Intro to 2020. What I did over the holidays. Seasonal Affective Disorder; why New Years matters – myth that must subscribe to calendar // stages of growth: creation, homeostasis, destruction
New Years resolutions // past>buy wild and local this year> use up stuff
Using our daily body clock to have the best mind/body success // losing weight in NY > set realistic short term goals (give up soft drinks this week), keep moving from that// if eating for emotional reasons – make sure eating for right reasons>mindful meditation//losing weight: not going to find a quick fix//plan to fail as try to change habits // don’t throw in towel if have a relapse // sleeping and eating seriously affect moods
How to become more digitally well // overuse effects self esteeBetter digital habits Cont’d // health habits contagious // turn off sounds ringer and vibration / get rid of phones at mealtimes / turn off notifications / put timers on//Caroline Maguire, personal coach, teacher, speaker, and author, “Why Will No One Play With Me? The Play Better Plan”
Dealing with SAD>people with depression feel better when listening to sad music // the power of “YET”