What’s more important when pursuing a goal, is it what’s motivating you or is it your self-discipline to make it happen? It’s difficult to separate the need for one versus the other as they both play an important role in the effective execution of the actions necessary. If you are strongly motivated to accomplish something, […]

Have you ever found yourself in a hurry, peering into your fridge at a loss for what to cook for dinner? Or how about peeking into your cupboard, looking for a snack, only to find the same pre-packaged quick fix options you have been buying for years? In the past I used to stock my

Are you focusing your energy on the things that matter most to you? Are you in control of how you are spending your time? At times I’ve found myself running on autopilot, allowing my subconscious to take control. I’d reach the end of the day wondering where had all my time gone and if I

Are you unhappy with the condition you’re in? Are you considering changing your diet in hopes to attain your health and wellness goals? Are you wondering which diet is best? With so many different options available, no wonder you question which ones work and which one is right for you! It’s important to recognize that

Our brains are big fans of habits.  Our minds are preset to anticipate what’s coming next to the point where it will often lead us towards what it expects and we can do things automatically without having to even think about it!  This is great for many things. For example, have you every driven home

Why does how we think have such a big influence on the results we achieve? We all have ambitions and desires; however, at times we may find ourselves delaying or avoiding the effort required. Our mindset matters!  If our default mindset aligns with that of our ancient ancestors, it is likely set to keep us

A common question I hear is, does exercise reduce the risk of getting sick? In general, including physical activity as part of your daily routine is a great way to improve your overall health, but whether or not it will strengthen your immune system depends on 1) the intensity level of your exercise, 2) the frequency

Do you find yourself craving sugary snacks and drinks? After you have a treat, does that satisfy your craving or does it lead to you having more? Sugar is a tricky substance. We know it’s not good for us, but when we eat it our brain perceives it as pleasurable and a reward. This often leads

Are you trying to improve your health or lose weight? Have you become curious about skipping meals or intermittent fasting as another means to make it happen? Intermittent fasting involves abstaining from eating for a set period of time. It is an approach to create an overall calorie deficit each week as a means to

When you take a moment to sit still, closing your eyes and just focusing on the moment, forgetting about all your worries, feeling your chest raise and lower with every breath, how refreshing does that feel?! Sometimes we may find ourselves pushing too hard, trying to tackle too many things at once, possibly leading to initial