Recently, I finished reading Stephen King’s On Writing and found myself lost in his world of thought provoking questions, eloquent words, and fascinating life story. Admittedly, I had not previously read any King novels due to my inability to stomach tales of horror. Now, I’m hooked on his writing style and intend to attempt to…
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Weekly Zen: A Compelling Case for Change
Do you start your day by hitting snooze several times or constantly crave coffee at 2:00 every afternoon? Do you ever wonder why that might be the case and why it is so hard to break away from the routine you’ve created? In his book “The Power of Habit”, Charles Duhigg creates a compelling case for…
Sugar Detox Update: Too Much of a Good Thing
Can too many positive life changes ultimately lead to negative side effects? You betcha. By recently starting a new Crossfit routine, beginning the sugar detox, and reducing my caffeine intake all within a couple of weeks, my body went into shock mode. Ten days into the 21-day sugar detox and I’ve already experienced many highlights…
One Simple Tip for Recharging Your Week
With busy schedules and plenty of commitments, it’s easy to forget how to make yourself a priority. This week, I challenge you to find an hour or two to treat yourself to something out of the ordinary. Whether it’s a massage, purchasing a new scented candle, or squeezing in a few chapters of your favorite…
Five Tips for Reducing Sugar Intake
Three days into the 21-Day Sugar Detox and I’m feeling pretty good. It’s possible that the detox is making me delusional in thinking it is more manageable than I initially thought it might be. But so far, I’ve found that with a few key tips, it is not difficult to follow the guidelines. While you may not…