by SjP | Jun 12, 2025 | Mental Health
If you’ve ever felt guilty after eating something “bad,” you’re not alone. If you’ve ever tried to “make up for it” with exercise, skipped meals the next day, or spiraled into self-criticism, you’re not alone there either. Food guilt is something most of us have...
by SjP | Feb 13, 2025 | General Health, Mental Health, Thoughts
I have a good friend who’s single and doesn’t have kids. She’s close with her friends, goes to church weekly, and adores her brother’s family, who she sees every couple of months. We meet up for lunch every few weeks. She retired last year, and...
by SjP | Jan 2, 2025 | Commitment, General Health, Mental Health
The Health Warriors Pillar Focus for January is self-care, and I’m on a quest to nail down my commitment for the month. I’ve got a buffet of options when it comes to self-care, and, to be honest, if I don’t zero in on something specific, I’m...
by Alisa Bloom | Oct 10, 2024 | Food Strategies, Mental Health, Weight Loss
Have you ever noticed how when you’re stressed, you tend to crave sugary or unhealthy foods? Or how a lack of sleep can leave you feeling sluggish and unmotivated? These connections aren’t coincidences; they’re part of a complex relationship between...
by Alisa Bloom | Sep 26, 2024 | Food Strategies, Mental Health, Weight Loss
Let’s Talk About Food Food is more than just fuel for our bodies; it’s a source of comfort, pleasure, and social connection. But for many of us, our relationship with food can be complex, often leading to emotional eating and unhealthy habits....
by SjP | Aug 8, 2024 | Mental Health, Personal Insights
I was getting ready to leave for a week-long trip—literally waiting to be picked up—when I made a last-minute decision to clean out the fridge. In my haste, I threw a lot of baby carrots down the garbage disposal. Bad idea. The garbage disposal exploded, spewing bits...
