The effects that stress can have on our bodies has been well documented. Stress can wreak havoc on our weight and cause weight gain or weight loss (read about the effects of stress on your weight here). While eliminating stress can be easier said than done in many cases, practicing gratitude can be a really…
Power Napping for Your Health
There’s nothing better to me than a good nap. When I think of all those times I refused to take a nap as a child, it makes me very sad. As an overworked and crazy busy adult, I take advantage of any opportunity to nap that comes along. It seems that there is a certain…
The Effects of Stress on Your Weight
Stress seems to be an ever-constant part of many of our lives these days. Over the past 18 months, I’ve had to deal with a significant amount of stress in my life on top of my regular stress. I had so much stress in my life, in fact, that I have seen some very negative…
Pumpkin Spice Sugar Scrub and a Cup of Relaxation
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MeAndMyTea #CollectiveBias In case you haven’t noticed the calendar recently (or the lights and decorations or the holiday songs on repeat), the holiday season is upon us. I have to admit though, I’m not a huge fan of…
Rediscovering Your Motivation #GoodnessToGreatness
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #TryALittleGoodness #CollectiveBias The past year or so has been challenging for me in many ways. There have been lots of ups and downs, to say the least! I’ve had everything from weddings to new babies to having my appendix…
The Rest of My Real Food Family
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MyCatMyMuse#CollectiveBias Like many of you, my family considers our pets as members of the family. In addition to my husband and the two children I gave birth to, my family includes a dog and two cats. You may…
Tips to Protect Your Hearing
**This is a sponsored post for which I have been compensated by the advertiser. All opinions are my own. #ListenHear #CoverYourEars #GenerationDeaf Sometimes I run with headphones in. Sometimes I run with friends and enjoy long conversations. Other times, I run alone with no headphones and just take in the sounds all around me….
How to Get Better Sleep
We’ve all heard the importance of getting a good night’s sleep but in reality, that is sometimes easier said than done. If you’ve ever suffered from insomnia for no apparent reason, you’ll want to read on and learn HOW to get more restful sleep and wake up feeling rested and recharged. Having a regular sleep…
7 Tips to Live Healthier
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SipandBeFit #CollectiveBias Living healthy seems like it can be a little overwhelming at first. There are so many different aspects involved, especially as far as diet and exercise are concerned. With all the conflicting advice and information, it can…
The Rewarding Way to Live a Balanced Life
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #RewardHealthyChoices #CollectiveBias As I’m sure you’ve realized by now, I’m all about making healthy choices and living a balanced and healthy life. For me, that means balancing work, fitness, nutrition and my family. With as crazy as this…
