Ditch the Electronics Before Bed

     One of the best ways to improve your sleep quality and quantity is by ditching your electronics before bed.  Yes, electronics means cell phones, computers, tablets, and televisions. Electronic devices are not only stealing sleep minutes but sleep quality.  Which, in turn, leads to feeling less energized and as sharp as you could…

New Year, New You-Health Goals for Teens in 2022

The new year brings forth an opportunity for a fresh start. It is a great moment to set resolutions and goals for the next 365 days ahead.  To reflect and take note of what areas you would like to improve on and grow and what areas you may need to let go of and stop…

Get Better Sleep-Add This Proven Method To Your Sleep Tool Belt

What we do in the waking state plays a large role in our ability to sleep soundly during the night.  Much of when we fall asleep, how quickly we fall asleep, and whether or not we stay asleep are impacted by our actions (and nonactions) during our waking hours.  One of the best and zero-cost…

10 Healthy Habits for Kids

I was inspired to create this post after my six-year-old old cousin stayed with me for the week.   He is a sweet, inquisitive, loving ball of energy.  I thoroughly enjoyed having him visit and spending time with him.  Like any young kid, though, he had his moments.  Creating healthy habits with kids reduces these…

The Ultimate Sleep Formula

Looking to fall asleep faster, have fewer awakenings throughout the night, and have a more satisfying slumber waking up in the morning feeling fully refreshed?  Look no further to the formula below.  The recipe is simple to understand but challenging to follow.  Whether you are a sound sleeper or not, following this formula will enhance…

Don’t Ignore the Basics

     The basics are not the most glamorous nor the most fun, but they are essential.  Do the basics and do them well, and you’ll put yourself in an excellent position with whatever endeavor you are tackling.  Whether novice or professional, the basics need to be pursued constantly.  The greatest basketball player could make…

No Screens Challenge

The 10 Day Challenge: No screens (phone, television, computer, tablets, etc.) 1 hour before going to bed and 30 minutes after waking. Sleep is everything! We know how we feel after a solid night of sleep versus the opposite.  Being the best version of ourself is much easier after a full night of uninterrupted ZZZ’s. …