Be your best #372

Susie Csorsz Brown
Aug 8
2 min read

“I don’t think we talk enough about the in-betweens. The part when you know you want to change something but don’t yet know how, don’t yet feel strong enough, don’t yet know what your first step is.

So to the people in the in-betweens, don’t be disheartened, don’t give up. You’ve done the hard part. Now just take it one small step at a time." ~ Ally Islia

Posts from HealthyExpatParent.com/Facebook

What’s up on the Big Purple Blob: Episodes from July as well as recent episodes supporting TCK (Third Culture Kids) as they transition through life’s challenges as well as to life in the U.S. https://www.healthyexpatparent.com/post/what-s-up-on-the-big-purple-blob-9

Happy Monday! Link for you today: Because the gift of quality time together is priceless. A novelty bag full of plastic crap is headed for the garbage bin. Gift your child and family something that really matters, and help them learn that a celebration with friends is much better than a load of presents.

https://www.positive.news/society/tats-enough-the-no-crap-parties-movement/

New recipe: This is the sauce you’ll want on everything. Or, this is the dip you’ll want with everything. Made with ingredients you probably already have on hand, and suuuupper tasty, this one is a keeper. Hope you try it! https://www.heprecipe.com/post/miso-ginger-sauce-dressing

An outstanding effort on a state level that will help focus on the mental well-being of young people. Way to go, Illinois! Let’s advocate for other states to follow this example!

https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/illinois-1st-state-require-student-mental-health-screenings-124275407 ?

A tool that helps with parenting and other situations (read: how to keep my fixer tendencies in line so other people can take care of themselves): https://www.healthyexpatparent.com/post/3-h-s

Wellness News Around the 'Net

Physical Health

Eat Well

Suggestions for drinking and snacking that are realistic and doable.

https://katiecouric.com/health/nutrition/how-to-eat-healthier/?

Be Active

Holy crap, it is hard to stay active and keep fit while parenting. So hard. Some help?

https://www.menshealth.com/fitness/a63588898/how-to-stay-fit-after-having-kids/?

Let's move!

Do you have long bands? Now is the time to grab them and we're going to work your legs and core. Ready? Start your music!

https://www.intervaltimer.com/shared/IEZtuTfLvES5rwRNRREe-Bands-+-Legs-+-Core

Spiritual Health