Many years ago, I made a list of resolutions. It was a long list. I was feeling rather adventurous and was determined to cross off my goals. I was going to learn a new language, work out every day and a few other lofty ideas. A few months later, they were abandoned, a lost cause, forgotten in the wind.

I created this recipe when I was just finishing up my health coaching certification and was introducing my then eleven month old daughter to the world of smoothies. I wanted to create something green with plenty of fiber, that she actually ate. And she did!

This is a go-to chicken soup in our family because it’s fast, easy and delicious. It is simple to prepare and most of the ingredients are in a can, or store-bought. Yes, while it’s wonderful to eat fresh vegetables most of the time… On those busy nights, it’s very helpful to have an easy meal to prepare for the family.

Happy fall, y’all! Well, almost fall. 73 Degree mornings are the only proof I need: fall is on the way. Everyone here in the South is bursting with excitement for everything fall. Even my 5 year old, while looking out the car window at a leaf that is falling, excitedly shouts “FALL IS HERE!”

Part of living a healthy, full live and healing your body and mind is working to eliminate toxic chemicals found in cleaners, beauty products and other items like candles and air fresheners. Making your own counter cleaner is an easy way to expose your you and your kids to LESS toxins that are found in most regular cleaners.

To my dear mama friends – when I first became a mother, I had no idea what I was in for. The intense love, the pain, the shift in identity and purpose – it’s been the greatest source of growth, and joy that I’ve ever experienced. Lena and I have created a very special day just for you through our company, Inner Journey Retreats.

Does your plank look like this? – Your plank should be working your transverse abdominis (TVA) and your internal obliques. Not used to hearing about those muscles? A personal trainer can help you understand why they are crucial for posture, physique, spinal stability, core strength, pelvic stability! Here are a few tips to transform your plank and maintain a stable, flat back.

Whether you decide what toppings to put on your (((newly non-GMO!))) Chipotle burrito bowl in 5 seconds flat, or you struggle and go back and forth between adding guac or no guac until you start getting dirty looks from the folks in line, we’ve all struggled with decision making once and awhile. And for some, it’s often.

Craving a sweet treat without all of the processed sugar? These are really delicious and easy to change up if you prefer other ingredients. Named because you can literally pop these little nutritionally rich delights in your pocket or belly, and be on the run!

Carl Jung so aptly wrote, “What you resist, persists.”

When we begin to understand personal patterns, and bring into our awareness that which does not serve us, we can begin to shift our lives.

Connection to self is the portal for inner healing. By tapping into our strengths, increasing our self-care and embracing sacred stillness, we become more empowered to recreate the life we want to live by healing from within. Here are four ways that you can rediscover your inner healer.

Being healthy and living well…It’s not just about eating healthy. It’s not just about meditating. It’s not just about exercising. It’s not just about practicing gratitude…It’s ALL of these things. It’s an awareness of what makes you FEEL GOOD.

So many of us are weary about eating carbs, however it’s important to know that there are great health benefits to some carbs (meaning whole grains, not packaged carbs) – and some are more nutritious than others. The problem is not carbohydrates, it’s the processed, sugary, fake foods that are the problem. So let’s breakdown grains.

As fall is approaching, making sure you and your family keep your immune system strong and vital is imperative. There is so much you can do to boost your immune system. We will be focusing more on this throughout the next few months.

More and more people are wanting to find safe, natural options for boosting their health. And, understandably so! With the state of healthcare, chronic stress and disease, feeling more in control of our health can make us feel empowered and strong. Immune building and alternative ‘get well’ remedies are becoming abundant and easily available.

The way in which we nourish our bodies is a reflection of the way we walk through the world. Busyness has become our modern day epidemic and this affects how we think and feel about food. These days, it’s the faster the better. The result of this perpetual busyness? We find ourselves suffering from increased levels of anxiety, depression and stress.