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It's day 10 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . As this challenge winds down, focus on one mini habit that resonated with you over the past 9 days. Make a commitment to build on what you started. Remember, it doesn’t matter that your goal is small. You’re training your brain for success and building up to what you hope to ...
It's day 10 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . As this challenge winds down, focus on one mini habit that resonated with you over the past 9 days. Make a commitment to build on what you started. Remember, it doesn’t matter that your goal is small. You’re training your brain for success and building up to what you hope to ...
It's day 9 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Did you know people with a positive outlook are one-third less likely to suffer a cardiovascular event within five to 25 years compared to those with a negative outlook? Gratitude and positivity promote wellness. One study published by Harvard Health Publishing ...
It's day 9 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Did you know people with a positive outlook are one-third less likely to suffer a cardiovascular event within five to 25 years compared to those with a negative outlook? Gratitude and positivity promote wellness. One study published by Harvard Health Publishing ...
It's day 8 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Did you know that reading reduces risk of depression, Alzheimer’s disease, and stress levels? Reading can also help you become more empathetic, expand your vocabulary, and improve your focus and concentration. Immersing yourself in a good book makes your brain come alive . ...
It's day 8 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana. Did you know that reading reduces risk of depression, Alzheimer’s disease, and stress levels? Reading can also help you become more empathetic, expand your vocabulary, and improve your focus and concentration. Immersing yourself in a good book makes your brain come alive . ...
It's day 7 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Planning to make dinner tonight? Whenever you get a free moment (like while you wait for a pot of water to boil), try a standing push-up. Follow these steps: Stand about an arm’s length away from the kitchen counter. Put your hands on the edge of the counter and lean forward. ...
It's day 7 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Planning to make dinner tonight? Whenever you get a free moment (like while you wait for a pot of water to boil), try a standing push-up. Follow these steps: Stand about an arm’s length away from the kitchen counter. Put your hands on the edge of the counter and lean forward. ...
It's day 6 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Being connected all the time isn’t good for the mind and body. Studies show too much time spent on your phone, computer or tablet increases stress and disturbs sleep. This research found that technology use, for some people, is like addiction. That means it may be hard to ditch ...
It's day 6 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Being connected all the time isn’t good for the mind and body. Studies show too much time spent on your phone, computer or tablet increases stress and disturbs sleep. This research found that technology use, for some people, is like addiction. That means it may be hard to ditch ...
It's day 5 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Micro-habits are fantastic — instead of being overwhelmed by the big picture, you take it one small step at a time. Today, set aside a few minutes to do one, single squat. If you can do more than one, great! If you can’t, no problem. The goal is to do at least one Tomorrow, try two. Your ...
It's day 5 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Micro-habits are fantastic — instead of being overwhelmed by the big picture, you take it one small step at a time. Today, set aside a few minutes to do one, single squat. If you can do more than one, great! If you can’t, no problem. The goal is to do at least one Tomorrow, try two. Your ...
It's day 4 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Are cookies, cakes, specialty coffees, candy, or sodas your guilty pleasure? Today, skip a goody that you would normally consume. Instead of reaching for your afternoon soda or latte, redirect your attention to healthier choices such as walking around the building lobby, ...
It's day 4 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Are cookies, cakes, specialty coffees, candy, or sodas your guilty pleasure? Today, skip a goody that you would normally consume. Instead of reaching for your afternoon soda or latte, redirect your attention to healthier choices such as walking around the building lobby, ...
It's day 3 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Planks are one exercise that can be done quickly while working multiple areas of the body. By holding yourself in a plank position for 5, 10, 15 seconds (or however long you can hold), you’re working your: Biceps Neck Shoulder muscles Core Legs Give it a try today! Get down on ...
It's day 3 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Planks are one exercise that can be done quickly while working multiple areas of the body. By holding yourself in a plank position for 5, 10, 15 seconds (or however long you can hold), you’re working your: Biceps Neck Shoulder muscles Core Legs Give it a try today! Get down on ...
It's day 2 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Deep-breathing is beneficial in more ways than one . It reduces stress, cleanses the lungs, increases brain function, and promotes better sleep. Exercises like yoga and tai chi use proper breathing techniques as their foundation because they calm the mind and body. When you ...
It's day 2 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . Deep-breathing is beneficial in more ways than one . It reduces stress, cleanses the lungs, increases brain function, and promotes better sleep. Exercises like yoga and tai chi use proper breathing techniques as their foundation because they calm the mind and body. When you ...
It's day 1 of the Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana . If you watch television or are binging a series, get up and exercise during the commercials breaks and between episodes. What do you currently do during commercials? Do you tune them out with something else, like scrolling through social media? Or do you fast forward? Every ...
If you watch television or are binging a series, get up and exercise during the commercials breaks and between episodes. What do you currently do during commercials? Do you tune them out with something else, like scrolling through social media? Or do you fast forward? Every time those pesky ads start rolling, do an exercise instead. Try one of these ...
The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step - Lao Tzu Our next challenge, Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana will focus on the development of mini habits, which are small and achievable actions that build over time to help you reach your goals. Are you ready? To begin, it’s helpful to understand the structure of habits, which ...
The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step - Lao Tzu Our next challenge, Small Steps = Big Changes, powered by support from Humana will focus on the development of mini habits, which are small and achievable actions that build over time to help you reach your goals. Are you ready? To begin, it’s helpful to understand the structure of habits, which ...
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@tallantednurse same here!
I prefer my water room temperature the majority of the time. I do like my water cold in the summer months, though.
I took this time to Thank 25 people for their support and encouragement this year
Deb Stuart
I always have time alone with God before I start my day.
I enjoyed spending some time in the afternoon with George (my greyhound). I set aside 20 minutes to sit with him and refresh.