Embracing Simplicity: The Act of Slowing Down
Remember the old saying "When the student is ready, the teacher appears?" ... I feel like I'm constantly being reminded of that saying...
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Derek
- Aug 8
- 3 min
Strong Foundation: Positive Health Practices
Remember "back in the day" when you felt off and it was simply "just an off" day and nothing more? Remember when you didn't instantly...
Derek
- Aug 2
- 3 min
Seven Things my Most Successful Clients Do
I'm most likely preaching to the choir here, as most likely those of you reading this are already doing most of these things. However, I...
Derek
- Jul 25
- 3 min
Recharge Time can be a Great Reminder of... Time
This past weekend we enjoyed some time at our family cottage. I told my wife, this weekend just seemed extra relaxing for some reason. ...
Derek
- Jul 20
- 3 min
Client Stories: Experiencing what Life Brings
A long time client of mine shared a few things over the past two weeks that some of us would... a) Take for granted b) Not even recognize...
Derek
- Jul 12
- 3 min
Health When Time Doesn't Matter
Time is something we wish we had more of in many ways. We try to cram so much into our days it feels like a never ending battle to "get...
Derek
- Jul 6
- 3 min
The Forgotten Element of Healthy Living
Social media, the news, 'The Google', the man/woman at the gym and so many more sources of a mix-mash of health information always remind...
Derek
- Jul 4
- 4 min
2 of the Deadliest phrases when it comes to our Health
There are so many great quotes and pieces of information in Pilar Gerasimo's book, The Healthy Deviant. The above is no exception. I...
Derek
- Jun 9
- 4 min
"Little and Often"
The other day I read an excellent article from Dr John Berardi regarding stress and men's health. Within that article was something that...
Derek
- Jun 6
- 3 min
Client Stories: "Action Precedes Motivation"
"Action Precedes Motivation" Understanding these words are the absolute most powerful tool in your health toolbox. You can say this or...
Derek
- May 18
- 5 min
The Argument for "Chunks of Time"
"I don't have time" is one of the primary reasons for not getting enough activity in our days. Here's the thing; I've been working in...
Derek
- May 16
- 3 min
Simplicity for the WIN!
One of our worst barriers can be overthinking. We were discussing that very topic last night in our women's health and lifestyle group. ...
Derek
- May 2
- 4 min
When YOU are Last...
Recently, I've had several reminders of the state of our health as a society (locally and beyond). And it all comes down to putting...
Derek
- Apr 26
- 3 min
"Over-Committing" and a Respectful Decision
Lately I've been aware of the "over-committing" issue a fair bit. It's reminded me what so many people are in need of (without always...
Derek
- Apr 25
- 2 min
I'm Disgusted and Tired
I'm currently reading, Pilar Gerasimo's book "The Healthy Deviant" and loving every word of it (and I've only scratched the surface). It...
Derek
- Apr 4
- 2 min
Information is only good if you USE it
A long time client of mine discussed the past few sessions, articles that she's read online regarding suggestions such as "stretches for...
Derek
- Apr 3
- 4 min
Low Energy + Pushing Yourself = Counterproductive
We've all been there. We've all done it. Something or many things are zapping our energy levels, yet we feel we need to push ourselves...
Derek
- Mar 24
- 2 min
Mind-Shift and Health
I have something different for you here. A little conversation. Let's call this an audio blog. This conversation discusses movement and...
Derek
- Mar 23
- 3 min
Take Control of YOUrself
I shared this little story in our private Facebook group, Zenergy Health & Lifestyle. It's such a wonderful example of a common theme,...
Derek
- Mar 22
- 2 min
What you "Should" be doing...
I had a conversation this morning with a client about someone we both know. This person recently learned she has some arthritis....
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