Do you make resolutions for the New Year? I think of them more like goals, which prevents me from giving up at the first stumble. Making changes is challenging particularly when trying to shift a deeply embedded habit. Be gentle with yourself and give yourself more opportunities to succeed rather than looking for the first …
Focus on the Joy! December is full of festivals, holidays, and holy days. So many traditions! Yet almost all include an element of hope, light, and peace. Whatever your spiritual tradition or none, December is a month of celebrating with family and friends. We celebrate with food — always — and yet the reason is …
Perhaps you’ve had this experience – you set yourself a goal, determine how you will walk through a situation, and fully intend to make good choices at a party, at a family gathering, or just on the average Thursday. You start out well, and then you spy or think of something you love to eat. …
How can we stay on track during this feasting season? Or at least limit the damage? First, remember: It IS a festive season, but also remember, the food is not what we’re celebrating. Whether you’re spiritual, religious, anti, or other, none of the days on the list of holidays is about food. It is just …
