Stay in Shape in 7 Minutes a Day? Let’s Try It!

May 12, 2013 at 7:28 am
12 exercises no equipment. Seems doable! Right? Source: NY Times May 12, 2013

I am fortunate that I love to exercise and tend to get more than my share. I usually meet the CDC guidelines for physical activity for a week in just a few days (easier for me because I have no kids and a short commute – sorry moms and commuters!) Apparently, I am one of only 20% of Americans who regularly does so. According to the CDC press release from May 2, 2103, only 1 in 5…

Thank You for NOT Sharing…Avoiding the Overshare

May 9, 2013 at 5:39 am
Ben Sanders

As a blogger, I may inherently overshare my thoughts and opinions. If I were being totally honest, I would say that I tend to overshare “in real life” and I sometimes wish I could “take things back”. I loved this article (and video) in the Wall Street Journal on “What Makes People Overshare” by Elizabeth Bernstein. I also loved the helpful tips so read on! “Ever share too much information—and you weren’t even tipsy? I call…

Get Energized: Energy Bits Winner & Perky Jerky Giveaway!

May 2, 2013 at 5:36 am
Cool packaging!

Thank you to all who entered my Energy Bits giveaway! It was a big success and I loved all of the new energetic ideas in the comments! The winner is entry 160 – Jill M. –  who liked my Facebook page. I know there will be some disappointed folks out there. Great news! Energy Bits offered me the opportunity to become an ambassador for their brand. I said yes because I can (and did) buy this product with my…

Look at Health Differently, Try “Tapping” & Fun Deals for the Week!

April 30, 2013 at 5:45 am
meditate

I am always on the look out for new natural remedies and habits to try to make myself healthier and happier (and to pass along to you, of course!) This weekend I read about Dr. Lissa Rankin’s 10 top  health habits that she “did not learn in medical school” and a new way to deal with stress called “Tapping.” From Lissa Rankin’s BlogHer post:  ”10 Health Habits They Didn’t Teach Me In Medical School“. The 10…