“You will manage to keep a person in love with you, only for as long as you can keep that person in love with the person they become when they are with you.” ~ C. JoyBell C
Physical Health
Eat Well
Caloric consumption equations are almost as confusing as spf calculations. But if you are trying to lose or maintain weight, it's a good idea to know how much should be on your plate.
https://manofmany.com/lifestyle/fitness/how-many-calories-should-you-eat-per-day-to-lose-weight
Be Active
Walking is an amazing workout. Just hit all of the needed points to get the most out of it.
https://www.verywellfit.com/things-to-stop-doing-to-walk-off-weight-3436879
Let's move!
5 rounds of 45-second long sets. Start your music!
http://www.intervaltimer.com/timers/8689335
Spiritual Health
I get it: 'mindfulness' is starting to be a jaded, over-used and still-rather-vague sort of a word. Meditating is weird. I get it. Nonetheless, I bet if you tried it, you might like it.
https://www.insidehook.com/article/health-and-fitness/how-to-achieve-mindfulness-without-having-to-actually-meditate
Mental & Emotional Health
Mental fatigue is not just wearing on your brain but also your physical well-being.
https://www.outsideonline.com/2411873/mental-fatigue-athletes-study-2020
Social Health
You know you SHOULD and COULD do something. But will you?
https://www.theguardian.com/science/2020/apr/05/walk-on-by-why-do-we-ignore-bad-behaviour
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I love this video. It helps me to realize that the best part about this parenting schtick is that every single person rocks it in their own way.
https://youtu.be/jenJ4_TlZcU
Happy Monday! Hope you are all keeping well and happy. Here’s my link for you: lego challenges. I know, I know, you’re thinking ‘Really? LEGO?’ But it this is fun for the whole family, and you’ll be surprised how challenging it can be. https://edition.cnn.com/2020/07/10/health/lego-summer-at-home-wellness/index.html
Do your green beans a big favor and roast them with this dressing. Your dinner plate will thank you.
https://www.heprecipe.com/post/green-beans-scallions-with-thai-style-vinaigrette
Good and bad impacts from this pandemic, this year, this experience for our kids. I think one could argue that the same could be said for big people, too. https://www.purewow.com/family/how-2020-will-change-our-children
For teen girls, sure. Words to live by as a mom. I dare say for teen boys, too, though.
https://www.scarymommy.com/teen-girls-wish-their-moms-knew/
New post: New post, new place, new community. Again.
https://www.healthyexpatparent.com/post/2020/08/20/untitled
Be your best, friends
S