Nourish in November

Welcome to November!  My Thirsty Thursday topic focuses on 'Nourish', one of my key concepts.  Many of us will celebrate Thanksgiving in a few weeks.  A time for family, thankfulness, and feasting.  Food has become the great American pastime, and as a result of that adoration, many people are living with poor health.

Like it or not, food has consequences.  As a health coach, educator, and alternative healthcare practitioner clients tell me about their love/hate relationship with food.  For those of us living with chronic conditions, a poor diet adds pain, exacerbates symptoms, and can make us sicker.   My challenge to you is to watch the documentary, Forks Over Knives.  After I viewed this film and read the book, The Starch Solution, I chose to follow Dr. McDougall's eating plan and have never felt better.  In the last year I've lost over 20 pounds, eliminated my blood pressure medication, and have decreased the pain and inflammation surrounding my artificial hips.  I ate well before, but not well enough and the side effects from food were harming me.  In a few weeks I'll be upping my game and following Dr. McDougall's 10-day Maximum Weight Loss plan.  Join me.  I'll post my progress, display pictures of my meals, and most importantly -- share my results with you!

Mend your relationship with food.  Dine well and nourish.  Be well.

Tiffany

 

Make the time


My Thirsty Thursday message is about anticipation.  Fall is a season bringing great change.  We feel it in the air - on our skin - some of us in our bones.  I meet a new orthopedic surgeon tomorrow to establish a new medical relationship...my wonderful surgeon had moved to San Diego and I have been 'doctor shopping'. 

I need a check-up, meaning time for x-rays and the inside view telling me that all is well with my bionic buddies.  I do feel a teensy bit of fear that my morning meditation can mellow and soothe.  Are you taking the time to check in with your physician and manage your conditions?  Make the time, you're worth it.
Be Well,
Tiffany
 

Rejuvenate with self-care...

Leaves are falling, the days are shortening, and mornings are becoming cooler.  This is the time of year that my body calls for warmth inside and out.  To keep out the chill I layer myself in sweaters, boots, and shawls.  I warm my belly with hot tea, thick soups, and spicy noodle dishes.  I receive massage, get facials, and soak in Epsom baths. 

Fall is when I increase my pampering and self-care.  Dark days and chills in the air are two messages asking me to increase my sleep, and rejuvenate during the winter months.  Are you investing enough time in self-care to manage your health?  Soothe is one of my key concepts to living well - to encourage you to partake I'm offering discounted Reiki & Reflexology sessions now through the end of November.  Book an appointment this month and I will add a 7-day custom meal plan as an added FREE bonus. 

Email me, invest in you.  tiffany@andersontherapeutics.com

Be well,

Tiffany

A chill in the air...

Cooler weather and varying temperatures are when I feel an increase in aches and pains.  For me, this is my "creaky" time when my body requires extra care.  Yesterday I worked outside during an early snowfall in Park City, it was beautiful plus added extra ouch to my afternoon.  My evening soothe methods included Epsom gel on my hips and low back, a warm spicy dinner, and yoga before bed.

Are your chronic health conditions affected by the seasons?  If so, how are you preparing for any weather related symptoms?  Would you like ideas to better manage pain that increases during cold weather?  I would love to chat with you.  Contact me and schedule a FREE 30-minute consultation.  Let's talk.

Be Well,

Tiffany

The thirst for wholeness...

What is wholeness?  During my morning meditation I reflect on Joan Borysenko's definition,"Wholeness is the graciousness with which we escape our shadow - not in complacency, but with the humility to engage our evil twin consciously, so that we can withdraw from the battles it will otherwise create." 

My evil twin can sabotage my success, lead me towards complacency, and clutter my mind with negativity.  These mental battles create a nonsensical chatter I call monkey mind.  Meditation quiets this chatter and my evil twin is on a short leash.  Healthy aging is better understanding your highest self and your darkest self.  Take a moment today and consider how you engage with your evil twin, your shadow self.  Soothe, nourish, and give yourself the rest you need and avoid creating battles.

Be Well.

Tiffany

A fall embrace...

Thirsty Thursday falls on the Autumnal Equinox today.  Outside my office window this morning I see red, orange, and yellow leaves amongst the pines.  It is a cool, rainy morning here in the Rockies and the air is delicious.  Leaving summer behind I do feel a bit blue that warm days are to be replaced by temperatures that cause me to ache.  This is a reminder for me to prepare for slippery sidewalks, creaky joints, and frizzy hair days. 

Planning ahead I wear my rain boots, find my thermals, say yes to hats, and look forward to tasty soups and stews to keep me nourished and warm.  By embracing the seasons we can better reflect a healthy aging mindset.  Keep it simple - Soothe - Nourish - Rest.

Be Well,

Tiffany