Do you make time to do nothing?
When was the last time you laid on your back, on a warm summer day, and watched the clouds morph shapes as they drift across the sky? I had such an opportunity this past weekend, and as I lay there, full of awe and experiencing the deep sensory pleasure of a warm breeze, it struck […]
The one question to ask yourself every day
There’s a lot of talk of morning routines out there; those things you do, often in a specific order, to get all systems moving in the same direction to optimize your day. Common elements in the morning routine include: hydrating, meditation or a contemplative practice, journaling, exercise, hygiene and nourishment. These elements do indeed make […]
Is there room for “joy foods?” (Part 1)
Back in the day, before I discovered and healed my sugar dependency, my ultimate, favorite indulgence, or “joy food,” was tiramisu. Tiramisu is an Italian confection made from ladyfingers soaked in coffee and sometimes rum, and then layers of mascarpone and cocoa, creating a textural and taste symphony that is creamy and tangy-sweet with a […]
Seduced by the Comfort of the Familiar
A few days ago, after a discombobulated workday, I found myself thinking about having a glass of wine. This thought would not have been out of the ordinary 5 years ago. Back then it was normal for me to turn to alcohol to take the edge off, and it served as a symbol signifying the […]
Yes you CAN do this!
Many factors go into successful behavior change, including knowing what you want, setting up systems, planning for obstacles among them. While all those things are important, the belief that you can change is probably the most important. Beliefs play a major role at every stage of behavior change, and especially at the beginning. First, you […]
What are you ready to let go of?
Up until very recently, I used to make these Amazing Low Carb Bread Rolls every week. For someone who stopped eating wheat over a decade ago, and generally eats low-carb most of the time, a suitable bread is something hard to come by, and greatly missed. Certain foods pine for a vehicle, like avocados and […]
The Power of Micro-Intentions
At the beginning of the yoga class, the teacher led us through a short meditation, with a focus on the breath: “Take a long, slow inhale through the nose, and a long, slow exhale through the nose.” We did several rounds of breathing before pausing to feel the energy in our bodies. We were then […]
Let’s make success inevitable
So many of us don’t take action towards our goals because we fear that we won’t succeed (fear of failure). So many of us don’t dream big because we are afraid our lives will change too much or will require too much effort to maintain (fear of success). So many of us choose to not […]
Summer eating: Let loose or stay strong? Yes.
Earlier this summer, my partner and I were on vacation in Europe. Then I traveled for family. Then we had guests two weekends in a row. Next month we’re traveling to visit other family. All that is to say that it’s summer; the season of being out of the normal routine. I’m basically […]
Do you need a Pivot Plan?
Do you feel like you’re in a good groove with your diet, exercise, sleep, hydration and contemplative practice?
