Here I will give simple tips to help you set the right goals and see them through to completion. The key lies in habit formation. If you succeed at making an action a habit by repeated and consistent efforts, chances are you will achieve your goals.
Child Obesity: 10 Things I do as a parent to keep my children healthy How often have you heard (or even said) these statements? “Wow, what a chubby and cute baby!” “! My child is not gaining enough weight. I am worried.” “I am giving my child the healthiest food (read greasiest). Wonder why he... Continue Reading →
Body-shaming - an issue I hold close to my heart and am vocal about. Apologetically vocal. We all encounter body-shamers in our day-to-day lives – the nosy aunt feeling you must lose some weight to become a good marriage material, or the husband passing a nasty jibe, the over friendly colleague teasing you about your... Continue Reading →
Have you ever noticed toddlers play? They instantly drop into perfect squats every now and then to pick up toys and can sit in a squat position for what seems like ages. Despite raising twins, this simple physical behavior made an immense impact on me only when I started doing squats.
We are all born with the flexibility and agility to our muscles optimally, but as we grow up we use this skill less and less and eventually find the once easy and normal activity, to be difficult and draining.
I have been fat/obese for most of my teen and adult life. I have dealt with low self-esteem, depleted self-worth and a looming depression perpetuated by a negative self-image. I wish I had a mentor who I could reach out to. I wish someone noticed my low morale and extended a hand of empathy to... Continue Reading →
My transformation, that's what many people refer to is as, is not only external, it’s more of an internal shift. I have changed into a whole new person, inside out. I have become more confident, outgoing, fearless, assertive, empathetic and empowered.
