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I am just back from a lovely weekend with my cousin in Prague…well, she actually isn’t a blood relative, but she and I agree that we are FAMILY. It started me thinking…sometimes family is a natural selection process, isn’t it? Those to whom we are drawn and with whom we have the most magical moments and synchronicities are like family-so shouldn’t they also be called family?

Perhaps it is time to rethink our definition of family. Part of having an authentic life is being present and actively participating in relationships. When we do this, the bonds are deep and lasting…and ultimately more meaningful to everyone involved.

This week, I challenge you to notice those to whom you are drawn; those people who cross your path as a synchronicity. Be alive and awake in your interactions. Genuinely care about them. Make an effort to add to their lives and it will add to yours ten-fold. That’s the kind of relationships I want in my life; what about you? Hey, you can never have enou [...]

Do you feel like you need to WIN all the time? Hello! Who doesn’t like to win? I sure do! However, let’s consider what kind of energy is present when you have to do “better” than someone else. I’m not saying it isn’t good to do your best and be the best you can be. I am totally a fan of that! But, at the price of someone else losing? Yuck! That’s not the kind of energy you want swirling around you, is it?

So, how do we win and let others win, too?  The true WIN-WIN?

Try these simple tips:

1.  Be self-confident; you don’t need to outdo the Jones’… Be satisfied with what you have now and filled with the joy and expectation of what you want blossoming (as if you already have it, not from a place of lack or envy). Appreciate what others have and be happy for them. It gives you the contrast you need to know what you do and don’t want, so you can attract what you desire. This is an abundant Universe and there is enough for everyone!

2.  Intend the highest good outcome [...]

In my last blog, I talked about letting go of keeping score…so that our success flows naturally (and we stay out of our own way!). When we put our attention on what we don’t have, rather than what we actually want, the law of attraction brings us what we are focusing our attention on…that which we don’t want. So, how do we stop thinking about what we don’t want, when it is so, so, so distracting??? And we really don’t want it!!! Practice-that’s right, practice!

Try these simple tips to easily shift your focus and attract your ideal life:

1.  When you start dwelling on what you don’t have, practice thinking about what you DO want as if it is already your reality. If it is too challenging to think about what you want because it seems too far out of reach, just shift your focus onto something that brings you joy.

Bonus tip: Make a list of things that put a smile on your face and carry it with you for easy reference. And then refer to it!

2.  Use affirmations to shif [...]

Ever wish you knew the missing ingredient that is keeping you from achieving your goals? Could it be connected to the fact that most of us are constantly stopping to measure our success? But what could be wrong with that? We need to know where we are, right? Yes…but it turns out that putting too much attention on where you AREN’T, rather than on where you want to be, is most people's downfall. When we turn our focus on what we don’t want, guess what happens? We get what we don’t want. The Universe does what we ask!

So, how do we change the outcome and get the results we want? It’s not actually that complicated; it’s just a tweak where you are putting your attention. When you notice that you are thinking about what you DON’T want, acknowledge it (without placing blame, thus adding more negative energy), and shift to thinking about what you DO want. The Universe will respond by sending you all sorts of synchronicities to help you along the way…but it is up to you to notice the [...]

OK, so here we are, well into April…almost four months have flown by, haven’t they? How are things progressing with your New Year’s Resolutions? Ummm, yep, remember them? I’m talking about those goals for 2012 that you made last December… Do you find yourself waking up every morning with a smile on your face and a feeling of satisfaction and success, or are you suffering from a resolution hangover after four months of hibernation and spinning your wheels?

Kudos to you if it is the former! And, no worries, if it is the latter. The year isn’t wasted. You can still pick up where you left off and here’s how:

Bring out your list (yes, NOW) and take a serious look at where you are and then consider where you want to be. For most of us, our desired goals fall into the following categories:

• Am I healthier?

• Am I slimmer?

• Do I have less stress?

• Am I more organized?

• Do I have a vibrant, lucrative career?

• Do I have loving, intimate relat [...]

I frequently hear (and you probably do, too) that someone can’t run any more (or can’t golf or bike or play tennis, etc.) because it causes them pain. They blame it mostly on getting older and accept it without a fight. They think they can’t workout anymore because of these aches and pain in their knees or other joints. Really?

C’mon! This doesn’t need to be the case for anyone! I put my foot down (no pun intended!) and refuse to be limited…and you should too! In fact, this is one of the reasons I am a coach today…because I refused to accept that the way I was feeling was normal. So I did research and used myself as a guinea pig (so to speak!). And, to my delight, I discovered that it WASN’T normal to feel that way and I figured out how to heal myself.

For example, I recently got plantar fasciitis from running. My own fault to begin with since I had been wearing high heels and walking 1-2 miles a day in them AND not stretching properly at the end of each day. So, no wonde [...]

Whew! There’s been lots of info over the last six weeks as I shared my five steps to making perfect weight and optimal health effortless. I thought a wrap-up might be helpful. I’m sure most if not all of this is not NEWS to you, but is it incorporated into your daily plan?

1.    Detox your precious vehicle: Put in clean fuel to begin with, drink lots of purified water, and use natural (minimal yucky preservatives) products.

2.    Plan ahead so you make good choices: Start with a wholesome breakfast and keep nourishing choices available or know where you can easily get them as you go about your day.

3.    Give your body the correct fuel so it can burn efficiently: Stoke the fire by getting your hormones running properly and supercharging your body with the right nutrients so it can do the job for which it was intended. Don’t blame it if it isn’t working properly. We don’t come with labels like our cars do, but we should, right? It is incumbent upon us to educate ourselves and t [...]

Don’t have room in your schedule (or the inclination?) to exercise? Perhaps it’s time to change your approach!

Consider the following:

• Muscle weighs more than fat, but is leaner (read smaller!) and more toned. You’ll go down in size quicker with more muscle tone and look sleeker. And you’ll keep the furnace burning longer.
• Weight-bearing exercise strengthens bones and reduces the risk of osteoporosis. As we age (typically, after age 30), bone thinning is a natural process. Mitigate!
• High amounts of “total body fat” are related to the risk of many life-threatening diseases. Check your BMI here.
• Ever heard of the “runner’s high”? It’s not a myth; your body releases endorphins when you exercise, which raises your spirits naturally. (Your self-esteem jumps up a few notches as well!).

Whether you choose walking, running, pilates, yoga, team sports, tennis, working out in the gym or something else, you’ll feel and look better when you incorporate movement in [...]