Ditch the Processed Foods
I grew up with a working mom. She was good at making meals for us and having healthy foods in the house, but it was '70's where...
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danibirkeland
Oct 13, 20233 min
Breaking the Chains of Self-Sabotage
One of my worst flaws is that I'm a procrastinator.... AND... I am really good at it. I can put things off until the last minute with...
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danibirkeland
Oct 7, 20233 min
Mindset Matters
I am genuinely a curious person and wonder about things a lot, but that isn't exactly what a growth mindset is all about. I consider...
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danibirkeland
Sep 29, 20233 min
I slept wrong on my ankle... now what?
This past weekend I ended up with a mystery ankle injury. I mean, for real... a mystery! I woke up on Saturday morning and noticed my...
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danibirkeland
Sep 22, 20232 min
Nature's Grandeur
` As I mentioned last week, I was in CO on a girl's trip. This photo was our view from the deck of the house we rented. What's amazing...
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danibirkeland
Sep 15, 20233 min
Make Time to Make Memories
At the time of this posting, I will be in Colorado on a hiking trip with girlfriends. We have been friends since we moved to Alexandria...
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danibirkeland
Sep 8, 20232 min
Be Brave to Be Uncomfortable
I can remember a time when I was pretty young, I was less than 10 years old, anyway. We lived a block from the elementary school I went...
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danibirkeland
Aug 31, 20234 min
Strategies of a Poor Sleeper
It all started after my babies were born. You don't really realize it while you're in the swing of life, but I'm pretty sure I was sleep...
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danibirkeland
Aug 25, 20232 min
Treasured Quotes and Verses
We all need time to sit back and reflect a bit.... and that is no different for an author of a blog, which is me! LOL. I wanted to share...
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danibirkeland
Aug 18, 20235 min
EVOO & Vinegar
This morning I found a new source for flavored olive oils and balsamic vinegars. I was thrilled! It got me thinking, why are these so...
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danibirkeland
Aug 11, 20235 min
Oh My! The Zucchini!!
What are you going to do with your harvest from the garden? You've toiled all summer to have a bountiful harvest, and now it's time to...
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danibirkeland
Aug 4, 20234 min
Beyond a Salad
Best options when eating out - that aren't salads! You're planning on lunch with some friends and trying to eat healthier. Depending on...
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danibirkeland
Jul 28, 20232 min
Tools to get out of the kitchen
One of the best strategies for overcoming eating habits that keep you stuck in unhealthy ways is to find diversions. Hobbies that you...
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danibirkeland
Jul 21, 20235 min
It starts at the store
A big part of a healthier lifestyle begins with what you have at home to eat. When you look in the cabinets, pantry, refrigerator and...
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danibirkeland
Jul 14, 20233 min
Joy, Joy, Joy Down in My Heart!
We are in the pursuit of happiness, but I believe JOY is what we’re all after! Why Choose Joy Over Happiness We have all experienced...
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danibirkeland
Jul 7, 20235 min
Essential Nutrients needed for Essential Health
Essential Nutrients needed for Essential Health There are two basic food types that are needed for health - Essential Amino Acids &...
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danibirkeland
Jun 30, 20231 min
Encourage One Another
One of the most important jobs of being a health coach goes beyond any health goals. It is building up your client, pointing out...
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danibirkeland
Jun 23, 20234 min
Habits.... they can be made new!
The Power of Routine We've probably all heard about how habits can be changed in 21 or 30 days. I don't totally agree with that, and...
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danibirkeland
Jun 15, 20233 min
What Health Coaching is... and what it's not.
A health coach is a certified practitioner that aids an individual to reach their health goals. They are trained to use different...
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