This week, my blog post is a bit different. Instead of discussing a specific subject, I am going to ask you for your help. If you’ve been following me, you know my messaging is becoming more targeted. Much of what I discuss has to do with overcoming adversity and recognizing the opportunity that lies within. It’s about waking up to living your life with purpose and intention. However, I need your input to help me offer exactly what is important to you with regard to your overall wellness. So if you can take a few minutes and complete this wellness survey, I would greatly appreciate it. After all, the more I know about your needs, the more I can tailor my work to meet those needs. Thank you, in advance, for your time!

To your wellness!

Be Present – Be Purposeful – Be Well

Recently I saw this posted on Facebook and wanted to share it.  Life really boils down to choice.  Many of us spend a lifetime “shoulding” all over ourselves.  How would it feel to choose instead of doing what you think you should? 

I grew up being the “good little girl” doing as I was told and/or thought I should.  It’s only in the past decade that I realized I held the power of choice.  So in my 40s I discovered that making my own choices empowered me to be the person I want to be.  This allowed me the opportunity to decrease my stress and increase my self-esteem.  My inner critic doesn’t pop up as often and I’m generally a happier, more content person.  I am my authentic self, showing up in the world the way I want and know is right. Try a life of choice!  It is refreshing & empowering!

Be Present - Be Purposeful - Be Well

One of the biggest fears facing baby boomers is memory loss. As we age, we tend to forget things. And, depending what we forget, we begin to fear the worst like the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. First, let’s define age-related memory loss in simple terms: When you misplace your car keys, that’s being forgetful. When you forget what the keys are used for, that’s a sign to contact your doctor as you may have something more serious going on. To stave off age-related memory loss, challenge your brain every day. Think of it as exercise for your brain health!

Here are some ideas you can try:

1. Use your non-dominate hand to write. It’s quite challenging and the results may make you laugh!

2. Do puzzles. Crosswords, word searches, & Sudoku are all great options to tax your brain in different ways.

3. Learn a new skill or language. Again, this challenges your brain to work differently than what it is used to.

4. Play on the computer and learn new programs.

5. Read as much as you can. Books, magazines, etc. are all good options to stimulate your brain.

6. Eat healthfully. You really are what you eat and your brain knows it.

7. Exercise regularly and vary your routines. It’s good for your brain and body as well as fun!

Whatever you do, do something that stimulates your brain. The old adage is true: if you don’t use it, you will lose it. So be sure to use it every day!

Be Present – Be Purposeful – Be Well