"Don't forget, there's an exam next Tuesday!" Great...I'll start stressing now! Let's pump the brakes on those kinds of thoughts. We all get a little nervous before taking tests or exams, but for some of us (me included), can get so in-our-heads about being tested on our knowledge, that we blank. …
Mid-Semester Burnout?
Well, everyone, we've made it (halfway). But now that mid-semester is here, so is the burnout. Burnout tends to get the best of us, and most of the time, we don't even notice burnout till it's really affecting us. You're not alone in this though, at one time or another, we've all experienced burnout …
Make the Healthy Swtich
If you’re like me, there are certain foods you just refuse to give up. Do you really think I could go a day without peanut butter? Come on. But seriously, I am all for eating the foods you like. Life is too short to cut things out of your diet, however, making that certain food a little bit …
Form Over Speed, Always
I don't know why, but sometimes when I work out, I feel pressure to go through the entire workout as fast as I can. I'm not sure if my brain is saying "the faster you go, the better the workout", but my brain's wrong. Even though high-intensity workouts keep your heart rate up, that shouldn't cost …
Having Trouble Starting Your Day or Falling Asleep? Try This…
It’s easy for life to get busy quickly and for mornings to become a race counting down from the second the alarm goes off to make it out the door on time. The rush of mornings can set your entire day off. What about nighttime? You get home from work, have to cook dinner, clean the house, and before …
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The Dark Side of the Sun
According to the CDC, approximately 5 million people are treated yearly for skin cancer. This number could be much lower if people took the time to wear sunscreen daily, throughout the year. Most people tend to think it is only necessary to wear sunscreen during the summer, sunny months. Many …
Sidewalk Challenge!
Are you finding it hard to get or even stay active? That's okay. I've tried this activity with the family I babysit for, and the kids love it. It's called the sidewalk challenge! It is great for kids but it can also be modified for individuals of any age. The only supplies you will need for this …
Dress to Impress, Yourself
A silver-lining of social distancing, for me, has been being able to stay in comfies all day, every day. But honestly, I'm starting to get tired of rotating sweatpants. I never thought this would come...or could come. I love being in comfy clothes. It was a dream-come-true for the first few weeks, …