Treat your senses. Do little things that make you happy and arouse your senses, for example some scented candle, freshly cut flowers, a full body massage, or treating yourself to your favorite food or drink (no going over board). Continue reading Wellness Wednesday
Create nature at the office. Plants help create some serious positive energy. So buy some green and inhale the good vibes. This coming from a person with a not so green thumb; just remember to water them! Continue reading Wellness Wednesday
Take some alone time. With all the things we have to do daily. Sometimes life is one constant race, but a little bit of alone time can calm the brain and even inspire creativity. Take a break from the world and enjoy … Continue reading Wellness Wednesday
Talk to a friend. Want to improve your social wellness. Put the “social” into social wellness with some daily conversation. Speaking with a friend, coworker and a good old fashion conversation away has the ability to improve your day. Continue reading Wellness Wednesday
Take the time to craft a health memorable affirmation. Especially when you’re using one for fitness. Your affirmations should be something that stirs you into action when things feel tough, so it should hit on the deeper reason you’re improving … Continue reading Wellness Wednesday
Add a little cinnamon. You’ve probably heard this one before but cinnamon helps reduce insulin resistance and may help lower cholesterol and blood fats that could contribute to diabetes risk. So add a little to your toast, coffee or tea … Continue reading Wellness Wednesday
Discover those hand and foot therapy balls. When used like a foam roller, they can relieve tension, pain, and increase circulation in some not so easy to reach places. I’m telling you these pain and tension-fighting balls are the next best thing to a … Continue reading Wellness Wednesday
Make a food plan for the week. Those kitchen chalkboards are really trendy right now. However, they’re also good for guiding your mind and your mouth toward a healthy meal plan at the end of the day. Allowing you to … Continue reading Wellness Wednesday
Volunteer All that usefulness and goodness that comes from helping others causes good-vibes in your brain that helps curb stress and reduce harmful inflammation. Studies also show volunteering regularly can lower your risk for death by up to 24%. So … Continue reading Wellness Wednesday
Do a high intensity morning workout. Serious, highly intense workouts can increase the number of calories you burn at rest. Yes, it’s called the after burn which can last for up to 72 hours after your workout ends. Continue reading Wellness Wednesday
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