It's no secret many people are living with diabetes.  And it's also no secret that many people having difficulty controlling their weight. Is there a link between the two? You better believe it!
Diabetes is simply high levels of sugar (glucose) in your blood.
Good news: You can control it. With a healthy diet, weight management or especially weight loss, a healthy mindset and regular exercise, you are well on your way to living well with diabetes.
Bad news: You must take control or it will take control of you and your livelihood.
5 Ways to Live Longer and Healthier With Diabetes:

1. Plan meals and follow a healthy diet. Which one is best? Keto? Mediterranean? Low carb? South Beach? Answer: The one you stick to! It is way more important to pay attention to your calories, sugary drinks and refined carbohydrates intake.
2. Weight loss if you are overweight or obese (BMI>30) is key. This promotes overall better health, lower blood pressure, and lower cholesterol.
3. Being proactive. Don't wait for something to happen to make a change. Do it now! Whatever it takes- whatever you need to do, to learn or to adjust. Eat regularly, stick to a well defined schedule, and exercise regularly. There are complications of not controlling your blood sugar. Beware!
4. See your doctor as scheduled. Consult with your nutritionist as needed. Work with a health coach to further refine your habits and meet your goals.
5. Keep track and log your blood sugars so that you have valuable information about how your body responds to the foods you eat.

There are many ways to manage and live a healthy life with diabetes. Take some time to get educated so that you can live a longer, healthier life as you manage your diabetes and set some new goals. We are here to support you! How can we help you live better with diabetes?

How are YOU? Let's do a check-in. You have undoubtedly experienced many different emotions, thoughts, feelings this past week (or month or year) not only about the unknown impact of COVID-19 on our world but also the untimely death of George Floyd (and countless others) in the recent media. How can we continue to ignore or neglect the voices and needs of our fellow citizens whose voices have gone unheard for centuries? What does this say about us as Americans, as a country, as human beings?
It's time for us to do some soul-searching, to look within ourselves and recognize that no ONE is perfect and we all have our flaws. What makes one person more deserving of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness than another in America?
I challenge you to dig deep and find ways to practice EMPATHY. This one word can transform our lives if we acquire the knowledge and have the courage to practice it.
Here are a few ways:

• Communication - Reach out and listen to people who are hurting, who may not necessarily have your same point of view, it will make a difference.
• Collaboration - Make a concerted effort to partner, work with, consult with a diverse group of people. Start with your team, your organization, your social group. 
• Change agent - Be a part of the solution and extend a helping hand where needed; or where you feel led or have an influence. Be a peacemaker and bridge the gap for positive change. A positive disruptor!

We all have a circle of influence. Big or small. Let's use it to elevate the voices of those who are no longer here to tell their story. And as an added benefit-- practicing empathy has a great tremendous effect on our health, happiness, our relationships and our spiritual wellness. Let's see others as we see ourselves!

Have you started a new diet or exercise plan and before the week was up you completely gave up on it? Do you ever wonder if there is more for you or more you could be experiencing out of life? Getting bogged down with past mistakes or hurts you've experienced? Feeling depressed about health challenges and not enough energy to do anything about it? YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Many women struggle with these same obstacles.
And the truth is, we cannot always control when we will face a health crisis or how long it will take to overcome a personal trial so why do we punish ourselves during the hardest times of our lives? Wrong thinking and negative behavior usually prevail. 
My challenge to you is--

• Take the time to discover who you are and where you are in your health and wellness journey
• Then decide who you want to be and how you want to live your life
• Ask yourself if the two are in sync

If not, maybe it's time to let someone else who is objective and committed to your success come along side of you and help you see what may be staring you right in the face- the real you waiting to emerge victorious!
Let me introduce myself- I am your Truth Coach, Accountability Partner, and Chief Motivator! I would love the opportunity to help guide you through your time of revelation, cultivation, or acceleration. It's never easy to let someone new in your world but when the time is right, you just know it.
The best gift I can give you is the gift of truth in love. And with truth comes freedom!
I invite you to reach out and schedule a complimentary consultation and let's start the process to your best physical, mental, or spiritual health and conquer your fears!

You're facing challenges on every side. Your bank account is dwindling, your relationship is non-existent, your job is sucking the life out of you and your self-esteem is barely on the scale but your weight is topping the scale. Where do you go from here?
I've got some good news for you...you can only go UP!
Here's what I know:

1. Life always seems hard when you think everything is going against you. Instead of thinking, "I'm never going to get out of this debt", shift your thinking to, "When I get over this financial setback, I'm going to help other people struggling with financial loss."
2. No matter how cold and dark it seems now, summer is coming. Ask yourself, how many times did summer come after winter and spring in the last 5 years? By my calculation, 5 times. Summer always comes right on schedule. And that means, you can rest assured that there are brighter days ahead. Shift your focus from how unsatisfying your relationship is to what would an ideal relationship be like? What would I be doing and saying? Now, go do it!
3. Until you value yourself, no one else will. The standards and principles you ascribe to and live by determine what you will and will not tolerate. If you have been on the same job for years and never get more than the 1% standard raise, have no ability for professional development, no open-door policy with upper management or leadership, and go to work and sit in the parking lot until you "feel" ready to go inside (or now with remote work due to COVID-19, sit at your computer at home, staring at it until the last second you need to log on), it's time to make a shift. What are you communicating by leaving yourself in this position?
4. You get your self-esteem back when you Take Control. You can control what you do today. What 1 thing can you do today to remind yourself that you're worth it? Make a mental declaration to yourself right now, "I am worth it. I am in control. I can do this."

These are just a few of the ways in which you can get started on the road to better health and wellness- physically, mentally, spiritually, financially or relationally. We are striving to motivate you to total wellness to experience the life that God truly desires for you to live. We all need accountability in some area of our lives. An investment in your future self is always worth the present sacrifice. Need a better health plan? Want to go from low self-esteem to a fierce new you? Need a spiritual refresher? How can we help you get further along on your health and wellness journey? 

Let's get to the point, it's been said if you want to get something you've never had, you have to do something you've never done. Meditate on that! Seriously, I firmly believe that these 3 wellness killers can be controlled if you incorporate meditation into your daily routine...NOW! There are many benefits of meditation but here's 3 for you to consider:

• Stress-Buster - tension is released, naturally lowering hormone levels that can cause weight gain
• Reduce High Blood Pressure - heartbeat slows with deep, regulated breathing which has a positive blood pressure lowering effect
• Boost Your Immune System - over time, high levels of stress have been proven to weaken your overall health and make you more prone to health illnesses and depression

So what's the next step you can take to maximize your health and wellness? Start meditating in the morning. It's easy! Here's 5 simple steps to keep in mind:
1. Find a quiet spot in your home, office or outside.
2. Sit with your back straight, getting as comfortable as possible.
3. Breathe in slowly, breathing out deeply but gently. Repeat.
4. What comes to your mind? Make a point to stay focused and not let your mind drift off thinking about affairs of the day.
5. Stay quiet and reflect at least 10-15 minutes. You may be surprised what comes to your mind. Don't be too hard on yourself. If you are not accustomed to quiet stillness, it may be a challenge for you. Perhaps start with 5 minutes and then work your way up.
The goal is to be consistent and put it into your daily routine. In the ever-changing COVID-19 world, our health and wellness is more important than ever. Follow the simple steps above and discover how your physical, mental and spiritual health improves! If you need additional help with this, don't hesitate to reach out.
And please share with us on our social media, how meditation has helped transform your overall health and wellness. We'd love to celebrate with you!

For true fulfillment and maximum joy in life, it's important to be yourself and live life on purpose. You can always tell when someone is living in their destiny because their energy is inspiring and attracts positive results. Being your authentic self can be challenging if you've never taken the time to learn and assess yourself. If you would like to know more about this eye-opening process, schedule a free virtual call today!

1. Rest - Most people are rest-deprived and have a hard time sitting still. During this unusual time, take time to be still and process this moment. No TV, Netflix, or social media.
2. Clean - Now is the time to stop procrastinating and get it done! Clean out your sock drawer, an overcrowded closet, or an overflowing cabinet under the bathroom sink. Recall all those projects you're saving until "you have more time". And remember, when this is over, you'll feel so good about your new clean spaces.
3. Exercise - Feeling anxious or stressed? Here's the key-- get moving! It's impossible to stress out and worry when your body is in motion. Go for a brisk walk, dance in the middle of the living room, or put your home gym to good use. You'll feel better about yourself and so will your body.
4. Be a Good Samaritan - Do something for someone who you think may need a little extra help during this time without telling them or expecting anything in return.
5. Talk - If you're feeling isolated, lonely, or bored, pick up the phone and call a friend or relative. Don't suffer in silence! There's nothing better than talking or connecting with an old friend.