This weekend kicked off the start of the holiday season. While most of us experienced a stripped-down version of our normal celebrations, this season, in the time of a worldwide pandemic, can still bring stress and anxiety. Here are a few ideas for self-care to make it through the end of this crazy year. Eat […]
Self Care Checklist
Self-care has been a frequent topic of conversation in the last week between my clients and me. I have noticed that many of my clients are feeling extremely stressed and overwhelmed with the ongoing pandemic layered on top of the social unrest happening in Portland. While it may feel as if we have no control […]
Avoiding the Quarantine 15
Lately, I have been hearing a great deal of talk about the fear of the Quarantine 15. Similar to the Freshman 15 we were all warned about when we went to college, the Quarantine 15 is the concern about gaining weight in this time of overwhelming stress and anxiety. While it is true this time […]
Slow It Down
The last few weeks we have been talking about the craziness of the holiday season. With all the parties and shopping, travel and family time, it can feel like there is no time to rest and relax. Health experts would argue that given all the craziness this is one of the most important times to […]
Ways to Combat Emotional Eating
Ways to Fight Emotional Eating If some of the signs of emotional eating from last week’s post resonated with you, you may be wondering how to combat the overeating and emotions that go with feeling out of control of your eating. Try some of the ideas below. HALT: If you find yourself heading into the […]
Tips to Avoid Overeating in the Holidays
Last week we talked about moderating alcohol consumption in the holiday season. Unfortunately, along with alcohol, many people struggle with limiting their food intake in this season of good times. Some simple tips can help you stay focused on your health and goals so the transition into the New Year is a smooth one. Moderate […]
5 Great Road Trip Snacks
Summer has been a little slow to come this year but it still seems everyone is on the move. People are visiting family, headed to the beach or checking out the National Parks. I can’t wait til we get to hit the road. Beyond the hassles of packing, boarding the dog and planning the trip, […]
