What does it mean to be present? Your mind isn't wandering. You are not thinking about the past or worrying about the future. You are aware of what is going on around you and your surroundings. Something I've realized recently... Continue Reading →
Over the last two years I lost close to 100 pounds. A lot of people have asked me my secret to weight loss. Inevitably, they are disappointed in my response. Typically I respond by saying it's not a secret, eat... Continue Reading →
I had been inconsistently practicing yoga and meditation for years. Earlier this summer I realized how starting my day with some focus on my health, physical and mental, could have a significant positive impact on my life. That's when I... Continue Reading →
Going on vacation with your family, significant other or friends can be wonderful, but there is nothing like a solo vacation. I just returned from a 5 day vacation to Utah. I went by myself with no intentions on meeting... Continue Reading →
I heard something a few weeks ago that I can't stop thinking about. Recently I started listening to the Aubrey Marcus podcast. In one of the episodes I was listening to he said he doesn't follow the golden rule, "Treat... Continue Reading →
Last weekend I had planned my first multi-day backpacking trip. My first overnight was a huge success. I was ready to take it to the next level. As always, Fernando, my dog was by my side. Preparing for a trip... Continue Reading →
I'm pretty sure that is a direct quote from a friend of mine. She posed this question late last summer after noticing I was hiking a couple of times a week. I just laughed and said it helps keep me... Continue Reading →
I wanted to give an update on my progress simplifying our household. For the past several months I have been de-cluttering and organizing our home. There is a lot of information out there about living a minimalist lifestyle. I was... Continue Reading →
I incorporated habit tracking into my life about six months ago. I was making a lot of positive changes but was struggling with focus. Habit tracking sounded like a good tool to help with these lifestyle changes. There are a... Continue Reading →
Becoming Sara 