This weekend, WHyyc hosted a mama's family food prep party at her house (the daddies were on daddy duty, so we had use of all our limbs for once in the kitchen!). These cookies resulted after much experimentation with the food processor (a staple for every mom's kitchen!). The cookies...
CONGRATULATIONS!! You've reached day 30 of your 30 day mindfulness challenge. Today's challenge is one of reflection on the past month's practice of mindfulness! mindful moment :: draw how your heart feels & give yourself a hug Living in the present isn't just a gift to those...
Ever heard of conditioned behaviour? They are learned behaviours. Many of us have behaviours around foods that we learn from a very young age. Perhaps you couldn't leave the table until your plate was squeaky clean, or you had older siblings who'd eat all the...
It's a gorgeous weekend in Calgary, so today's mindful moment takes advantage of that. We're sending you into the great outdoors again this weekend! mindful moment :: engage in mindful observation of a living organism outdoors This mindful moment is simple & powerful. The intention is to help you...
A great way to encourage more mindful eating is through trying new foods. This is an activity I often prescribe to clients who are stuck in the processed food rut & want to get their families out! mindful moment :: make today fun fruit Friday Sounds cheesy,...
Breath...
So often we're mindful of the needs of others, but not attuned to ourselves, or engaging in self-love. mindful moment :: befriend yourself Today we ask you to explore the possibility of befriending yourself (bet you're thinking, "but I'm already quite fond of myself?!") This mindfulness exercise...
It's spring. Yes, it's supposed to snow today, but let's just put that aside and dream of blooming flowers, budding trees & sprouting green grass. Ahhhh don't you feel more joyful already! Spring is a time of rebirth & clearing of what is not serving...
I've said it before & I'll say it again -- Mindfulness isn't just for adults! Kids as young as age 3 can engage in mindfulness activities. Today, we're encouraging you to share these mindful eating tips with kids in your life, or with friends or...
We've all been there (heck maybe you're there now!). Cupboard searching in the evening before bedtime. It's often a mindless activity, & before we know it BOOM, we've had half a box of crackers while searching for something to satisfy our cravings. mindful moment :: be...