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What do YOU do to relieve stress?

One of my clients asked me that today. Actually, I’m shocked by how many times I get this question. It’s no secret, really. In fact, I think it’s great that people think my stress is relieved!

Seriously though, I’d like to share that information with you now. It is my hope that you will find something that can work for you. Use what works in a “self-coaching” manner.

I like to go for a walk. I’m a jogger, so walking slows me down, and allows me to experience a different intensity. It’s very calming, yet revitalizes me.

If I choose to go for … Continue Reading

Relief or Management?

I think it’s interesting how many people seek stress relief, while others seek stress management.

Manage, as defined by Dictionary.com is: “To bring about or succeed in accomplishing, sometimes despite difficulty or hardship; to take charge or care of; to dominate or influence.”

The two definitions of “relief” that I like most, as defined by Dictionary.com are: “a feeling of cheerfulness or optimism that follows the removal of anxiety, pain or distress;” and, “removal or lightening of something oppressive or distressing.” (Medical Dictionary)

When I asked you to choose an area of your life to explore right now, outside of health, what did … Continue Reading

Making Choices on Your Journey

My favorite places to run are parks. I love parks that have a variety of paths and bridges, and whenever possible, I love taking pictures of these paths and bridges.

Every time I run, I like to plan my path, my journey. My decisions are based on my purpose. Here are a few things I think about:

  • How long or how far do I want to run? (Distance or time.)
  • Do I want to be on the main path and see a lot of people? (Connecting.)
  • Do I want … Continue Reading

Movement That Matters

How did you do with the “10-step System” I hooked you up with last time?

  • Too easy.
  • Had a couple of challenges.
  • Felt good.
  • Felt it the next day.
  • Did it every day.
  • Did it several times.
  • It’s a keeper!
  • Added it to my exercise routine.

When you first read through it, I hope you had a positive mindset and thought that even these simple movements would matter. I … Continue Reading

Simple 10-Step System

Have you ever thought, “I do not have time to exercise today. I have emails, calls, sessions, kids, dogs, plants, floor, cars, dishes, laundry, eating, showering, blah, blah, blah,” to take care of?”

Well I have some really good news for you then.

But first, another question. What can you do in 5 minutes. How about 10? And 15 minutes? Okay, that was 3 questions really. But the answer to all three is: A lot!

And to demonstrate what I mean, I want to gift you with something really simple. What I have for you today is a quick routine that you can … Continue Reading