There were several cues to my depression. I was becoming increasingly moody. I was having trouble making even little decisions, like what to wear on any given day. I was sleeping a lot. The day seemed to get away from me. I found myself seeking out motivational materials, things I know all too well. Yes, [...]
“I don’t understand; I use [a diet system] to lose weight and am generally very successful, however, as soon as I come off the diet and start eating regularly, I gain the weight right back. This has happened three times now. What am I doing wrong?” This is the sad the story of relapse. You [...]
Then nothing will change. If you do nothing to change your health status, decrease your stress, lose the weight or diminish your pain, then what will your life be like in a year – or two – or five? If things stay the same, you can expect the same outcome – or worse. Great futures [...]
Often referred to as a personal inventory, taking an assessment allows you to wake up to your reality. It shakes you out of denial and affords you the opportunity to take charge and change something if you are not happy. It’s easier to stay in denial. It is easier to lie to yourself or avoid [...]
No, really, how are you feeling right now? How are things going for you in your life? When was the last time you stopped to take an assessment of yourself, your environment, your relationships, your health?? Without awareness, we remain in the dark, continuing on our journey until something stops us in our tracks and [...]
