you too suffer from my former …