• Overcoming Procrastination

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    This post is the fifth in a series on making peace with our bodies. And, the introduction of a new series on procrastination. Overcoming Procrastination In 1990, I bought a book on procrastination: The Now Habit. I haven’t gotten around to reading it yet, but I read the first chapter in which I learned something […]

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  • Overcoming Discouragement

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    Overcoming Discouragement Most of us are familiar with what it feels like to lose confidence of enthusiasm about our exercise or diet plans. Past experiences and present challenges can affect our hope for the future. “It is taking too long to see the results I am looking for.” “I worked hard and achieved great success […]

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  • Web Authors Who Inspire Me XIV

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    Today’s quote comes from a post from Tejvan Pettinger at Sri Chinmoy Inspiration: How to Know the Right Thing to Do. In this article, Tejvan outlines several spiritual guidelines to help in making decisions and setting the direction of your life. I find his writing style refreshing and insightful with an tone that is peaceful, […]

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  • Overcoming Exceptions that Kill

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    A few months ago, I took a couple days off from my exercise routine. I was very busy, not sleeping enough and thought I would sleep later for a couple days instead of working out. That little break lasted over 2 months, and I have been working my way back into the routine for the […]

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  • Obstacles to Maintaining Physical Health

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    Maintaining Good Health is No Mystery Getting sufficient sleep, being physically active, eating foods that make us feel good are things we all know how to do intuitively. The science of food can appear confusing and fickle at times, but we don’t have to be scientists to know that balance and moderation make our bodies […]

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  • Motivation for Physical Self Care

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    Making Peace with our bodies: Part 1 This post is the first in a series on making peace with our bodies. We are all aware of 101 reasons to take care of our bodies, yet motivation to maintain a healthy body often slips away. Over the next few days, I’ll be discussing obstacles to this […]

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  • The Body Series

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    These past several days have been a pleasant holiday break for me. I have rested a great deal; however, like many people on Thanksgiving weekend, I worked my digestive system quite hard: big meals, desserts galore, late night snacks and more desserts. It was great to spend time with family and relax, but now, my […]

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