I’ve always said I’m a better writer than a talker because writing allows for reflection. For years, I told myself I just wasn’t good at public speaking, but I've realized that the stories we tell ourselves can often hold us back. For the last couple of years, I’ve been more intentional, most recently practicing with my Toastmasters club. I’m learning to challenge those old stories and develop new skills. I recently performed a five-minute speech on this very topic, and I’d love for you to check it out.
How to Rewrite Your Exercise Story: This is Not an Article About 6-Pack Abs.
If you’ve ever clicked on articles about how to get 6-pack abs or how to lose 15 lbs in two months, but never took any action towards those goals, it might be time to reevaluate your relationship with movement and exercise. That lack of action is likely just a mismatch between what you’re told you should care about and what is actually important to you. Hustle culture is everywhere, but what if you viewed movement as a resource to manage stress, improve focus, build resilience, and gain energy? In today’s blog, we talk about changing our perspective about exercise can give us the best results.
Beyond the Scale: 3 Reasons to Improve Your Diet That Have Nothing to Do With Your Weight
Most people only think about nutrition or changing their diets when they want to lose weight. What we often miss is that how we eat is a resource that can improve life in many meaningful ways, even if the number on the scale never moves. Today's post cover three reasons to improve your diet that have nothing to do with weight loss.