In today's fast-paced and interconnected world, it's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of other’s lives and simultaneously not feel included “in the loop”. These feelings of missing out, living vicariously through others, or believing you’re alone may contribute to a more negative headspace.

Can you list the five love languages?

The most common love language, per the Huffington Post, is words of affirmation.

One of our country’s leading causes of death is also one of the most preventable chronic diseases.

Mindfulness can help you turn the worst days or situations into something better, especially during the holidays!

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving! And after Thanksgiving, both Christmas and New Years will be here and gone in the blink of an eye.

When we find ourselves going through a particularly challenging experience, we often withdraw from our social groups. As we discussed the thoughts and feelings that come with a cancer diagnosis in “After the Diagnosis” blog two weeks ago, it is common to feel alone, isolated, and even...

Spending time outdoors improves our memory, productivity, creativity, and concentration! We discussed this in Outdoor Well-Being, making the summer months perfect for taking advantage of warm temperatures, bright sunshine, and fresh air. As with most things that can improve our overall well-being, however, there is a certain level of awareness...

Last week, we painted a picture as to the importance our environment and the people in it play when we set our sights on a goal! We start with motivation, but it’s that big picture of intrinsic growth and satisfaction PLUS extrinsic support and common forward movement that significantly increase our chances of success. And as you may have experienced in the past at some point in your life, when those you love are also reaching and hitting a...

As we enter the holiday season, how would you like to CELEBRATE and IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH? January 3rd is 40 days away! WHAT IF…you weren’t starting yet another diet plan, but instead you were continuing to CELEBRATE HEALTH. You can quickly:

• lower blood pressure
• reduce arthritic and joint pain
• improve mood and sleep
• and of course, lose weight if you carry...

Imagine a loaf of bread, a bottle of wine, some cheese, and a basket of fresh fruit, all set out along the French riviera for you and your family to enjoy the original “piquenique” al fresco in the mid-1700s. Sounds delightful, yes? Well, we may not have the French riviera outside our back door, but we do have so much of what it takes to create a beautiful picnic for family and friends. For you, it may mean the red gingham blanket strewn...

Again, it is not as though we wake up January 1st and everything is different. BUT, it is a good reason to start a new routine or better yet, a new attitude toward a healthy lifestyle. There are so many areas of our lives we can change. Where does it start for you?

Exercise more and eat healthier hit the top 2 spots – as usual. Why do so many people consistently ‘need’ or ‘want’ to change these two behaviors? Interestingly, losing...

Approximately one-third to one-half of the American population has experienced significant stress, anxiety, or sadness that was difficult to cope with alone over the last year and a half. Yet, in many instances, coping with these feelings alone seemed to be the only way to cope. In 2021, the spotlight shines on not only the value of healthy relationships in general, but also on the ways to nurture relationships, regardless of the external...

2021 Here We Come!

There is something refreshing about a new year! It is an odd cultural thought pattern if you think about it–nothing changes on January 1st when you wake up that is any different than any other day… except your attitude and outlook, and that is EVERYTHING!

As a behavior change coach, we often simplify models to a triangle including 3 elements for successful change…. Skills and knowledge can be taught, but...

Farmers Market Safety Measures

Farmers markets are ESSENTIAL. They are essential for the local economy, supporting small businesses, promoting clean produce, and increasing accessibility to healthy homemade goods. Not to mention, they are a fun, happy, and encouraging environment to be a part of.

With the mounting economic, social, and healthcare pressures COVID-19 is imparting on the U.S., it is important we implement personal...

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Inspiring You to Achieve Your Optimal Well-being

Balanced Wellness focuses on total well-being. What does that mean to you? Sustainable lifestyle change. We...

Why Do Positive Family Relationships Benefit Our Well-being?

Under the right circumstances, family relationships are encouraging, reliable, and last a life-time. Especially in your parent’s case, they see you grow up through all the glory of your less-fortunate moments– sometimes when friends aren’t always there to count on. These enduring relationships– with your parents, siblings, grandparents, and otherwise– are of...

Men’s Health Week,

celebrated annually during the week ending on Father’s Day, honors the importance of the health and wellness of boys and men. This week is a reminder for men to take steps to be healthier, but they don’t have to do it alone! Whether it’s your husband, partner, dad, brother, son, or friend you can help support the health and safety of the men in your life.

• Improve Your Musculoskeletal
• Health Through Mindful Movements

Mindful movement is an effective way to reduce stress and its physical consequences.

How you move throughout your daily life can affect your health. The way your bones, muscles, joints and connective tissue interact with each other all play a significant role in things like your posture and...

• NOW is the time to improve your nutrition.
• What can you do to move toward a lifestyle change?
• AND have a dietary lifestyle consisting of proteins, fats, AND carbs?!

Let’s take a moment to look at the most common successful “diets” around the world and some of what they ALL have in common.

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Balanced Wellness is excited to announce our holiday ‘gift to the community’.

We want to give back to the community – and we need your help. Register for a Prevent T2 program and a registration will be donated to a participant in need.

AND it may be covered by your insurance company!

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The holiday season is called the most wonderful time of the year…it’s also the most stressful time of the year!

Between traveling arrangements, holiday parties and get togethers, present shopping, and meeting end of the year’s goals and deadlines, it can be easy to get worn out and not enjoy the essence of this magical time of year. Stress can take a toll on your mind and body, especially your immune system. So how can you combat stress...