What the Heck is PiYo?
I’ve been asked for the last several months…what the heck is PiYo? Before I can that question, let me start from the beginning. January is the time of the year that everyone sets a resolution to...
View ArticleWant to Be a Happier Parent? Just Smile!
Did you know that smiling can help you with discipline? Smiling helps by putting yourself in a better mental state to take critical feedback. And we know first hand that when delivering consequences...
View ArticlePlaying Some Mind Games
Mental health is something that is rarely talked about. While mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and anxiety disorder are becoming more and more recognized and understood, there...
View ArticlePlaying More Mind Games
In yesterday’s blog post, I shared with you a few “mind games” that you can play to make sure your brain stays sharp. Well, while doing a little bit of research, I’ve found a few more that I’d like to...
View ArticleHot Spiced Cocoa Recipe
Winter has definitely arrived in my part of the world, and with it comes the desire to sit in front of a fire, read a good book, and drink hot chocolate. The good news is that drinking hot chocolate...
View Article20 Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes
Just because you are watching what you eat or on a restricted diet, such as gluten-free, vegetarian or vegan doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy some Thanksgiving treats. Here are some examples of healthy...
View ArticleFoods That Can Actually Cause Stress
Stress can be caused by a variety of things - from work issues to financial situations. It’s a normal reaction every human experiences in situations they weren’t prepared for. Sometimes, though,...
View Articlechocolate pudding moments
There is a harmonica playing. Somewhere, nearby, a neighbor is playing out on their porch. Just as I am sitting watching the sunset on mine. And it reminds me of chocolate pudding. The story of The...
View Article7 Reasons You Should Be Talking About Health Coaching
Have you heard about health coaching? If so, do you really know what health coaching is? If not, you really should learn. From my experience as I have started a health coach certification program,...
View ArticlePrevent Burnout in Your Homeschool
Burnout is a common occurrence for parents who home educate because we tend to take on so much, are the full-time care takers of our children in addition to all other responsibilities already in place...
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