Who doesn’t love the feeling of warm sunshine on their skin? I have been a sun lover most of my life. I look back and remember the crazy things we used to do (which I don’t recommend) to try to get a darker tan. The sun felt so great, and we loved the healthy glow […]
Paying attention to your surroundings and being situationally aware extends beyond your immediate environment. During a recent trip, we chose to stay at a hotel in a “safe” downtown area. The hotel boasted a 4.4 out of 5-star review, so we felt very safe reserving our rooms there. The Surroundings Upon arrival, the hotel’s lobby […]
Playing video games is part of our culture. A study by NDP Group found that 71% of kids between the ages 2 and 17 played video games. It is not for me to say if kids should or shouldn’t play video games; I’ll leave the parenting to the parents. If your kids do play video […]
Over the decades that I have worked as a personal trainer, my clients all have asked me that common question regarding which athletic shoe to wear. Many of them would have to pull out their old shoes from the back of the closet that had seen better days. They didn’t, nor do many people realize […]
If you’re not prepared, exercising in the heat can have tragic consequences. Heat-related illnesses are largely preventable. By taking some basic precautions, your exercise routine doesn’t have to suffer when the heat is on. If you are not careful, you can end up experiencing a heat-related health condition such as heat stroke, heat exhaustion or […]
You Keep Your Valuables and Your Guns in a Safe – Why Not Your Passwords? In today’s digital world, passwords are an essential part of securing our online accounts. We use them to access our email, social media accounts, online banking, and even our healthcare portals. Forgetting passwords can be a significant source of stress […]
When you set effective goals, you will achieve more! Goals provide focus, enhance productivity, bolster self-esteem, and increase commitment. When setting a goal, clearly outline the series of steps for achieving it to stay on track and keep you from becoming overwhelmed. This goal setting method can be used in your professional life, personal life […]
As we all know, the world has changed drastically in the last few years, with the pandemic, economic instability, global tensions, rising fuel and food prices. The Americans are feeling considerable stress resulting in the fear of numerous societal issues. This includes increased violence at home, in schools and in the workplace. With this rising […]
You just finished your appointment at the hair stylist and as you walk to your car you’re scrolling through your phone. You don’t notice the man walking up behind you. When he grabs your side and tells you to be quiet and follow him to his car. What will you do next? Do you have […]
Have you ever felt stuck in life? Depressed and unmotivated to get to the root of your depression? Anxiety is a leading factor in everyone’s mental health and it needs to be taken seriously. If not dealt with it can lead to serious implications. Below are 11 tips on how you can live a healthier […]
