We’ve all been there before: not enough sleep, maybe feeling a little under the weather, or having too little time. Why do we still make time for a workout then? I know! Because we feel better - both mentally and physically - after a good exercise session. We feel clear and strong and refreshed and able! There is a connection between exercise and the brain. I know personally that without exercise I tend to not be as sweet and patient with my family and let me tell you,

Morning, SoulShiners! I've said it before and I'll say it again.....with Halloween just around the corner, the inevitable house full of candy is about to begin. This week marks the beginning of sugar season, in my eyes, and my time to reaffirm my desire to not get completely addicted to the white stuff, fall off the rails, and end up a tired, cranky, and overweight woman on Jan. 1. Sure, some treats here and there are fine. But just remember that sugar is one of the most toxi

Hello to all of you. These past few weeks have been very difficult for some of the people whom I love - including myself. I woke up this morning and decided that today will be a new day. My fiirst step was to dive into what stress is and how to cope with it. I found this information and although it will take you a bit of time to read, I think that it's well worth it. Take care of yourself today, please. Read on and figure out a few coping mechanisms that will help you l