I often get asked how I maintain a healthy weight, and it's definitely a result of conscious choices across various aspects of my life. Today, I want to pull back the curtain and share the key pillars of my personal routine – the same principles I weave into my teaching to help you find what works best for you.

Taking a Step Back: The Power of "Why" & Curiosity

Before we dive into the "how," let's touch on the "why." Your motivation is the engine that drives your consistency. Whether it's keeping up with energetic kids (like mine!), improving your health, or simply feeling good in your own skin, identifying your "why" is the crucial first step. In fact, seeking clarity on my "why" has become one of my own Wellness Vortex non-negotiable habits. But even more foundational is Curiosity. For me, curiosity is my top non-negotiable habit; it's the bedrock for everything I explore and learn in wellness. It fuels my understanding and my ability to adapt and grow.

Nutrition: The Foun...

Happy Earth Day, everyone! Today, as we celebrate our incredible planet, I want to bring us to one non-negotiable habit within the Wellness Vortex: being outdoors for at least 10-20 minutes each day.

In the whirlwind of our busy lives, it's easy to get caught in a relentless cycle of thoughts, to-do lists swirling in our minds like a persistent storm. The demands of work, family, and life in general can leave us feeling frazzled and disconnected. But what if the most potent antidote to this mental clutter and overwhelm was simpler than we think? What if it was waiting just beyond our doorstep, and could even help us burn a few extra calories?

The truth is, stepping outside and engaging with the natural world offers a powerful reset button for our minds and bodies. It's not just a pleasant escape; it's a fundamental need, deeply ingrained in our biology. Here's why making time outdoors is the best medicine for a busy, overwhelmed mind:

The Incredible Benefits of Stepping Outside (B...

Ever feel like you're stuck in a rut, even when you know exactly how to get out? We all have those moments – wanting to eat healthier 🥗, exercise more 💪, pick up that new skill. We know it's good for us, logically. Yet, the couch seems comfier 🛋️, the takeout menu more appealing 🍕, and that new skill… well, tomorrow, right?

In light of our recent comfort food conversation [Access the Replay in the Member Center, Not a member? Join the membership and listen to this and other wellness trainings.], this push-and-pull, this desire for change battling against a surprising resistance, is what we can call the "paradox of change."

And today, I am on a spree of really digging deep into the subject of all the whys and reasons. Why is it that we so often trip ourselves up on the path to becoming who we want to be?

It's not a simple case of lacking willpower. Instead, it's a fascinating interplay of how our minds are wired, the comfort we find in the familiar, and even some deeply ingrained ...

 Your heart is a muscle. Do your reps to build strength.

Let's talk about three rounds we all have to do to keep our hearts strong.

As a wellness and fitness coach who teaches mindset, nutrition, and fitness, I believe and teach that you must start with your own love for yourself before you nurture relationships with others. So, let's build two sessions: Session one is love through self-care. Session two is love through relationships with others.

Session one: Love through self-care.

We will have three rounds with fun sets! Let's go!

Round 1. Mindfulness. Love yourself.

• Set 1. Morning Mirror Exercise: Look at yourself in the mirror and say, "I love you," ten times. Give grace to yourself if it feels hard at the beginning.
• Set 2. Afternoon Calm: Quiet your mind throughout the day. Practice mindful awareness of your senses (sight, sound, touch, smell, taste). In the upcoming members training on February 28th, 3:30 PM CST, we will be covering these essential tools. 
• Set 3. Eve...

 The champagne cork has popped, the glitter settled, and the blank slate of a new year beckons. But with it comes the inevitable flood of resolutions, often destined to fade with the January frost.

Do you know that January 10th was a National New Year Resolutions Quitter Day?

This year, break the cycle! Ditch the "all or nothing" approach and embrace a sustainable strategy for lasting change. Here are 3 crucial things you can do right now to avoid resolution failure and set yourself up for success:

1. Zoom Out, Then Refocus: See Far, Aim Close

Start by anchoring your goals in your deepest "why." What do you truly want your life to look like, not just in a year, but at the end of a decade? What values do you want to guide your journey? Check out the "Why" blog post.

Now, break down that ambitious vision into achievable milestones. Think stepping stones: goals for 3 months, 2 months, 1 month, even weekly and daily. Each small action propels you forward, making the long-term...