I was recently reading an article in Chatelaine magazine called Stop Being a Stress Junkie. I read it curiously because I am one of those people who thrives on stress. I love being so busy that I don't have time to stop and think. I love the challenge of a fast-paced project with so many arms and … [Read more...]
What’s my Motivation?
Why does getting your child to do something for you one day seem so simple, yet another day seem almost impossible? The good news is that educational researchers from around the world have also wondered the same thing, and have found some answers. Just like the proverbial struggling actor trying to … [Read more...]
Set Your Intention…Say It Out Loud!
Perhaps you've attended a yoga class where at the beginning of class your teacher may have asked you to set your intention for class. What is it that you're wanting to gain out of your practice, a calm mind, a stronger body? It is a wonderful way to find focus and centre … [Read more...]
what are you waiting for?
Just a few days left before New Years! A few precious hours to pack in all the bad things you are going to resolve not to do in a few days. Just for old times sake of course. In my experience, those that commit to doing things, and commit to doing them right away get better, faster, more long … [Read more...]
Help! I am Wobbling!
Help! I am wobbling!!! Phew,thanks, that was close. I just spent the last four days in beautiful Quebec City with my best friend who I haven't seen since last spring. Full buffet breakfast every morning, evening snacks at our disposal, crepes, croissants, cheese...oh my … [Read more...]
Have you Really Decided?
Do you have a health goal in mind? Are you committed to reaching it? Have you taken any steps towards reaching it? According to Anthony Robbins; "A real decision is measured by the fact that you have taken a new action. If there is no action, you haven't actually … [Read more...]
Motivation follows Action!
Motivation follows Action! By far this is one of my most favourite mantras and my belief in it has served me well time and again. Just today I woke up on what must have been the wrong side of the bed. I had low energy, my thoughts were less than positive and being self employed … [Read more...]
And I thought I was a multi-tasker!
So yesterday, I'm on my way to Tim Horton's drive-through to pick up lunch for my kids and moi, and en route, I realise that I have no cash! As much as I love Timmy's, it is still SO IRRITATING that they do not take debit or credit cards. I don't know about you, but it's been ages since I … [Read more...]