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The Arrival

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:April 2, 2011
Post category:Bonnie's Healthy Life Blog

The Arrival The day has finally arrived and I am excited beyond measure. I train for 8 straight days (many 12 hour days) in Indianapolis to complete my certification as a Natural Health Professional. I’ll be surrounded by amazing instructors and students from all over the world. This will signify another important phase of my incredible journey as a wellness professional. I can’t even imagine the doors that this will open with the education I receive not only from the instructors but from my fellow students/colleagues. My new business cards have already been printed so my only option is to succeed. It was an uneventful drive to Indianapolis…

Time Management Tips for Cancer Prevention

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:March 27, 2011
Post category:Health Issues

First Things First is a self-help book by Stephen Covey focused on time management and holistic life balance. This 1995 book has always played an important part of my life as I try to live by the philosophy it teaches of sorting tasks and projects into Quadrants. This diagram has been a part of my planner for years to review daily (or at least that is my goal!). Reviewing this page today revealed a perfect analogy between cancer (or other health issues) and time management. Most of us spend our life in Quadrant III which is considered the Not Urgent and Not Important projects or tasks. Examples of the Quadrant III…

The Time Management and Cancer Correlation

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:March 27, 2011
Post category:Healthy Living

The Time Management and Cancer Correlation First Things First is a self-help book by Stephen Covey focused on time management and holistic life balance. This 1995 book has always played an important part of my life as I try to live by the philosophy it teaches of sorting tasks and projects into Quadrants. This diagram has been a part of my planner for years to review daily (or at least that is my goal!). Reviewing this page today revealed a perfect analogy between cancer (or other health issues) and time management. Most of us spend our life in Quadrant III which is considered the Not Urgent and Not Important projects or…

Struggling with Commitment

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:March 9, 2011
Post category:Healthy Living

Struggling with Commitment Jack Canfield, author of The Success Principles, said it so well. 99% is a Bit__ (my PG version is Bite); 100% is a Breeze. He also states that, “Successful people adhere to the “no exceptions rule” when It comes to their daily discipline. It has to do with making a commitment to someone or something. Do you make a decision when you arise each morning whether or not you will be faithful to your significant other? I doubt it. You made that commitment long ago and you just do it without having to think about it. If you forget to brush your teeth before you…

How to Break Poor Eating Habits

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:March 4, 2011
Post category:Healthy Living

I’ve realized through coaching that weight-loss is more about habits than anything else. It is about breaking old habits and replacing with new. With food and eating, some are so deeply ingrained that they are hard to recognize. One of my habits is grabbing “a little something sweet” after lunch and/or dinner. I met my hubby for lunch and he had a chocolate chip cookie sitting on his plate for dessert. I automatically reached over and started to break off a piece like I normally would. I realized what I was doing and retracted the action. So, he graciously broke the cookie in half and handed it to…

How to Break Bad Eating Habits

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:March 4, 2011
Post category:Healthy Living

How to Break Bad Eating Habits I’ve realized through coaching that weight-loss is more about habits than anything else. It is about breaking old habits and replacing with new. With food and eating, some are so deeply ingrained that they are hard to recognize. One of my habits is grabbing “a little something sweet” after lunch and/or dinner. I met my hubby for lunch and he had a chocolate chip cookie sitting on his plate for dessert. I automatically reached over and started to break off a piece like I normally would. I realized what I was doing and retracted the action. So, he graciously broke the cookie…

Weight-Loss Tips for Women Over 40

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:March 3, 2011
Post category:Health Issues

Losing weight can be tricky, especially for women as we approach mid-life. So I've put together my top weight-loss tips for women over 40. As we get older, our metabolism tends to slow down, making it easier to gain weight and harder to lose it. But don’t worry! Here are some simple tips to help you out. Eat Healthy One of the most important things you can do is to eat a healthy diet. Fill your plate with lots of fruits, vegetables, lean meats, and whole grains. These foods give you the nutrients you need without too many calories. Try to include a variety of colors on your…

Benefits of Sharing Your Wellness Goals Publicly

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:March 3, 2011
Post category:Healthy Living

Benefits of Sharing Your Wellness Goals Publicly Today I announce my goals publicly. Stating your goals publicly helps ensure you will complete them. I want you to help hold me accountable. Cheer me on when I succeed and hold me accountable for my actions when I do not. Why? Well, confession time. I’ve gained around 7 pounds over the past few months—yikes! Challenge? I have a bad habit of thinking I need to eat to stay warm in the winter. Poor excuse? Absolutely, but it is mine! Some may find it hard to believe but I am human when it comes to my eating habits. I like…

Artichoke, Edamame and Asparagus Salad

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:February 9, 2011
Post category:Healthy Recipes

Artichoke, Edamame and Asparagus Salad With a light citrus dressing this mix of asparagus, artichokes and edamame is to die for! Recipe developed by Sandy Gluck. Ingredients: 1 Garlic clove, peeled and halved lengthwise 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 can or 14 oz of artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained, blotted dry and quartered 1 cup of frozen shelled Organic edamame (green soybeans) 1 pound medium asparagus, tough ends removed and cut diagonally into thirds 1 ounce (about 2/3) of shaved Parmesan cheese Directions: Rub the inside of a large salad bowl with cut…

Busyness is Based in Fear

Post author:Bonnie Schnautz
Post published:January 11, 2011
Post category:Health Issues

I recently listened to an audio (How Did I Get So Busy) by Valorie Burton that really moved me. It was an aha moment learning that busyness is based in fear. My goal this year is, believe it or not, to do LESS. Don't get me wrong, I want to help more people but want to find ways of reaching more without overextending myself in the process. I have come to the conclusion that if I don't practice self-care, I will not be able to serve those who need it most. Busyness is often based on fear. I heard the words but never really equated busyness with fear.…