I spent a good part of my childhood hoping to lose weight. The only childhood memory I have of being thin is when I was about 4. Growing up in a home where rice, beans and fried plantains were staples was hard for a girl who loved food. Food served as my comfort for years. I have to admit that even though I am now a certified health coach, food still is my comfort. I’ve just … [Read more...]
The Hidden Cost of Holding Grudges
Grudges. They are so easy to pick up and so hard to let go. The cause of grudges can range from the minor offense of ‘not speaking’ to the greater abuses that plagues many of our communities. But the results of long-term unforgiveness (holding grudges) are the same—the upheaval of our physical and emotional health. Science Says … [Read more...]
Your Health is Your Wealth, so Make Yourself a Priority
By Lia Miller We’re just past a quarter of the way into 2016, and once again we are busy. Busy working, busy playing, busy dreaming, busy achieving—basically we’re busy being busy. Unfortunately, this isn’t unusual; in fact, it is the “American Way.” Well I’m sorry but I just can’t do that, I have to call a flag on the play. I am at a point where I have never felt more … [Read more...]
9 Super Easy Ways to Make Your Family Healthier and Happier
We live in a world that makes it challenging to determine what we should or shouldn’t do when it comes to living a healthier lifestyle. Many of us try our best to get it right because we know how much good health matters. But for many, sorting through all the noise is frustrating. Life is stressful, and slipping into bad habits becomes easier and easier with each passing … [Read more...]
I Lost a Friend to Cancer Last Weekend, and It Shook My World.
I lost a friend to cancer last weekend. We kept in touch mainly through Facebook ever since my family moved away from Atlanta. She eventually moved to New York with her husband and son, but later they all returned to the A. Facebook kept us seconds apart no matter where on the map we were. She was young. Too young. Her family was stunned. Unfortunately in her case, as … [Read more...]
These 3 Things Should Matter More Than Your Spouse
My husband understands me in a way few people can. He appreciates my quirkiness. He understands why certain things cause me pain. He is sensitive to my emotional needs. He’s a good man. There is no question in my mind I married “the one.” And because I was fortunate enough to marry not just a great guy but the right guy for me, I make sure he understands our marriage matters … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Why Focusing on Your Health Can Improve Your Marriage
I firmly believe in the power of taking a holistic approach to living a happier life. I think if one area of your life is way out of balance, it inevitably impacts the other areas of your life in ways you wouldn’t even imagine. That said, your health is probably the area of your life that impacts everything else the most. From your ability to be successful in business, to … [Read more...]
These 4 ‘Selfish’ Acts Healed My Marriage and They Can Heal Yours Too
I don’t think there’s anything that can prepare you for marriage, and, as hard as it’s been for my husband and me to navigate, it’s also been the absolute best thing for me as a woman. My husband and I have been married for just over ten years now, and, just like any other marriage, it’s had its ups and downs. But about five years into our marriage, a light bulb went off in … [Read more...]
The 3 People Your Health Impacts No Matter Your Weight Amount
III John 1:2 Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers. One of the realities of life is your body’s metabolism slows down the older you get. Before, you could possibly get away with eating fast food a few times a week, or ice cream every night before you went to sleep. This will not last forever because your metabolism … [Read more...]
What Heart Failure After Pregnancy Taught Me About My Post-Baby Body
Even though I ignored it, the first sign that something was wrong appeared on Mother’s Day, 2014. The day before, I had come home from the hospital with my third child, an 8lb, 3 oz baby boy, after a problem-free pregnancy and delivery. I felt good after delivery and was excited to get home with my baby and start the process of dropping the baby weight I had gained. I had been … [Read more...]
5 Ways Stress Can Wreak Havoc on Your Marriage and What You Can Do About It
Have you ever ended your day feeling so stressed out you are mentally, physically, and emotionally drained? I’ve been there. Too tired to talk to anyone, even my husband, and too irritated to wrap my brain around the day I just had. But have you ever reached a point where these days seem to happen with more frequency? Your once a month migraine is now happening four times a … [Read more...]
5 Workouts to Get It Right, Get It Tight Under 10 Minutes
Adulthood is wrought with necessary evils, but I would say the need to exercise is my least favorite. I love being active - taking a walk in our neighborhood, playing tag with my son, doing anything in heels - but gym time is not enjoyable. So when I decided to add a little movement to my morning routine, I knew it needed to be fast and effective. Including 10 minutes of … [Read more...]
Is Your Weight Causing Marital Problems?
I’m not a thin girl. Frankly, I never have been. I think I struggled with my weight since I was in elementary school. Too much food and not enough movement landed me in a state that made life tough at times. I managed, though. I never struggled with forming friendships or being liked. Despite some self-esteem issues, I worked with what I had and allowed my personality to shine. … [Read more...]
Get Your Fit Toolkit with 4 Tips to Reach Your Fitness Goals
Here we are again. For the last couple of weeks you could have easily walked into any fitness center and found plenty of available machines and equipment to use, but now, one day into 2015, with many people having resolved to get fit or lose weight, the gyms are probably packed. A 2013 survey found that the number one New Year’s resolution was to lose weight. Unfortunately, … [Read more...]
My Secret to Losing 5 Pounds in 7 Days in a Healthy Way
I was s-t-r-u-g-g-l-l-i-n-g to lose those five pounds despite buying expensive personal training sessions and using them. So, I asked a different personal trainer for some advice. “Why I am not losing the weight despite all of my sweating and time at the gym?” I asked. This personal trainer told me that the secret to weight loss and body sculpting has less to do with your … [Read more...]