January 2010 Blog Posts (32)

You Don't Need a New Year's Resolution

For years I struggled with my weight.

Year after year, December after December (which happens to be my birth month as well) I would decide that this was it; this would be the year that I would lose the weight and regain control of my eating and my life. Well, like many other Americans I would start with all the hype and energy, convincing me and everyone that would listen that I was ready to do it. Day one came and I was able to stick to my guns, no sweat. Day two and maybe three,… Continue

Added by Maria Martinez on January 30, 2010 at 6:57pm — No Comments

7 FOUNDATIONS FOR A SERIOUS RELATIONSHIP

I am having the occasion to speak more and more about relationships and what is really important in them. My advice to anyone thinking about getting into a serious romantic relationship is that while opposites may attract, there are some opposites which will quickly degenerate into major problems. On a few certain issues, your approaches need to be, if not identical, at least compatible with your partner or you are setting both you and your significant other up for a never-ending series of… Continue

Added by J. Lenora Bresler on January 30, 2010 at 11:30am — No Comments

Creating a Vision for Your Child's Childhood Memories

Recently I was hired to conduct training for child care center directors. One of the things I was asked to facilitate was their visioning process in which they created one-sentence vision statements for their centers. It was a fascinating process as they remembered the favorite memories from their own childhoods and extrapolated those memories into portraits of centers that would create those same kinds of meaningful memories for their current students and families. As I was sitting there… Continue

Added by J. Lenora Bresler on January 29, 2010 at 11:41am — No Comments

The 7-Steps to Changing Anything in Your Life

By Habib Wicks and Joshua Wayne, MA

I wish I could say I penned this. But I can't.

However, I thought it so significant that I wanted all of you to be able to benefit from it, as is.

Somehow, we feel we are paralyzed to make positive changes in our lives. We aren't. We just need to know how!

Currently we have 100 individuals participating in an 8 week transformation event called, Lean Out… Continue

Added by Whitney Cabrera on January 28, 2010 at 12:30pm — 2 Comments

How to Decorate a Child's Room and Love The Results!

Parents and children rarely have the same decorating tastes when the time comes to redo a child’s room. But don't worry – with a few tricks, you can create a stylish bedroom that is fun and functional for your child.

"Your child's bedroom is the one room in the house they call their own," says Jeff Nokkeo, academic director for Interior Design at The Art Institute of California – San Francisco. "Allowing your child to create a sense of… Continue

Added by Woman to Woman Magazine on January 24, 2010 at 8:00pm — No Comments

Winter Travel Tips: Take a Powder!

Skiers and snowboarders are an enthusiastic bunch. Even during last year's recession, more than 57 million people hit the slopes during the 2008-2009 season, according to the National Ski Association. And with record snowfall recorded throughout North America and the Winter Olympics starting in mid February, this season is slated to be even bigger.

But even the die-hard skiers want to find the best deal this ski season. Here is a list of… Continue

Added by Woman to Woman Magazine on January 24, 2010 at 7:30pm — No Comments

Fashion 101 with Stacy London

Stacy London of TLC's "What Not to Wear" offers her advice for springtime fashion.

When it comes to finding a new look this spring, it's less about spending and more about closet creativity. According to fashion expert and host of TLC's "What Not To Wear," Stacy London, "this season, use the basic rules of fashion and fabric care to re-create spring's hottest looks."

Fashion basic 101: Shop your closet first. You may… Continue

Added by Woman to Woman Magazine on January 24, 2010 at 7:30pm — No Comments

Cyberbullying and Your Teen

Cyberbullying is a serious safety concern for parents today.

According to the National Council of Juvenile Court Judges, each year nearly 3.2 million students are victims of online bullying, a serious Internet safety concern. To address these issues, Boys & Girls Clubs of America has partnered with Sprint to promote online safety resources for teens and parents.

Sprint's 4NetSafety program aims to open the lines of… Continue

Added by Woman to Woman Magazine on January 24, 2010 at 7:00pm — No Comments

Relationship Tip of the Week: Take a Tip from Conan

I don’t normally watch late night television, but after all the hoopla about NBC replacing Conan O’Brien as the Tonight Show host, I tuned in for his last couple of shows. What I viewed was an example of what Relational Life Therapists like myself refer to as "relational living." On Thursday’s show, there was great fun at the expense of NBC. But on Conan’s last night as the Tonight Show host, he became serious. He expressed gratitude for his twenty… Continue

Added by Amy Warren on January 24, 2010 at 6:58pm — 2 Comments

Tips for Your Next Winery Visit

I will be making a visit to the California wine country soon and I thought I should share some tips with you regarding tasting tours. Though my trip will be focusing on finding some new gems for everyone, many of the same tips will apply.

Organize Your Visit

Select both large and small wineries to visit. This will give a perspective of what’s out there. Plan on selecting three to five winery’s per day. Two in the morning, one at lunch and two in the afternoon, this will… Continue

Added by Ric Reed on January 22, 2010 at 11:00am — No Comments

HAVE MORE SUBSTANTIVE CONVERSATIONS WITH YOUR KIDS

One of the best educations a child can receive is a classical education. It is the training that the ancient Greeks received, as well as the Italian nobles of the Renaisaance and America's Founding Fathers. A classical education focuses on the three things which were considered to be the reason for and thus the focus of education up until the 1800s: truth, virtue, and beauty. This is in contrast to today's modern education system which focuses on knowledge as a conduit to a profitable… Continue

Added by J. Lenora Bresler on January 22, 2010 at 9:08am — 1 Comment

Detoxing? Is it healthy?

Detoxing is a popular concept.

All of my 120 Lean Out Lakeland Contestants are currently on "detox week". I challenge ALL of my clients to begin their training with me by following very strict eating parameters to get the ball rolling for all of the changes they are fixing to experience.

Do you need a special “miracle-cleansing” product to really “do it right”?

My short answer is “no.”

Your body was designed to “detox” itself with real food and NO… Continue

Added by Whitney Cabrera on January 21, 2010 at 4:27pm — 5 Comments

As the relationship changes, so do the Valentine's Day gifts

(ARA) - Do red roses mean more than you're willing to admit? Does the jewelry you're giving your loved one send the correct message? What is the appropriate gift to show your mother that you love her on Valentine's Day?

As the holiday of love quickly approaches, many of us are trying to find the right gifts for our loved ones. For new couples, maybe a gift of red roses in full bloom, which means "I love you," isn't what the man is ready to give, or the woman is ready to receive. For… Continue

Added by Woman to Woman Magazine on January 20, 2010 at 6:30am — No Comments

Better Business Development: New Goals for a New Year

(ARA) - For many small businesses who weathered the economic storm in 2009, 2010 represents a new beginning to return to growth and jump-start projects put on hold during the recession. Goal setting will be critical to help small businesses get back on their feet, map out their business plans and prioritize what they wish to achieve in the upcoming year.

Accomplishing these goals once workers are back into the daily grind, with deadlines looming and clients calling, is easier said… Continue

Added by Woman to Woman Magazine on January 20, 2010 at 6:30am — No Comments

9 Ways to Avoid Business Lunch Blunders

Sadly, very few people, from the lowest workers to the top executives, know the ins and outs of etiquette for business lunches. Simple things that their mom probably taught them when they were growing up at home have been forgotten, and business universities are apparently not teaching business etiquette. Here are some tips to give you confidence, and help you avoid the typical blunders.

Remember that a business lunch is just that, business. It's not a time to flirt, drink heavily,… Continue

Added by Woman to Woman Magazine on January 20, 2010 at 6:30am — No Comments

The Ultimate Hard Body Exercise!

It's all about being fit, feeling strong and leading a healthy, authentic life!

What exercise will get you there the fastest?

My personal opinion is the bicep curl that brings the fork to your lips

BUT, if I had to choose only ONE exercise to do the rest of my life? It would be a Squat or a Lunge.

If you’ve spent any time with me personal training or in our Strategic Boot Camp program, or our newly begun Lean Out Lakeland, you have experienced… Continue

Added by Whitney Cabrera on January 19, 2010 at 10:00am — 2 Comments

Together- we can make a difference in Haiti!

Senior Helpers of Polk County is committed to contributing to the rebuilding and recovery of Haiti after the deadly earthquake. Senior Helpers of Polk County will contribute $50 to the American Red Cross for each new client starting services January 18 through February 28, 2010. By signing up for services with Senior Helpers, not only are your loved ones receiving the care they need to continue to live independently at home, you will also be helping the residents of Haiti as they rebuild their… Continue

Added by Senior Helpers on January 18, 2010 at 11:48am — No Comments

Parenting Styles: What Type Are You?

Parenting is a great word – one that evokes both immense joy and fear. You cannot feel the joy without having foreboding thoughts about whether you would be able to handle the huge responsibility that God has entrusted you with. Can I be a good parent? This is one of the questions on the top of every parent’s head; no matter how self-assured they look.

What Parenting Method Is the Best?

There are four major types of parenting,… Continue

Added by Woman to Woman Magazine on January 17, 2010 at 6:30am — No Comments

5 Choices That Can Create Happiness

All of us have met people who just seem to be happy most of the time. Perhaps you have assumed that these people are just naturally happy, or that they are the lucky people who have an easy life, or they had really loving parents. Most of the time, nothing could be farther from the truth.

Happy people are making specific choices regarding their thinking and behavior. Happy people consciously choose to think and behave in ways that result in… Continue

Added by Woman to Woman Magazine on January 17, 2010 at 6:30am — No Comments

Diet Myths Busted!

(ARA) - It's not too late to resolve to live a healthier lifestyle in 2010. The road to sustainable weight loss can begin when you get rid of weight loss myths that might be standing in your way.

For all the good information out there on how to improve your health, there are a lot of weight loss myths that continue to circulate. Weight Watchers, the world's leading provider of weight management services, debunks some of the most common and… Continue

Added by Woman to Woman Magazine on January 17, 2010 at 6:30am — 1 Comment