9 Months of Resolutions

January 1, 2012 by
mom baby

What’s so special about 9 months?  Well, for starters, it is how long it takes for the human body to create new life and bring it to term, it’s also the amount of time that mom’s should give themselves to get back into shape – at the very least! For some moms it will happen quicker and others it will take longer, but the key is to not rush your body.  Here are some “resolutions” to help you get your body back over 9 months.  Not a “brand new” mom, these exercises will still work for any mom returning to fitness! Month 1: Nice and easy Your body is in major recovery mode right now.  If … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Adjustment/Transition, Mindful Parents, Motivation, Women's Health

Tips for Winter Months

January 1, 2012 by
Tips for Winter Months

Be Still, Meditate, Write, Read Sit by the Sea, Lake, River, Waterfall Rest, Calm, Quiet Time Eat Well, Make Nutritious Soup Foot Massage with Friends Listen to Your Heart Listen to Others Wait. “When One Stays in Darkness Long Enough, One Begins to See.” Carl Jung Use the will Not to do. Restorative Yoga. Qi Gong. Tai Chi. Pay Attention to the Power of Fear (The Emotion of Winter) Evaluate Your Storehouse. What Resources do I have? What Gifts do I Have of Mind, Body, Spirit? Loved ones, Money Possessions? How can I be a Better Steward of My Goods so that I Have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Massage

2012 Part of the Plan: Massage!!

January 1, 2012 by
Massage

For goodness sake make massage part of the plan for 2012!!  So often I have seen overworked bodies, minds, spirits who need TLC and rendering balance and normalcy to their lives.  So, please, take an hour, a day, a week, a month or so to give yourself the space to regroup so you can function freely.  Bodies are supposed to move freely--no pain.  It’s not normal to have to live with pain.  Please, in addition to exercise, diet, and spiritual practice bring massage into your repertoire.  There’s something for everyone.  There’s a whole spectrum of touch from Reiki to Rolfing, Acupressure to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Massage

MAKING NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS WORK

January 1, 2012 by
new-year-resolutions

Who can relate to the scenario of each year making new year’s resolutions and then realizing that the year has passed you by and once again you have failed at achieving your expectations? I would like to help you with some strategies to make 2012 the year of change.   We often tend to set ourselves huge expectations such as losing weight, stop smoking or drinking, etc . It all seems good at the start when for the first 2 days of the new year you are disciplined to not light up a cigarette, but then by day 3 your vulnerabilities and old habits get the better of you. You say to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Exercise, Healthy Holidays, Inspiration, Motivation