Turning Stress into Post Traumatic GROWTH

Introducing the 3R Strategy for Reducing Stress

Thinking PositiveRT @JoseDSanchez12: @tonyrobbins @Oprah “Post traumatic GROWTH” We focus so much on the stress that we forget how much stronger we are after! #oprahsnextchapter

We all know that stress is bad for our health.  But did you know that even too much of a good thing can cause stress?

It is not just about the tragic events in life.  Even happy events, like getting married, having a child, or getting a promotion at work can cause the body to go into overdrive.

Has this ever happened to you?  Life handed you a great opportunity for growth and change, and you immediately went into a nosedive of self-doubt, fear and anxiety? Continue reading

Want to Live a Long and Healthy Life?

Classic convertible sports carTreat Your Body Like a Classic Car

Have you ever attended a classic auto show and wondered how the owners kept their cars looking as beautiful as they did on the day they rolled off the lot?

Dr. Mehmet Oz has the answer … proper maintenance.

If the tires wear out, they’re replaced. If the oil needs changing, it gets changed.  Not surprisingly, maintenance is also the secret to a long and healthy life for humans.  Think of your cells as anti-aging mechanics.  If you treat them right, by eating well and exercising, they will tune you up on a daily basis.  If you don’t take care of them, they will go on strike, and you will age faster.  You’re in the driver’s seat.  You have the power to slow down the aging process… Continue reading

Revolutionary Resolutions

Intentions compressed into words enfold magical power. ~~ Deepak Chopra

New Year's resolutions listIt’s that time of year again.  The time when many of us make a long list of New Year’s resolutions designed to improve our health and happiness.

Unfortunately, the typical list of New Year’s resolutions is almost doomed to failure.

For example, we all know what we need to do to stay healthy, but how do we get ourselves to do it? Continue reading

Tapping into the Energy of Giving and Receiving

The universe operates through dynamic exchange…giving and receiving are different aspects of the flow of energy in the universe.  And in our willingness to give that which we seek, we keep the abundance of the universe circulating in our lives.~~ Deepok Chopra

GiftAt this time of the year, it is easy to get caught up in the holiday frenzy of buying the perfect gifts for your friends and loved ones.

Not that there is anything wrong with buying gifts.  If shopping brings you joy and pleasure, by all means, shop until you drop.

But if you are one of those people who hates shopping…if the mere thought  of trying to find the right gift stresses you out…here is a new way of looking at things. Continue reading

5 Ways to Get a Glow on for the Holidays

We all want to sparkle for the holidays. And nothing looks better with your favorite holiday outfit than healthy, glowing skin.

You can cultivate that healthy glow with a few simple habits and lifestyle choices that support your natural beauty.

Amidst the hustle and bustle of shopping and parties, give yourself the gifts of healthy skin with these five simple tips.

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5 Simple Steps To Smarten Up Your Holiday Meals

cornucopiaThanksgiving kicks off a month of wonderful days to celebrate with family and friends.  Of course, sharing your favorite foods is an important part of the holiday season.

It may seem like temptation lurks at every turn, but there is no need to worry.  Here are our top 5 tips for keeping your holidays both delicious and healthy! Continue reading

No Time to Exercise? Do This Instead!

Woman sitting at deskIt’s no secret Americans are spending more and more time sitting!  Desk jobs, long commutes and too much TV time all add up to more than 8 hours a day of inactivity.

Good intentions aside, many of us don’t have time to make it to the gym on a regular basis.

Even if you do manage to squeeze in a 1/2 hour of exercise, a study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology revealed that women who sat for more than 6 hours a day had a 37% increased risk of premature death, compared with women who sat for less than 3 — no matter how often they exercised. Continue reading

Fat-Proof Yourself for the Holidays

AppleDo you, like so many, usually gain 5-10 pounds over the holidays?  Do you find yourself over-indulging in all the so-called “goodies” that are everywhere during this season?

It is possible enjoy this season of tasty treats without losing your figure (and losing your mind!) You can start the new year without having to make yet another resolution about weight loss.

Dr. Northrup, Kate Northrup, and Penny Northrup Kirk have lived this healthy, happy holidays reality for years and are excited to teach you how.

Join us for a free telegathering on Tuesday, November 15th from 8:00 – 8:30 p.m. EST.

This call will focus on practical ways to avoid weight gain over the holiday season so that you can begin 2012 without extra baggage, physical and emotional!

E-mail us to reserve your space on this free call.  Join us and make sure that you start the new year right!


A Little Smoothie Love for Your Body

Healthy smoothiesOkay, we all know that a good breakfast is key to keeping your body happy and your mind sharp for the day ahead.

But what about those days that you just don’t have time to make a good breakfast?

It’s tempting to stop at Starbucks for a nice latte and muffin.  But that will set you back 540 calories…way too many of them from refined carbs and sugar. Continue reading