This is part 3 of the Thrive Thru the Holidays series. I've shared everyday food tips for eating healthy thru the season as well as food survival tips for holiday parties and family gatherings. Today, the focus is on stress. You know it and I know it. The holidays can be a busy, stressful time. … [Read more...]
Thrive Thru the Holidays: at Parties & Family Gatherings
In the first article of this series, I talked about simple actions you can take every day to help you manage holiday food temptations that are all around us during this season. Don't get me wrong. I'm not suggesting that you not enjoy some of your holiday favorites. We are celebrating after all! It … [Read more...]
Thrive Thru the Holidays: Food Survival Tips
Let's face it. Many of us just accept the fact that the Holidays are full of food temptation and challenging social situations. We tell ourselves that we're going to feel stressed and gain weight. We do this knowing full well that come January 1, we're going to regret it, resolve to do better, and … [Read more...]
Create Your Own Treadmill Desk
I recently wrote an article about Standing: a New Model for Physical Activity. Well, if standing is better than sitting, walking is better than standing! Here at Inspired Life and Wellness, I work out of my home in a dedicated office. But the video, above, was filmed from my family room where I … [Read more...]
Why Your Optometrist Cares About Antioxidants and You Should Too
Antioxidants. We’ve all heard of them. They’re substances found in certain foods that protect our body from damage caused by free radicals, which are unstable molecules that destroy cells and play a role in many diseases. Can you say anti-aging? What do these antioxidants have to do with your … [Read more...]
Ginger Berry Smoothie
I love my smoothies! It's how I start my day, every day. They taste great and they're the perfect way to pack in more fruits and veggies. Having a smoothie everyday is an ideal way to start adding in more plant-based foods if you're not used to eating that way. Other Benefits of a Daily … [Read more...]
How to Eat Healthy When Traveling (even with food sensitivities)
Whether you travel for work or vacation, it can be tricky business to eat healthy whole foods when you’re running through airports, hopping between airplanes or driving cross-country. It’s especially true when you have food sensitivities like I do. My food sensitivity challenge: no gluten, dairy, … [Read more...]
Avoid the Midday Slump and Stay Productive
It’s coming. You can feel it. You’re trying desperately to will it away, but, by 3:00pm you’re exhausted. You’ve completely lost steam. The thought of striking the letters on your computer keyboard seems like a daunting task. You can’t imagine how you’ll keep your eyes open during yet another … [Read more...]
Standing: a New Model for Physical Activity
You may not realize it, but the average American sits anywhere from 7.7 to 15 hours a day without moving. Think about it. From the time we spend in the car commuting here and there, to the time we spend at our desks each day, and the time we spend in front of a TV screen or sleeping at night... … [Read more...]
The “Secret” to Health You Already Know
I want to let you in on something I quickly learned when I first started working one-on-one with people who want to make their health and wellness a priority, people who are sick of feeling less than amazing, and people who are confused about who to listen to for advice. The secret? Most of us … [Read more...]
Julie Smith is a certified Life Coach, Leadership Coach and Health Coach. She empowers others to create calm and clarity through work and life transitions. Together, they build confidence, create postive change, and greater well-being so they can lead themselves and the organizations and families they serve. Her clients include purpose-driven professionals, leaders and organizations. 
