Leisha McKinley-Beach draws you in quickly with her big smile and twinkling in her eyes. As a student in my nutrition education class about two decades ago, she spoke very little. However, her eyes followed my every movement. At the end of the semester, she gave the best presentation in the class. This shy, quiet … read more
Morning rituals set the tone for the rest of the day and declare that you are ready for whatever today brings.
“When I move my body, I move my mind and create a paradigm shift.” We spend a lot of time sitting at work, school, home, and in coffee shops and restaurants. We also spend a lot of time sitting in cars, buses, and trains as we hustle to work. And after sitting most of the … read more
Always do your best even if you’re crawling at the end of the day. This is not about punishing yourself. Your best will vary depending on what you’re going through on any given day. This is not about being perfect. It’s about showing up for the battle even if you have one shoe on. You … read more
“Instead of judging and criticizing your body, be self-compassionate and speak lovingly to yourself.” When was the last time you took a long look at your naked body? I mean a good head to toe and back to front look. Did you do it recently or a few years ago? Did you smile and give … read more