Journal

There are several theories on the “motivation for change.” One I think about a lot is “current state” versus “desired state”. It goes something like this: Let’s say I have a goal to lose weight. If I want to lose 10 pounds, my current state and my desired state are not that far apart. So while I need to stay motivated to achieve my goal — I can see the near future when I am living my desired state. Now let’s say I want to lose 100 pounds. My current state and my desired state are really far apart — it will...

Now that Thanksgiving is over, it’s time to get your healthy-self back on track! Here are 5 simple tips for bouncing back after a holiday binge. Download Hydrate Drinking enough water is important to help your liver and kidneys filter out toxins. Drinking 2.7 liters (12 cups) of fluids for women and 3.7 liters (16 cups) of fluids for men is a normal amount to take in to stay hydrated. These recommendations cover fluids from water, other beverages, and food. Get some extra sleep Sleep is your body’s natural repair, regrowth, and recharge agent. One of the main benefits of...

Mee-Maw’s Wallpaper Introducing our latest journal feature: Design Highlights! In honor of Thanksgiving, our very first Mat of the Week is Mee-Maw’s Wallpaper; read on to learn why… Mee-Maw’s Wallpaper When I was growing up, each Thanksgiving we would go to Grandma Martin’s for lunch and Grandma Emery’s for dinner. Two huge meals in one day. Each house was crammed full of people, food, and simultaneous conversations. At Grandma Martin’s I was one of the younger cousins (I’m the 8th out of 11 on that side), and while my older cousins and the adults would sit in the living room visiting...

While the holidays can be so much fun, they can also be so stressful! As much as we all want to stay super-chill and organized during the holiday season, we already feel overwhelmed and exhausted. Luckily, it doesn’t have to be this way! Here are 5 simple tips to help you stay sane during the holidays: Download Soak up the Sun During the fall and winter months the lack of sunlight really takes a toll on our mood. Spend as much time as you can outdoors or near windows to fight seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Stick to Your Daily Routine...

Our Thanksgiving was INCREDIBLE! I love having a full house, using the fancy dishes, and spending the day with those I love most. Quite often holiday preparation feels like a marathon, and once the guests arrive the day transitions to a sprint. I must experience memory loss because every year — without fail — I’m surprised at how quickly I’m standing at the sink doing dishes. Exhausted. Sad that it was over so quickly, yet happy and grateful to have my amazing family and friends. We clearly have SO much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving: Thank you so much...