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"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 Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Apr 26, 20233 min read


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 Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Apr 25, 20232 min read


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 Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Apr 4, 20232 min read


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 Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Apr 3, 20234 min read


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 Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Mar 24, 20232 min read


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 Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Mar 23, 20233 min read


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....

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Mar 22, 20232 min read


What Once Worked, May Not Work Now
"I used to do 'x' and it worked..." "I used to eat 'y' and it worked..." Common conversations when people are getting back to focusing on...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Mar 9, 20235 min read


Narrow your Focus
Recently, I've taken over a long time women's weight loss group in our area. The group is now down to 12 women, some of whom have been...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Mar 7, 20234 min read


50 posts on the Zen Blog!!
I just realized a few minutes ago, that I've written 50 posts on the Zen Blog since revamping it in 2021. Wow! How'd that happen?! Have...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Feb 27, 20232 min read


Weather is NOT the Issue
I've eluded in a past post that "the weather" is not a good reason to not get outside (most of the time). We get good at using that as...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Feb 22, 20235 min read


A Funny, but True Statement
This statement could not be more funny... and sadly... true: Welcome to the 'joy' of entrepreneurship! *Actually as I think about this,...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Feb 22, 20233 min read


Client Story: Try ... But not too Hard
A client story from a proud Coach: I've shared stories about this client before in our Facebook group and YouTube channel for various...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Feb 17, 20233 min read


A Barrier that can be Taken Down
I'm 3/4 of the way through, Cal Newport's book "Deep Work" (2016). It's fantastic! Not only that, but think for a minute that Cal wrote...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Feb 16, 20235 min read


Insomnia & Simple Actions
Client Story from a proud coach... This client started working with me in November and it's been an absolute pleasure to have her a part...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Feb 10, 20233 min read


Giving a Number Less Emphasis and Power: A Client Story
Human beings are data driven beings now aren't we? Numbers are all around us in our world; finances, business, lifestyle (bills,...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Feb 10, 20233 min read


Learning is REAL ~ Failure is a MYTH
Mr B.B. King said it himself... Those are some powerful words, Mr King. Let them settle with you for a minute. WHATEVER you learn is...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jan 27, 20233 min read


It's Ok to be Satisfied
I've had two very cool things happen today with two seperate people, and both situations were reminders that it's ok to be happy with...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jan 25, 20233 min read


Creatures of Habit
Human beings are creatures of habit without question. Quite often, our habits build so slowly and progressively, that over time we don't...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jan 23, 20233 min read


Improve your Health with the GSPA Model
Yep. GSPA. Not sure how to pronounce this acronym... but there its - GSPA. GSPA stands for: Goals ~ Skills ~ Practices ~ Actions This...

Derek Arsenault (CSEP-CPT, PN1)
Jan 19, 20232 min read
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