Does anyone else avoid getting excited in order to avoid disappointment??? Disappointment is my least favorite emotion. Over the years I think I was disappointed too many times, and it shaped how I interact with the world now. My NATURAL state is immediate and irrational excitement about everything. The state I actually live in is… Continue reading Holding Back Feelings will Save You From Everyone but Yourself
Author: Amber Snow
Comparison is the Thief of Joy
The longer I am a coach, the less I think of what I’ve accomplished. Like, the less I think it’s noteworthy or special. Honestly I’ve almost gotten a little ashamed it’s not more. A fellow coach asked me a question last night and I realized that I’ve spent so much time comparing myself to… Continue reading Comparison is the Thief of Joy
3 Biggest Diet Tips to IGNORE!!!
I have been a coach for almost 6 years now, and I have heard some of the craziest things. Heck before I did this, I tried some crazy things. Now that I know better, I am always surprised at the things my clients tell me they’ve heard. I did some research on the top diet… Continue reading 3 Biggest Diet Tips to IGNORE!!!
The Journey IS the Destination.
Have you ever noticed that when we travel we never treat it like the point is to GET to the place we’re going? I’ve never heard of anyone planning a trip to Italy, getting to the airport, checking it off the bucket list, and going back home on the next flight. Heck most the time,… Continue reading The Journey IS the Destination.
Should You Stay the Same or Move Forward? The Energy Spent is the Same.
When I look at the timeline of when I got divorced, to this moment, I am amazed at how much more I’ve experienced in the last 7 years, than I ever would have if I hadn’t had the pain of my old life ending. I stayed so long, in a life that didn’t suit… Continue reading Should You Stay the Same or Move Forward? The Energy Spent is the Same.
I Choose LOVE. #PrayforOrlando
Last night before bed, I just sort of sighed to my husband that I was sad. I didn’t find any joy in any of my regular things. Church, yoga, cooking, etc were all covered in a quiet sadness. Of course he asked why. I was just so shaken that one person could… Continue reading I Choose LOVE. #PrayforOrlando
Everyone You’ve Ever Met is Frozen in Time
A friend of mine, who I at one point considered myself to be extremely close with, shared a photo on my Facebook timeline the other day. I’ve been thinking about it ever since. When I saw it I laughed, it was funny, and I’m always up for a good cuss word LOL. Then I realized… Continue reading Everyone You’ve Ever Met is Frozen in Time
Paleo Egg Roll in a Bowl
Sausage Egg Roll In A Bowl Ingredients: 1 pound ground pork sausage 6 cups coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage 1/4 cup shredded carrots 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon ginger, minced 2 tablespoons coconut aminos 1/4 cup chopped green onions 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds. 1 tablespoon sesame oil Directions: Heat a large skillet over… Continue reading Paleo Egg Roll in a Bowl
10 “Healthy” Foods That May Be Fooling You
I started my fitness journey totally clueless. I took the tiniest baby steps toward healthier choices and did what I thought was best. I still stand by the fact that it is OKAY to do that as a starting point. You don’t have to be an expert all at once. I started out swapping in… Continue reading 10 “Healthy” Foods That May Be Fooling You
10 Best Tips for a Healthier Summer Holiday
Memorial Day tends to mark the beginning of Summer travel. The first 3 day weekend of good weather, many kids are out of school, and the need to shake of a long winter and spring is clear. Before losing over 100 pounds, I used these weekends as total free-for-alls. Drinks, food, skipping workouts, not drinking… Continue reading 10 Best Tips for a Healthier Summer Holiday