Setting big, scary goals is exciting. But it’s also quickly disheartening too many times when we fail to support our efforts by managing expectations. Most of the time, the problem isn’t that the goal’s too big or grandiose. It’s that we’re not setting reasonable expectations about reaching it. Here’s an example that’s super-oversimplified just to make the point. Let’s say you’re 25 pounds overweight, so you decide to lose that much through exercise and eating right. Is that

Sunshine becomes more abundant in springtime, so it’s logical that springtime is all about growth as growth requires energy. So, how can you apply this circular model from nature to reach your health & fitness goals? Well, it’s simple when you think about those two key characteristics of spring: You need to apply energy to make the most of your growth. Here’s how: 1. What are your sources of energy? Plants get theirs from the sun. And guess what? So do you! So, be sure to g

Spring might be our favorite season, and we have so many reasons why. The sunshine is so welcome after winter… There’s a feeling of renewal everywhere… And flowers are blooming all over town. When we think about personal growth and rebirth, the symbolism is so clear and positive this time of year. It’s everywhere you look! So, let’s think about how you can learn from nature’s beautiful cycle and blossom into your brightest, best self. 1. Dig in the dirt. Before we get to th

Some people say “Success is a journey, not a destination.” And while we agree with that, we also think success is something else. Success is a decision. That’s right. In building healthy habits, in achieving goals, in work… whatever: We choose our own results. We're often asked how to succeed at something – like losing a certain amount of weight, for example. The solution is simple: Decide you’re going to do it. Here’s what we mean – or, rather, what we don’t mean. You don’t

Most of us were taught as kids to be generous and thoughtful of others. But some of us were “over-taught” those lessons -- to NEVER give to ourselves beyond providing for our own basics. Positive traits -- of wanting to help others or to bring a smile to their faces -- got corrupted to the point of neglecting our own needs and desires. Of always trying to be a “people pleaser.” Of avoiding the very responsible, adult NEED to practice self-care. Caring for yourself means inves