Laurel

The Power of Passion & Action!

Knowledge is great… but only passion and action will bring about true change and sustainable success. Read on for more! 🙂

The Scale and The Critter Brain

Scales can be great, but they can also cause our critter brain to go into a bit of panic. Read on to hear a bit about my first week on my weight-loss journey, and how to quiet that critter brain.

Time for Mama to Make a Change!

For 16 months, I have followed the idea of “Intuitive Eating”, and it has led me to my highest weight yet. This health and life coach mama is ready for a change! Read on to hear all about it, and how you can follow me on my weight-loss journey!

So, I’m in “A Place”.

That moment you find yourself lost and confused, and want to know how to deal.

What We Say VS What We Mean

As parents, teachers, and caregivers, what we say and what we mean can be very different. Read on to be reminded of the benefits of being clear, specific, consistent, and following through with the kiddos in your life.

Reelin’ It In!

One of the best things we can do for our overall health and well-being is to be able to recognize and identify our triggers! Read on to find out mine, and how I use my awareness to adjust my actions in order to live out a happy and healthy summer!

Rides & Funnel Cakes

As parents, we can provide ALL THE FUN, and yet kiddos can still feel disappointed. Read on to be reminded that you not alone, and to remember the importance of allowing kids to FEEL what they’re feeling.

Goodbye Diets! Hello, Experiments!

After 20+ years, I’m OFF the diet roller-coaster, and have learned to embrace “experiments”.

He’s Only 8… He’s Only 8…

As I was driving my kids to school a couple weeks ago, my 8 year old spoke the following words aloud… “Mom, why do we have to go to school all day while YOU get to stay home and do nothing?” OH the thoughts I thought. 😉 Now, I can’t say for sure, but IContinue reading “He’s Only 8… He’s Only 8…”

A Note of Thanks!

Dear Friends and Readers!!! This post will be my version of short and sweet. 🙂 Although I recently mentioned that once my kiddos were all in school, I’d then be embarking on my next academic venture; the stars aligned, I had hubby and kiddo support, I followed my intuition… and THIS WEEK, I have begun the journey towards Health and LifeContinue reading “A Note of Thanks!”