Train for Life

Category: Ergonomics

  • Mindful Monday

    Accountability Partner A healthy dose of peer pressure can keep you motivated and moving forward. What area of your life do you need an extra push? Schedule consistent check-ins with someone who supports your values and goals. Ideally, this person can serve as your cheerleader and drill sergeant.           Reference Woo, J.…

  • Foodie Friday

    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week When I think of Fall, the chillier and shorter days, warm, cozy moments spent at home reading books, watching movies, and baking new and traditional recipes come to mind. What comes to mind for you? What warm memories fill your heart? Throughout my childhood through today, my Mom almost always…

  • Therapy Thursday

    Therapy Thursday

    Autumn Affirmations Appreciation is Life-Affirming At this time of the year, be grateful for what you have and the strength that will carry you through the coming winter months. I appreciate where I am in my life right now. I celebrate my achievements and learn from each experience. Every day I learn something new about myself.…

  • Mindful Monday

    The Evocative Object  We think with the objects we love; we love the objects we think with. -Sherry Turkle What is an object that holds powerful meaning to you? What object tells your story? When you feel lost, hold onto this object and connect with its significance.     *     An object that holds powerful…

  • Foodie Friday

    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week To kickoff October, I thought I’d share a healthful Fall ‘slaw! While Summer can be a time to pick blueberries, early Fall (September – October) can be a time to pick apples. Have you embarked on an apple picking adventure? I ventured into a blueberry farm a couple years ago,…

  • Welcome October

    Find ways to calm your busy mind this month.

  • Mindful Monday

    Asking for Help Seeking help is a sign of strength because no one can manage everything alone. Build your support team. Identify individuals for: Words of encouragement Problem solving advice Physical discomfort Spiritual support Counseling Mentorship And, fun and laughter!             Reference Woo, J. (2023). 52 Essential coping skills. Mind…

  • Foodie Friday

    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week It may not be Taco Tuesday today, but who says that we can’t enjoy a healthy, tasty taco any day of the week (or you can save this recipe for next Tuesday)!  The typical street taco is not always the healthiest option so I like to swap ingredients to make…

  • Mindful Monday

    Sleep On It When you want to shout that comeback, Sleep on it. When you think life is a wreck, Sleep on it. When you crave for a numbing bailout, Sleep on it. When you feel drained or burned out, Get some sleep!     *     Feeling very burned out (mentally and physically) in my persistent…

  • Mindful Monday

    Mindful Monday

    Take the Elevator Down Are you feeling overwhelmed?  It’s okay to feel overwhelmed, anxious, sad, depressed, confused, or simply blah. Life is a journey of a full spectrum of feelings, emotions, thoughts, and experiences. That’s what makes life interesting and engaging! It is often said, through our struggles and darkest moments, the light is found. But, in…