
One of the best ways to lose or maintain weight is to become a portion-control pro. It’s one of the secrets of the French Paradox, and one of the reasons why a lot of women throughout the world (Europe in particular) are able to enjoy the wonderful food they do, yet stay slim. This is definitely […]
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In honor of the French National Day today, I thought I’d share some links about the French lifestyle and the French way of eating (um, and also because I’m a little obsessed with this topic): Health Lessons from the French (on Blisstree) Mireille Giuliano on Summer and Rituals (on Treat Yourself Well) Kate Middleton and the Dukan […]
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There have been phases in my life when I had plenty of time for exercise. Now is not one of those phases. Between work and taking care of my two young kids, exercise goes right to the bottom of the priority list. We’ve all received the memo about the many benefits of exercise: longer life, more energy, improved sleep, better […]
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There’s a lot of carb confusion out there. Are carbs evil? Do they make you fat? Do you need to go low-carb to be healthy? Should you eliminate carbs completely? Is such a thing even possible? Truth is, we need carbs. In our bodies, carbohydrates get broken down to their building blocks–glucose–the essential fuel for […]
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Lost your zip? Too tired to even…go shopping? As promised, here’s another disco of energy-boosting ideas. (See here for my first 3 tips) 1. Drink Up Mild dehydration can easily creep up on you. Trouble is, even slight dehydration can sap your vigor—your body has to work harder to pump a smaller blood volume around. Using […]
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Looking for some easy, non-diet-ish ways to lose a little weight? Read on. Eat mints right after a meal. The powerful flavor will cut your appetite, sending a message to your brain that the meal is done. The sweetness will curb an urge for dessert. Deal with cravings. Most cravings will pass in 15 minutes. When you […]
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This post is part of a regular feature I’ve got planned: reviews of popular diets. If there’s a diet you’d like me to review, send me a message, or use the comments below! So…the Sonoma Diet. This was created by Dr. Connie Guttersen, a registered dietitian with a Ph.D in nutrition who lives in California. Essentially, […]
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Wouldn’t it be fabulous to indulge in buttery croissants and triple crème brie, all while maintaining a size four silhouette and the blood pressure of a 25-year old? The French enjoy a famously rich diet. They shun exercise as gauche. Yet, on the streets of Paris, everyone appears thin and gorgeous. More importantly, France’s low rates […]
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After years of coaching clients through identity change, I’ve noticed this pattern… Whenever someone feels stuck, they immediately assume the reason is “lack of motivation.” So they force more discipline, more willpower, and better morning routines… yet they still remain stuck. Why? Because they’re trying to fix the wrong thing. While it may look and […]
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I used to think I was just “the cautious one.” The one who hesitated, overthought, and took forever to make decisions. I told myself it was just my personality… because some people are naturally more careful than others, right? Turns out, hesitation is not due to caution. Rather, it’s a sign of low confidence. And […]
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If you want to change your life, you might feel tempted to blow things up overnight — quit your job, move abroad, change your entire personality. But transformation doesn’t come from drastic action. It comes from tiny actions that are repeated over time. The key to reinventing yourself is to think micro, shifting your life […]
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Productivity is not always down to how much energy or motivation you have. It actually has a lot to do with habits and unconscious behaviors — and if you’re unaware of them, you can end up losing years of your life to things that don’t matter. In this article, I’ll walk you through 4 things […]
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Magnetism isn’t reserved for the young, the good-looking, or the most confident. It’s all about the energy you exude. And here’s the thing… We all possess magnetic energy; we just need to learn how to tap into it. Regardless of how old you are, if you understand the principles behind magnetism, you CAN become that […]
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Are you always overthinking? Do you constantly replay conversations in your head? Do you spend hours researching before every small decision? Many of us struggle with decision-making. But while we might think we’re just being cautious, we’re actually stalling our own progress. In this article, I’m sharing the psychology behind a lack of decisiveness and […]
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