Are you feeling down since you cannot go to the gym and get that workout in? Or are you feeling more lazy than usual being locked inside and not being able to go anywhere? I know I am. Listen, we're all feeling a little stuck to the couch lately. So don't be too hard on yourself. It's not just me …
Affirmations For Positive Thoughts
Last year, GUADS put out an Uplift Podcast episode all about Body Image. Now, I'm not going to give it all away (give it a listen!), but I thought now might be a good time for a post about affirmations. It's normal to occasionally not feel your best, your hottest, your smartest, etc. Ideally these …
How To Detox After The Holidays
The day after Christmas, and how do you feel?? Okay, okay, maybe you read the article on how to have self-control but it you weren't able to fully practice in (it's the dang pie's fault and we all know it). You know what? IT'S OKAY. Take a deep breath with nothing but gratitude for that amazing, …
6 Tips For Stress-Free Travel
Whether you are flying, bussing, or driving, travel around the holidays can be STRESSFUL. Everywhere you look is expensive flights, horrible traffic, long lines, stern TSA employees (we hope not!) - it can be really overwhelming. So here are some tips for the most stress-free travel this season! …
You Deserve Some “Me Time”
Everyone needs alone time. It's important to take time for yourself. Believe it or not, spending time in solitude is one of the best ways to improve your relationship with others and yourself. It might feel weird at first if you're not used to being alone, but integrating "me time" into your life is …
Don’t be Stressed This Holiday Season
Although the holidays can be some of the best times of the year, sometimes they can be really stressful. The high demands and pressures of shopping, cooking, baking, traveling, cleaning, hosting (the list can go on and on), can take a toll. Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed from these …
It’s Out of Our Control
Sometimes life throws us a curve ball. Difficulties come out of left field and catch us off guard. Most of the time, it's an event that we have no control over. And if you're like me, someone who hates to feel as though they have no control over a situation, you become frustrated or anxious when …
Mindfulness and Exercise
What do you think about when exercising? Is it a time for you to let you mind wander, or do you tend to stay focused on the task at hand? I recently found myself becoming incredibly bored when working out and started to question if I could incorporate some meditation or mindfulness techniques into …