Motivation levels on empty? Try this…
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Diet, exercise, sleep, reduce stress—all of the keys to living a healthy lifestyle.  So many of us try to achieve these goals and so many of us fail. Why is this the case?

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The children of Haiti who survived the earthquake will live with this trauma for the rest of their lives… Here are some tips to help you help your children during times of crisis.

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The trauma of the Haiti earthquake is a reminder that in times of crisis our mental health is important too…

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The earthquake in Haiti has devastated the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. The stories are tragic and unbelievable. Individuals, who have lost everything and whose future is unknown. How will they push on?

 It is so easy to look at the conditions many of these folks face and to say to ourselves- I don’t think I could do it. But you know what- many of us could. The will to survive is so instinctual, so hardwired, but thankfully, it is rarely called upon. We all have it, but some people are better equipped to deal with tragedy. They are better at bouncing back—that bouncing back is called resiliency and it is something you can learn.

 Here are some simple ways you can strengthen yours for any situation you may face.

 1. Strengthen your relationships- with family, friends, co-workers, and people in your community. Help others out give a little of yourself- it is a great way to make connections.

 2. Set realistic goals and take action—when problems are overwhelming and goals are not reachable, people feel hopeless and powerless. Literally picking one goal for the day can help you move in the direction you want to go is enough to keep you going.

 3. Find meaning in the situation – as tough as this sounds if you can learn something about yourself you can use that learning in your future. So maybe it’s discovering your survival skills, or a strengthened sense of spiritually or simply an appreciation for life focus on what you can take with you as you move on in life.

 4.  Take care of your physical and mental health – participate in activities that both relax and engage your mind and relax and engage your body. A healthy body and mind is much better equipped to deal with strong emotions and extreme circumstances. Spend a small part of each day that focuses on improving your physical and mental health.

 We are all born with an instinct to survive, but building your resiliency will simply help you navigate your life’s journey with greater confidence and be better prepared to deal with circumstances that are beyond your control.

Come on– you know you do it… Well, here’s what you can do to stop…

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The New Year is a great time to try and make some changes in the foods we eat. But even if you substitute in healthy foods, you still may have a hard time eating a healthy diet. Why?

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So you joined a gym? Good for you!! Are you actually going? Here are some tips to get over “gym phobia”.

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It’s the start of a new year and for many of us that means the promise of joining a gym and getting regular exercise. But let’s face it, going to a gym or health club can be a little intimidating.  

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ok– if you live in the Midwest or northeast this is no big deal.. but for those of us in the south it’s getting very cold… some practical tips that may actually save someones life… stay warm…

Staying Warm