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Thursday, Aug 12th 2010
Are You Shoulding All Over Yourself?
I should be more outgoing. I should meditate more. I should cook more. I should clean more often. I should make more money. I should dress better. I should be a better wife, friend, mother, daughter….and the list goes on.
Saturday, Aug 07th 2010
Tips for Eating Well While Traveling
The lack of blogging last month can be blamed on a fabulous cross country road trip, an adventure that I was able to cross off the big life to-do list. While on the road, it was difficult to stay healthy, but days of hiking and exploring required that I fuel up and feel good. Here are some tips that I came up with while traveling:
Sunday, Aug 01st 2010
Overcome Fear and Reinvent Yourself
Did you know that our bodies today are not made up of the same cells they were 30 days ago? If our bodies can reinvent themselves then our minds should be quite capable of doing the same, shouldn't they? As the fall approaches, it brings with it a sparkle of opportunity. How can you change your life for the better?
Have you always dreamed about trying your hand at a new hobby, or even a new career? What's stopping you? Most often it is fear that keeps us from taking a chance. No matter how unhappy you are, there is always some comfort in what you know.
Thursday, Jul 01st 2010
5 Fun Ways With Fruit
Who ever said that dessert has to be chock full of fat and calories? Instead of reaching for that carton of ice cream this summer, why not satisfy your sweet craving with one of these simple ideas. All you need is a blender, some fruit and a healthy appetite.
Why not try:
Wednesday, Jun 16th 2010
5 Spices to Stock Up On
Spices not only make food taste better, but they can also have big health benefits. Why not leave the salt-shaker in the cabinet and put some other flavorful spices on your dining table? You’ll be reducing your sodium intake and boosting antioxidants that can lower inflammation.
Monday, Jun 07th 2010
Super Model Veronica Webb’s Top 5 Tips for Supple Skin
Veronica Webb, broadcast journalist and fashion model, has flawless skin; she practically glows. How does she do it? We asked her for her top tips for achieving that complexion of perfection, and this is what she said:
1. Water, water, water. Make sure to get your eight glasses a day to maintain hydrated skin from the inside out.
Thursday, May 27th 2010
5 Tips for Bikini-Style Barbecuing this Memorial Day
There's nothing better than a barbecue with friends and family, but traditional summer get-togethers often include a menu of hotdogs, hamburgers, potato salad and chips, which can dampen your days at the pool sporting a swimsuit. But grilling is a healthy method of cooking, so there's really no need to sacrifice flavor when cutting fat. Try these alternatives to get fewer calories and more nutrients.
Friday, May 21st 2010
Let Music Inspire Your Spirit and Nourish Your Body
Last night I went to see my favorite musician, Josh Ritter, in concert; I don't think there's anything quite like really great live music—it made me feel alive, inspired and joyful. It also had me wondering, how does music really affect the mind and body?
Thursday, May 20th 2010
4 Ways to Feel Sexier: Eat Dinner Naked?
Do you prefer to leave your birthday suit hanging in the closet for most occasions? The authors of the new book, "Look Better Naked," may have you rethinking that.
Monday, May 17th 2010
What You Should Never Leave Home Without
I don't know about you, but I can never seem to leave the house without a huge pocketbook. And I know it's bad for my neck to carry something so big (which invariably leads to something too heavy), but I just can't help myself.
