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Physical Self-Care
Friend, when it comes to healthy living, you’re new to the game... but you’re off to an awesome start! By completing this quiz, you’ve begun to take your health and happiness into your own hands.You’ve made a big, brave step towards committing to positive change, and if that isn’t worth celebrating, what is? Maybe you want to lose a few pounds, sleep a little deeper, or decrease your stress levels…Whatever your goals may be, rest assured that with a little guidance and support you can achieve — even exceed — them."Your present circumstances don't determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start." — Nido QubeinThree tips to help you on your path to a healthy, happy lifestyle...1) Pick Exercises that Excite YouFriend, exercise doesn’t have to look like you sweating it out in an overcrowded gym. While treadmills, ellipticals, and similar cardio machines are a great option if you’re short on time, they can get a little boring if you don’t switch up your workout routine.Instead of forcing yourself to spend an hour doing something you really aren’t in the mood for, ask yourself what physical activities you genuinely enjoy. It could be something simple as raking the leaves in your front yard or taking a relaxing walk along the creek with friends or family. If you pick something that lights you up, you’re way more likely to get out there and actually do it.2. Rethink Your Sleep RoutineAccording to a recent study, insomnia is on the rise… And it’s no wonder when you think of our culture’s high stress levels and total reliance on technology. Computer and smartphone screens emit a wavelength of light in the blue spectrum, which signals your body to wake up. When you use your devices within two or three hours of bedtime, your body can’t make the melatonin it needs for a refreshing, rejuvenating sleep…So pick your ideal lights out time and press pause on your screens well before then!On top of that, try managing the stress that might be keeping you up after hours by taking up meditation. This will lower your cortisol levels throughout the day so that by night you’re able to fall fast asleep.P.S. Steering clear of caffeinated beverages like coffee and Red Bull will also go a long way in your quest for an eight-hour snooze.3. Cut Out Highly-Processed SnacksMaybe you’ve heard this tip a million times, but I’m going to say it again because it truly is that important. Clean those highly-processed snacks out of your cupboard, friend! I’m not just talking about the chocolate bars and marshmallows.Many supposedly nutritious foods such as pasta, peanut butter, and granola bars are jam-packed with sugar, salt, and chemicals that non-scientists can’t even hope to pronounce.Find whole-food alternatives to your favorite snacks. I.e. instead of highly-processed fruit leathers, try drying apples, apricots, or whatever suits your fancy with produce straight from the farmer’s market. Even junk foods like potato chips can get a healthy makeover! Don’t be scared to get a bit creative…"Who’s this self-care whiz with all the tips?" Let me introduce myself...Hey there 🙋♀️ I’m Mary, intuitive coach & consultant. I help worn out, tired, overwhelmed individuals *just like you* create healthy, happy lives. What’s my philosophy? You may ask...Well it’s all about habits (aka. little actions that make a massive difference over time) to begin with, but going deeper into the belief system to understand why we have habits to begin with, that we can strive for lasting change in our habits.If you’re like many, you may have developed daily routines that sabotage your mind and body. Maybe you struggle with overeating or over drinking . Maybe you just can’t seem to quit smoking… whatever your vice it, it does not need to be this way.No matter what it is, I’m here to help! Together, we’re going to get to the bottom of the habits that may be holding you back from your healthiest, happiest life.Looking for a little extra guidance? Check out these three resources...1. Join our newsletter of self-care, and get tips that you can start to implement self-care on your own. Learn where you can connect with me in person at local events.2. Read this post on my blog where we start learning about beginning steps to creating a self-care regime.3. Consider working one on one with me to do a deep dive into your beliefs and what is blocking you from moving forward in self-care and other areas of your life. Think we might make a perfect match? Click HERE for a quotation.P.S. If you would like to book a session with me, click the purple button below for your quotation.