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Top 10 Weight Loss Myths That Might Be Holding You Back

As January comes to an end, many of us start to realise that those ambitious New Year’s resolutions to lose weight or stick to a strict diet may already feel impossible to maintain. If this resonates with you, then realise that you’re not alone. Much of what we’re told about weight loss simply doesn’t work—and…

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Hungry, Thirsty or Craving – Part 1

For many years, I used to mistakenly think I was hungry when actually I was thirsty. Thirst, hunger and cravings can be easily confused!  This 1-minute snippet will focus briefly on thirst…the next two snippets will highlight hunger and cravings. The next time you are feeling hungry, check if you are actually thirsty…your body often…

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What Are Your Struggles & How Can I Help You More?

You may have noticed by now that you receive a weekly health & well-being short 1-minute email on most Sunday mornings. I am hoping that you find them helpful? And thanks to those who give occasional feedback. It is much appreciated. But I would like to be even more helpful…  Let me know what you struggle most…

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Growth Mindset

I chose to see my struggle with health and being a balanced healthy weight as an opportunity for growth and healing. So instead of looking at my situation as ‘bad’, I rather chose to look at my struggle as a wonderful opportunity as well as a ‘wake-up’ call. Handled correctly with the right mindset and…

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Mindful or Mindless Eating?

Most of us tend to go about much of our lives on automatic pilot. This is a challenge for most human beings to live as conscious a life as possible…living with as much awareness & presence as possible. This lack of awareness also applies to how we manage our health, well-being as well as our relationship to…

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The Magic Of Gratitude

A book came out a few years ago, called ‘The Magic’ and it was all about Gratitude… …specifically, how Gratitude can have a magical effect on one’s life!  If there is an opposite of gratitude, it might be complaining and negativity which as we all know, makes us feel worse. Gratitude is an essential mindset for general…

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What do you think?

What do you think of my new logo? Designed by myself, my wife and my daughters. It captures everything that I am passionate about…Whole-Person, Balanced, Holistic Living. When balance is achieved (as much as possible) in all four areas (puzzle pieces), then it allows our innate well-being to rise to the surface. Whole-Person Well-Being: This is the overall sense of…

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The Best Medicine… Lifestyle

What is the best medicine? Many believe it is a good simple healthy balanced lifestyle! If you get this right, then many physical and emotional difficulties are minimised! In fact, with most of my clients, before we even begin focusing on the specific problem they have, we make sure to do as much as possible to…

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Diet Mentality Doesn’t Work…But This Does

Where is your focus? Diet Mentality vs Health Mentality Unfortunately for many people who struggle with maintaining a healthy balanced weight, the focus is on dieting, losing weight & looking better. This can cause a lifetime of underlying dissatisfaction, anxiety, low mood and low self-esteem.  Many people with this ‘Diet Mentality’, focus most of their attention…

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Do The Next Right Thing

We all go off track… I heard the following this week…” I worked so hard and was perfect on my eating plan and the scale is still up! This just isn’t worth it.” This is normal and part of every journey. A more helpful response is: “Even if I’ve adhered to my eating and exercise program,…

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Ditch the Diet…don’t you agree?

Diets don’t work! I am assuming you agree? Well, perhaps they work for the short term. You may lose weight & feel better but like the majority of folk, that does not last. Are you one of those who have tried over 55 diets over the course of a lifetime? Well, you are not alone.…

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Struggling with your weight & health?

Struggling with your weight & health? You are normal! Are you struggling with weight loss? Guess what, most people struggle with getting to and maintaining a healthy weight. So you are not alone! In fact, the research says that approximately 70% of people, especially busy professionals and executives, are either overweight or obese. Another shocking…

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