5 Strategies for Holiday Peace and Joy
5 Strategies for Holiday Peace and Joy by Jackie Foskett, CH The holidays can be a wonderful time marked by gatherings with family and friends, great food and the spirit of giving. But who hasn’t experienced an overload of such good cheer? If you find yourself feeling more stressed than celebratory, don’t despair. You can feel calm, joyous and in control—while still making merry. The five powerful strategies below come from my recent workshop “De-Stress and Love Your Holidays.” Pick one or two that resonate with your needs this season, or use them all. Break…
How to Keep on the Path of Health and Wellness
How to Keep on the Path of Health and Wellness by Jackie Foskett, CH Last month, I introduced using simple Breathwork to release a stressful moment and/or gain a feeling of calmness for your health and well being. I also discussed portion sizes and simple ways to get movement into your life for overall health and wellness. So, how do you keep walking this path? How do you remember to BREATHE when in need of calming or stick to the appropriate portion for healthy eating? How do you keep your body moving regularly and easily?…
Hungry? Stuffed? How Do You Know?
Hungry? Stuffed? How Do You Know? by Jackie Foskett, CH A common challenge I hear from clients entering my Weight Release program is about overeating, or eating when not really hungry. Besides for the emotions that may be driving the unwanted behavior, and using hypnotherapy to assist in getting to the source and making the appropriate changes, you can use a very simple method to begin to know where you are on the hunger verses stuffed scale ! Imagine a Gauge This technique requires you to simply STOP and tune in to your body. Imagine…
It’s About You!
It’s About You! by Jackie Foskett, CH So, how are YOU doing halfway through 2006? Are you feeling fulfilled? Or are you feeling tired? Wishing you had more time? What about those New Year’s resolutions? Still looking to get rid of those extra pounds gained from the year before? Wanting more play time? Wanting more sleep? Wanting more time with family? Meaning to choose healthier foods to eat, but?..I’m imagining the list could go on if you, like so many of us who live fast paced lives, tend to put YOU last on your list…
What is a Portion Anyway?
What is a Portion Anyway? by Jackie Foskett, CH In the arena of weight loss or, as I think of it, weight release , it’s important to understand what a portion is. Overeating is a common problem and many of my Weight Release clients come to their first session aware that their portions are out of control. Although they may be eating healthy foods, they are consuming too much for the body to burn off and are therefore unable to release excess fat and weight. One of the keys to weight loss is portion control—a…
Affirmations for Self-Hypnosis
Affirmations for Self-Hypnosis by Jackie Foskett, CH Use any of these affirmations during your self-hypnosis exercise, or feel free to create your own. I am learning to relax more & more every day. I have deep freedom from the past. I trust myself to discover what to do. I am using the powerful inner levels of my mind. I am filled with confidence. I nourish myself with healthy foods. I nurture myself completely. I take good care of myself. I treat myself with respect. I move my body for my well being. I pay attention…