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Self-Efficacy
Simply put, self-efficacy is one’s belief that they have the ability and power within themselves to do something (most of the time this something is a behavior change) When it comes to behavior changes or modification self-efficacy is cornerstone. After all, how can you make a change if you don’t believe that you are capable… Continue reading Self-Efficacy
Gratitude: Appreciate Your Body
Take a moment (or as long as you need) and appreciate your body and all that it does for you and all that it allows you to do.
Zinc
Atomic number 30. Zinc is an essential trace mineral - meaning the body must have zinc and it must come from our diets via food or supplementation because the body does not create it on its own. The most widely known function of zinc is its ability to possibly shorten the duration of colds (though… Continue reading Zinc
Expectations Vs. Reality
Chances are if you are a mom or know someone who is you have seen these thoughts and many more make an appearance. It is normal to want to please others and be the very best we can be. For real though, the only one you need to be pleasing if yourself (and maybe your… Continue reading Expectations Vs. Reality
Gluten-Free No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake
Cheesecake is one of my all time favorite desserts. I mean, who doesn't love it?! Refreshing, delectable, and creamy, cheesecake is a great way to satisfy a sweet tooth and a craving for something savory. When I found out I had to go gluten-free years ago, I was devastated and negative about many things. I… Continue reading Gluten-Free No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake
Compliments: Do they do more harm than good?
Compliments. We all love to get them. Have you ever noticed how the majority of compliments we give and receive have to do with appearance or material possessions? We always mean for compliments to build people up but what if they are really making someone feel worse about themselves? It seems like second nature to… Continue reading Compliments: Do they do more harm than good?
Cultivating Gratitude
Cultivating gratitude can be extremely easy to do, and beneficial to our psychological, emotional, spiritual, and physical health. Practicing gratitude can help re-route our thoughts away from negativity, and towards positivity and fulfillment. Gratitude is a term that is thrown around a lot today. When most people talk about gratitude they are talking about being… Continue reading Cultivating Gratitude
Gluten-Free Heaven Sweet Roll Mix: A product review
I am not usually someone who makes anything from a box or pre-made mix due to the unnecessary added sugars, fillers, dyes, preservatives, etc. that are typically added, but when I saw this sweet roll mix at a local store I had to give it a try. With an ingredient list that is readable and… Continue reading Gluten-Free Heaven Sweet Roll Mix: A product review
Gluten-Free Brown Sugar Banana Bars
Bananas seem to be one of those foods that you either love or hate. I personally have a changing relationship with bananas. Sometimes I can not get enough of them and other times I want nothing to do with them. In my current pregnant state, I have been keeping a steady stock. Like them or… Continue reading Gluten-Free Brown Sugar Banana Bars
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