Social Buffering: Choose People and Places That Calm Your Nervous System
We all have those moments when life feels like a bit too much. Maybe it’s a tough day at work, … Read more
Personal Development
Resources aimed at personal growth, setting achievable goals, and maintaining motivation throughout the health journey.
Boundaries With Yourself: Ending “Negotiations” That Erode Your Goals
Ever feel like you’re constantly making deals with yourself, only to end up nowhere near your goals? It’s like you’re … Read more
The After-Work Transition Ritual: Shift From Stress to Presence Before Dinner
So, the workday is finally over. You’ve shut down the computer, maybe even cleaned up your desk. But does the … Read more
Craving Math: Estimate Time-to-Peak and Time-to-Fade So You Can Outlast It
Ever get that feeling, like you’re riding a wave that’s about to crash? Whether it’s a market trend, a personal … Read more
The Anti-Comparison Challenge: 14 Days to Reclaim Focus From Others’ Bodies
It feels like we’re always bombarded with images and ideas about how we *should* look or be. This constant stream … Read more
The Identity Bridge: Transition From “Trying” to “Being” With Evidence You Can See
You know, it’s easy to get stuck in a loop of ‘trying’ to be someone different. You read books, listen … Read more
Building Joyful Restraint: Boundaries That Feel Caring, Not Punitive
Setting boundaries with kids can be tough. A lot of us worry that if we’re too strict, we’ll seem harsh, … Read more
The Decision Journal for Eating: Log Context, Not Calories, to Learn What Works
Keeping track of what you eat doesn’t have to mean counting every calorie or weighing every bite. A decision journal … Read more
“I Deserve This” Reframed: Celebrate Without Sabotage Using Non-Food Rewards
Ever notice how saying “I deserve this” after a long week usually leads straight to the snack drawer? You’re not … Read more
Ending the Clean-Plate Habit: Family Scripts, Plate Sizes, and Leftover Plans
Ever sit at the table, staring at your plate, feeling like you need to finish every last bite—even when you’re … Read more