Whole Health Partners’ Blog
Reframing Your Thoughts for Weight Loss
Reframing our mindset is crucial for sustainable health and weight loss. We can guide patients toward effective strategies by helping them become more aware of their body and mind’s sensations as they implement changes. Our self-talk plays a significant role; negative thoughts can hinder progress, while positive affirmations can empower.
Desk Yoga: 7 Stretches to Relieve Work-Related Tension
We know many of you spend long hours at your desk, which can lead to tension and discomfort. That's why we're bringing desk yoga right to your workspace! These simple stretches can help ease stiffness, improve circulation, and boost your mood - all without leaving your chair.
Why Can't I stay Focused On My Goals?
Have you ever found yourself veering off course from your health goals? It's easy to get sidetracked by Temptations, Rebel against healthy habits, Accommodate unhealthy choices, or strive for Perfection.
These decision disruptors are collectively known as TRAP, and they can derail even the most determined individuals.
Let's explore each of these disruptors in detail, and discuss strategies to overcome them.
Health Heroes: Unveiling the Power of Backup Plans for Your Wellness Journey
In the pursuit of health and wellness, it's always good to have a plan. However, as we all know, life is unpredictable, and obstacles or challenges are inevitable. That's why it's essential to have contingency plans in place. Having a Plan B, and maybe even a Plan C, can make all the difference when striving to achieve your health goals.
Nurturing a Growth Mindset for Optimal Health and Wellbeing
Have you heard the term growth mindset? It's often used in the context of personal or career development, learning, and success. However, this powerful mindset also plays a crucial role in shaping our health and overall well-being.
And by adopting a growth mindset in the context of health, we can transform the way we approach challenges, setbacks, and self-improvement, leading to a happier, healthier life.
Unleash the Power of Social Support to Crush your Health Goals
Why are friends are so important to your physical and mental health?
We all need a friend. But our close relationships aren’t just about making us feel good—or having someone to share your burdens. In fact, strong social connections can result in significantly reduced risk of Type 2 Diabetes, and many other health benefits too.
How 30 Minutes a Day can Positively Effect Nearly every Bodily System
The benefits of walking are well known. Even just 30 minutes of walking a day will positively affect nearly every bodily system. Even better news? If 30 minutes sounds too hard to squeeze in, breaking up that walk into 10 or 15-minute segments provides the same health benefits!
Your Secret Weapon in the Fight Against Stress
We all know that stress can impact our sleep. But did you also know that a lack of sleep can make your stress worse?
That’s right. It’s a vicious cycle. When we’re stressed, elevated cortisol levels— a hormone that stimulates alertness and vigilance—lead to elevated heart rate and blood pressure. That, in turn, can disrupt our natural sleep and relaxation patterns.
How to Find Joy in Everyday Movement (Yes, Joy!)
At Whole Health Partners, we believe that you don’t need to overthink exercise. Joyful, healthy movement can encompass so much more than traditional sports or fitness routines. (Yes, even walking to a restaurant counts!)
This is why we often make physical movement a secondary goal, after tackling more complex things like nutrition and sleep with our patients.
Can a Good Friend Lead to Better Health?
Do you have a specific person in mind when you hear the term ‘good friend?’
We’re talking about someone who’s there for you, regardless of whatever is going on for them. Someone who encourages you, and finds the good qualities that you have a hard time seeing in yourself.