Family Event Night

April 1, 2012 by
family running

This month's eFit for Life challenge relates to family bonding.  One suggestion I usually have for families who bring their children in for therapy is to schedule a weekly family event or activity night.  Most families are able to find one evening each week that can be designated as family night...for some families a weeknight is easier, others choose a weekend evening.  The event for the evening can be selected in various ways...family members can rotate who selects the activity for the evening, or they select the event from a family event jar containing ideas in which all family members have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Child/Teen Health, Mindful Parents

Letter from the Editor: National Youth Sports Safety Month

April 1, 2012 by
sports month

Thank you for joining us on a journey of simple steps for healthier living…for you, your children, and the next generation.  We are all aware that children are sponges soaking up every aspect of their environments and following their parents’ model of living.  What are your goals for your children as they move through childhood into adolescence and eventually adulthood?  If your hope is for your child to live a happy and healthy life as an adult, are you modeling happiness and health? One step towards a healthier and happier lifestyle is physical activity.  If you’re concerned about the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Child/Teen Exercise, Motivation

January 2012-Letter from the Editor

January 1, 2012 by
New Year 2012

"We will open the book.  Its pages are blank.  We are going to put words on them ourselves.  The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year's Day."  ~Edith Lovejoy Pierce We LOVE the New Year's Holiday!  We invite you to join us in making 2012 your healthiest year yet!  As you do so, it's helpful to first review the past year.  Ask yourself these questions: 1. What am I thankful for this past year? 2. What did I learn in 2011? 3. What obstacles or who do I need to release to move forward towards my healthiest potential in 2012? 4. What was my happiest/most … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Inspiration, Mental Wellness, Motivation

Letter from the Editor: Tis the Season

December 4, 2011 by
giving

Tis the season when we gasp at how quickly the year has passed and celebrate the holidays as the New Year approaches. The holidays are enjoyable for many families as they gather together and celebrate family traditions. This time can also be challenging as family dynamics play out in full force and others face feelings of depression of loneliness as they grieve a loss or wish their lives were different. Holiday stress also becomes just as abundant as all the shopping advertising and unhealthy food choices. We hope to offer some information and inspiration as you delve into the holiday … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Healthy Holidays, Integrative Wellness, Motivation, Stress/Anxiety