Balance & Being

Discover Your Passion

admin — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:41:43 +0000

Are you completely satisfied with your life right now? If not, you might be neglecting your true passion. Many people, myself included, have trouble figuring out what they really want to do with their life. While the road to self-discovery can be long, there are a couple things you can do immediately that will make a tremendous difference.

Start by thinking back to the time in your life when you were happiest. What was different then? Next, set some time out of your hectic schedule to do some soul searching. With all of the distractions of life, we often forget to even ask ourselves if we are truly happy.

For more inspirations about finding your direction in life, get your copy of Balance & Being and start your journey today.

Lifelong Wellness

admin — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 18:41:32 +0000

Every day we all get a little bit older, but the secret to success is to also get a little bit wiser, specifically about your wellness. Studies have shown that quality of life is directly related to the length of your life. Wellness grows even more important as we age. In order to maintain the wellness of your youth, keep these wellness factors in mind:

- The phrase “you are what you eat” has an element of truth to it: eating healthy can boost your energy and overall system wellness. Be sure to include the proper vitamins and minerals for your situation.

- Physical activity (previously known as exercise) also plays a huge role in your overall wellness. However, if you are not up to the rigorous gym routine of your younger days, try simple substitutes instead. Studies have shown that consistent activity is more important than the type of the activity. Try walking, gardening, housework, or even babysitting your grandchildren.

- Stay mentally active as well. Many people accomplish this by working, volunteering, daily board/puzzle games, or even just reading the newspaper.

When it comes to wellness, every little bit helps. So as you grow older, grow wiser and maintain your wellness for a satisfying life. For more information, visit Lifelong Wellness Guide

A Reminder of a Lesson I learned as a Child

admin — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:37:57 +0000

When I saw the video you are about to see, I was reminded of what my grandmother told me as a little girl. She would always tell me “not to judge a book by it’s cover” get to know people before you draw conclusions about them. The audience and judges of “ Britian’s Got Talent Show” thought that Susan Boyle was just another person to make fun of. She “blew “everyone away within the sound of her voice. She touched my heart with her beautiful voice. Take a at look at the video, she will touch your heart as well.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lp0IWv8QZY

Diane Randall

Deep Breathing Can Help You Relax

admin — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:00:33 +0000

Deep breathing is a good way to relax. Try it a couple of times every day. Here’s how to do it:

1. Sit in a chair or lie down.

2. Rest your hands on your abdomen.

3. Slowly count to four and inhale through your nose. Feel your abdomen rise. Hold it for a second.

4. Slowly count to four as you exhale through your mouth. Your abdomen will slowly fall.

5. Repeat 5 to 10 times.

Re-gaining control – do you do everything?

admin — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:13:44 +0000

Try these tips to help you regain control of your life. Remove yourself from the do-all position. Set boundaries for what you will do and delegate tasks. Ask for help and use it, when tackling a large task. This major step is a very important part of the process of making your priorities real, by honoring and taking care of you. By clearly communicating how you will allow others to interact with you, you re-establish control in your life. Setting boundaries and delegating often leads to greater satisfaction, productivity, and creativity in your work and personal life.

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