This time of year emotions can be intense. People feel pressure to do more than usual and schedules are packed. However, now is a great time to concentrate on getting exercise and eating a good diet. The weather can make workouts difficult, the holiday parties test temptation, and time crunches seem to double from now [...]
Archive for November, 2011
Sometimes when we feel stuck and we are spinning our wheels so fast trying to get moving, we need to stop. Harness some energy, then give it another go. Pausing can let us establish our footing and power forward to reach our goals. ~trvw
There are times when I feel a misconception about vegans. I enjoy the compassionate lifestyle that I have chosen. However, sometimes I feel that others believe I hold my decision on a pedestal – not so! I believe that to each her own and as long as she is doing her best, than so be [...]
Health & wellness have always been important to me. I was brought up being taught how to read nutrition labels, exercise by doing things I could do, and taking care of what I had to work with. When you’re whole health is compromised, it’s darn important to cling to what you do have and strive [...]
Overcoming the ego takes a lot of energy. For some the act might come easily; others require more practice. One way I have found helpful is that when I feel the uneasiness and insecurity swell up (yes, that’s the ego) I stop, close my eyes if – it’s appropriate a and think how being selfless [...]
For years my sister and I would run our local Turkey Trot 5K race. It was fun to see people in town for Thanksgiving, be a part of physical activity on a day dedicated to expandable pants, and of course the awesome long sleeved t-shirt was great too. As the years went by and the race got big and [...]


