Change can be so complex. On one hand, we crave change when our routines have gotten stale. On the other, we tend to get anxious when change is sudden or unexpected. All of the mixed feelings we have about change are some of what makes dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic so overwhelming.
Read MoreOnce you develop your courage, you begin to better your life. Developing courage will help you take risks to a brighter future that you usually would not take. When you develop courage, you put fear behind you. Bravery is the process of admitting that you have fears, yet you are willing to determine a way to defeat those fears and not let these fears take charge of you. Yes, it is ok to embrace your fears at times.
Read MoreNo matter what your reasons are for starting an exercise program you really need to pay attention to your nutritional needs. If you exercise like crazy but eat a high caloric diet you will not reap the full benefits from your workouts.
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Read MoreSetting the right goals is an important first step. Most people trying to lose weight focus just on weight loss. However, you’ll be more successful if you focus on nutritional and exercise changes that lead to long-term weight change. Successful weight managers select no more than two or three goals at a time.
Effective goals are Specific and Attainable. “Exercise more” is a commendable ideal, but it’s not specific. “Walk five miles every day” is specific and measurable, but is it attainable if you’re just starting out? “Walk 30 minutes every day” is more attainable, but what happens if you’re held up at work or there’s a thunderstorm? “Walk 30 minutes, five days each week” is specific, attainable, and forgiving. In short, a great goal!
Read MoreYour brain is the most complex organ of your body. After all, it includes more than 100 billion nerves that are continuously working together and controlling what you do, feel, and think.
When all the parts of your brain are working well together, everything is fine. However, sometimes, there may be an imbalance of serotonin and dopamine, which are neurotransmitters.
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