Category: Energy

Your Guide to ‘Sharpening the Saw’ and Enhancing Cognitive Renewal

I have a bit of guilty pleasure… I’ve always enjoyed reading self-improvement books; I’ve probably read dozens of them over the years.  Do I implement all of the things in the pages of these books? Definitely not, but if I can even get one useful tip out of a book, I consider that a win. ...

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Embrace Adventure This June: How My Friend Found Relief During Great Outdoors Month

Did you know that June is “Great Outdoors Month?”  Like many of us, I’ve (unknowingly) been celebrating ‘Great Outdoors Month’ pretty much every June my whole life.  Hiking, paddleboarding, biking… It’s the perfect time of year to get outside and move your body.  It got me thinking, though, about one of my dearest friends Sarah,...

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Breaking Free from Multitasking With a Healthier Approach to Productivity

In today’s fast-paced world, multitasking is a societal norm.  It’s often listed as a desirable skill in job descriptions and is commonly thought of as a positive trait. We almost yearn to juggle multiple tasks at once, believing it will make us more productive.  And I admit it; as a Mom and full-time researcher and...

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12 Brain Games to Keep You Sharp

Brain-training games are popular among people of all ages for enhancing mental functions and slowing cognitive aging.  In fact, studies indicate that these games can potentially boost attention, memory, response times, logical reasoning, and other cognitive abilities when played consistently over an extended period.1  Did we mention that they can be a lot of fun,...

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Unveil the Power of Fungi: 3 Science-Backed Benefits You Can Get From Mushrooms

If you’ve been reading magazines or seeing lots of ads for mushroom products, you might be wondering:  What’s all this talk about mushrooms? I thought they were just for pasta, salads, and pizza… We’re not talking about those kinds of ‘shrooms—we’re talking about functional mushrooms.  They’re called “functional mushrooms” because they contain bioactive compounds believed...

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Krill Oil vs Fish Oil: Which is Better For Your Health?

Fish oil and krill oil have been a mainstay in the health and wellness conversation for years now for one primary reason:  Omega-3 fatty acids.  There’s a great reason for all the hype.  Omega-3s have been clinically proven to deliver incredible health benefits such as:  • Heart health: Omega-3s have been clinically proven to support...

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10 Healthy Ways to Deal With Physical Limitations

Physical limitations…  They challenge us our entire lives.  When you’re a kid, it takes a while until you become coordinated enough to pour a glass of milk from the gallon jug, tie your shoelaces, become strong enough to open a car door or be tall enough to ride the roller coaster.  When you get older,...

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Discovering the Magical Kitchen Within: A Path to Unconditional Love and Self-Care

The Magical Kitchen is a fascinating concept from the book “The Mastery of Love” by Don Miguel Ruiz. It’s a great book if you haven’t read it.  But this lesson is so profound we had to share it with you today.  In a world that often teaches us to seek validation and love from external...

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Springtime Harvest Salad Recipe: Taking Advantage of What’s In Season

Spring is a wonderful time for embracing the freshness of the season with a variety of in-season produce that can make any salad vibrant, flavorful, and nutritious.  This Springtime Harvest Salad captures the essence of this time of year, with each ingredient contributing its peak season flavor and texture. It’s perfect as a refreshing lunch...

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Planning Your Dream Beach Vacation: A 10-Step Guide to Sun, Sand, and Seaside Serenity

There’s just something about the thought of the upcoming summer weather this time of year that makes you want to dig your flip-flops out of the closet, grab your sunglasses, and get ready to pack a bag and hit the beach. If you have some time off work coming up or are blessed with a...

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Win the Morning, Win the Day: 6 Benefits of Routine

What’s the first word you think of when somebody says “routine?” Do you think of negative words like boring, dull, same old… Or do you associate it with more positive words like planning, consistency, reliable… How you think and feel about your daily routine can dramatically affect the rest of your life. If you dread...

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11 Priceless Lessons Learned From Our Grandparents

Exploring an unknown space, eating a different style of food, and hearing unfamiliar stories… Time spent with grandparents is an entirely different experience than with your parents.  Did you ever have the opportunity to spend time with your grandparents?  Or maybe you’ve experienced the opposite—time with your grandchildren.  Either way, the interaction between you and...

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