What is work-life balance? Work-life balance is about creating a happy equilibrium in a person’s professional and personal lives so that they feel mentally healthy, happy, and fulfilled – and will thus be at their best for their work and home lives. If an individual is feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed, and/or experiencing physical … Read More
I love protein bites for a quick snack on the go. This Peanut Butter Balls snack recipe is a very basic recipe with lots of room for variation. You can make it with an alternative nut butter, like almond or cashew, but you may need to add in a little water and olive oil to … Read More
This Apple Chia Seed Pudding recipe is full of mood boosting nutrients and fiber which makes it the perfect breakfast meal or snack on the go. Makes 2 Servings INGREDIENTS 1 cup non-dairy unsweetened milk 1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/3 cup chia seeds Sliced apple (optional) DIRECTIONS … Read More
Salmon is full of Omega-3 fats and an excellent source of protein. The miso not only adds delicious flavor to the recipe but supports your gut health. This recipe cooks in no time so it’s perfect for an easy weeknight meal. Makes 4 Servings INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup yellow miso 2 tablespoons mirin (rice cooking wine) … Read More
This Spinach Orzo Risotto dinner recipe is the perfect side for your summer BBQ or an easy weeknight meal with fish or chicken. You can also add longer-cooking vegetables to the base such as carrots, bell peppers, or cauliflower. Makes 4 Servings INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup diced onion 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon olive oil … Read More
As the summer sun heats up, be sure to replenish last year’s supply of sunscreen and find a routine that will protect you and your family’s skin from harmful UV rays. Despite extensive research surrounding sun-induced skin damage, the 2020 RealSelf Sun Safety Report found that only 11 percent of Americans wear sunscreen daily, and … Read More
If you’re looking to give your body a physical and mental boost, look no further than a post-meal stroll. Research by sports scientists in this WellandGood.com article shows that there are multiple benefits to walking after a meal. Here is a synopsis of the article outlining the benefits of an after-dinner stroll. Improves Digestion The … Read More
Meditation is something that everyone can do. Anywhere. At any time. It is free to do and freeing for your mind, especially when in a stressful state. Your personal meditation can be just a few seconds or hours. It can be done on a busy subway train or in a quiet corner of your home. … Read More
As part of my commitment to helping professionals – specifically those in the legal profession – to create and lead healthy lifestyles, I am excited to be hosting a three-part live webcast series on wellness, presented by the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) and the Illinois Judges Association (IJA). Following are the topics and dates. … Read More
Eating a healthy diet is one key part to living a happy, healthy lifestyle. The other is managing stress. While there are foods that help you relax and reduce stress, research shows that mindfulness – or the “science of chill” – is a very effective way to further reduce your stress level and help keep … Read More
