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Healthy Home with Sweet Tea and ShayShay, Northglenn, CO (2026)

01/01/2026

Man oh man do I have a busy schedule coming up! What have I been up to, you wonder? Great question! So I just recently got custody of my 14 year old son. After he got expelled from school 🙄. We have a hearing in a couple weeks where I won't contest anything and then I'm getting him into online schooling. Who has used online school for their children? Any suggestions or recommendations? Another thing, he has been va**ng. Since 6th grade apparently! Who has had success in getting their kids off of vapes? This last school apparently has a grant to educate kids on the dangers of va**ng and it didn't do anything. 🤦‍♀️
Last night he told me I was lame and he didn't want to hang out with me so I went to bed at 11:30. This morning I woke up to a letter from him apologizing about his attitude. Telling me he wants to quit va**ng. And telling me he's grateful for everything I do for him and his brother and he's going to try to show it more rather than just saying thank you. Plus he's going to try to be a better kid. Then his brother wrote me a similar letter. Then we made a list of all the things we are grateful for and all of our goals for 2026.
We did laundry and dishes, cleaned up the apartment, organized the whole kitchen and bathroom and made our lists. Now we're working on coming up with ideas and suggestions and solutions to accomplish those goals. I have a lot! Not just learning something new and exercising but keeping my credit score up, paying off a couple credit cards and my car, hopefully buying a house or a townhouse this year... I told the kids yesterday this is going to be the hardest year for us yet. Because we're putting these restrictions on ourselves. Last year was a lot of unexpected turmoil with my medical stuff and getting passed over for my promotion at work Plus getting custody of my son after 7 years. But this year I'm switching shifts so I can make more money, my son has a good itinerary on where he's going in life and how to get there, and I have a great outline on paying my debt off and achieving my goals this year. Big plans in the works for 2026 and for me I'm a list maker. So I hung up my whiteboard and made my list of chores for today. Tomorrow will be maintenance and some busy work for the kids while I'm putting in overtime. I'm glad my boys have seen how hard I fought and struggled in life so they know that things aren't just handed to them. They know what they have to do to get ahead in this world and they're willing to put in the work! They are humble and compassionate and even though they get out of pocket sometimes they're good kids with great brains. Sorry for the long post, just wanted to let everyone know what I've been up to and what our plans are for the next year. I think you're going to see a lot of great things from me going forward. At least I hope so! Wish me luck and I hope everyone gets the success and prosperity this year that they deserve. ❤️💋

11/03/2025

I just had the craziest déjà vu experience! I got into position in the bathroom mirror so I could do my road to recovery update. So I make a muscle and as I'm looking into the mirror I totally remembered this dream I had at least 6 months ago that I was stabbed in the stomach and I almost died. Then I started making these recovery posts about getting better and how I am almost back to 100%. I remember having that dream too. And waking up from it and thinking how the hell would I get stabbed in the stomach? That was a crazy dream! How wild 😳

10/10/2025

🎶 Turn it up — music is your instant mood boost!

Ever notice how the right song can flip your whole day around? That’s not just in your head — your brain actually releases dopamine, your natural “feel-good” chemical, when you listen to music you love.

🔥 Crank up your favorite playlist when you need motivation, confidence, or a burst of energy. Music pumps up your mindset, lowers stress, sharpens focus, and even gets your body moving — inside and out.

So go ahead — sing loud, dance harder, and feel alive.
Your power playlist is waiting to turn your day into something amazing. 🎧💪💥

💭 What song instantly puts you in a good mood? Drop it in the comments! When do you put your power jamz on? At the gym? During work? On your drive home?
For me - all of the above! But I keep my music categorically organized. 🤷🏻‍♀️ That makes me happy. 🥰

10/07/2025

The power of positive thinking is more than just “thinking happy thoughts” — it’s a mindset that shapes how you see the world, respond to challenges, and create opportunities in your life. When you focus on optimism, gratitude, and possibilities instead of fear and limitation, your brain, body, and environment all begin to respond differently.

Here’s how it works and why it’s powerful:

🌞 1. It rewires your brain.
💪 2. It improves your health.
❤️ 3. It strengthens resilience.
🌿 4. It attracts better outcomes.
✨ 5. It spreads to others.

You can strengthen positive thinking through small daily habits, such as:

Starting the day with gratitude (write 3 things you’re thankful for).
Replacing negative self-talk with affirmations (“I’m capable of handling this”).
Surrounding yourself with uplifting people and environments.
Practicing mindfulness or meditation to stay grounded.

Positive thinking isn’t about ignoring challenges — it’s about believing you can overcome them. The more you focus on what’s good, the more good you’ll attract.

✨ Start today: think positive, speak kindness, and watch your energy shift.

💬 What’s one positive thought or mantra that helps you stay grounded on tough days?

10/05/2025

Step Outside & Soak It In 🌿☀️

Sometimes the best therapy is a little sunshine and fresh air.
Getting outside each day — even for a few minutes — can do wonders for your body and mind.

🌞 Sunlight helps your body make vitamin D, boosts your mood, and keeps your sleep cycle balanced.
🍃 Fresh air clears your lungs, lowers stress, and refreshes your energy.
🌳 And being outdoors — walking, gardening, or just sitting quietly — helps you reconnect, refocus, and feel more grounded.

So today, take a moment to step outside.
Breathe deeply.
Let the sun warm your face, feel the breeze on your skin, and remind yourself that nature is medicine. 🌼

What’s your favorite way to enjoy the outdoors? Share a photo or drop it in the comments below! 🌤️💬

10/02/2025

STRETCHING!!!!!

🌅 Morning Stretches

Why: Wake up your muscles, increase blood flow, boost energy, and improve mobility for the day.
When: Right after you get out of bed or after brushing your teeth.

How to fit them in:
Keep it short (5–10 minutes).
Do simple moves like cat-cow, side bends, forward fold, hamstring stretch, and a few neck rolls.
Pair it with something you already do (coffee brewing, waiting for the shower to warm up).

🌙 Evening Stretches

Why: Calm your nervous system, release tension, and improve sleep quality.
When: 15–30 minutes before bed.

How to fit them in:
Turn it into part of your wind-down routine (after skincare, before reading).
Focus on slower, deeper stretches: child’s pose, seated forward fold, hip openers, shoulder/neck stretches.
Dim the lights or add calming music to signal relaxation.

🗓 Tips for Making It Stick

1. Stack habits – attach stretching to something you already do daily.
2. Start small – even 3–5 minutes is better than nothing.
3. Keep it visible – leave a yoga mat or towel where you’ll see it.
4. Make it enjoyable – stretch with a podcast, meditation app, or quiet music.

MY 2 CENTS:
I keep my yoga mat on the floor and I either set a timer for 20 minutes and do some stretches or some ABS exercises for 3 minutes. Or I do them for every commercial break or Amazon prime show break.

09/28/2025

🌿 Let’s Talk About Stress 🌿

Stress is something we all face — from work deadlines, family responsibilities, money worries, or even just the daily hustle of life. Our bodies react to stress with tension, racing thoughts, and sometimes even physical symptoms like headaches or fatigue.

✨ So what can we do in the moment?

Take a few deep, slow breaths (inhale through your nose, exhale through your mouth).

Step away for a quick walk or stretch.

Practice a “mini reset” by closing your eyes and focusing on one calming word or sound.

🏡 Free ways to combat stress at home & after work:

Turn on music that uplifts or soothes you 🎶

Get moving — even 10 minutes of stretching, dancing, or walking helps release tension 💪

Write it out — journaling clears the mind and releases bottled-up emotions ✍️

Step into nature — water your plants, sit outside, or open a window for fresh air 🌱

Laugh — watch something funny or call a friend who always makes you smile 😄

The goal isn’t to eliminate stress completely (that’s impossible!), but to learn how to manage it so it doesn’t take control of us. 💚

👉 What’s your favorite stress-relief go-to when life feels heavy?

09/17/2025

SMELLS!! They don’t just make the world more pleasant — they directly affect your nervous system, hormones, and even immune health. Using scents strategically (like aromatherapy) can improve mood, stress, sleep, and focus, while avoiding harmful or irritating odors is equally important for physical well-being. What are your favorite scents and why?

🔹 Effects on Mood & Emotions

Stress reduction: Scents like lavender, chamomile, and sandalwood can calm the nervous system, lowering cortisol (stress hormone) levels.

Energy & alertness: Peppermint, citrus (lemon, orange, grapefruit), and eucalyptus can boost alertness, focus, and mental clarity.

Happiness & comfort: Vanilla, rose, and jasmine often trigger feelings of warmth, safety, and happiness by stimulating dopamine and serotonin pathways.

Romantic & sensual effects: Musk, ylang-ylang, and certain spicy notes may increase arousal by activating emotional memory and pheromone responses.

🔹 Effects on the Body & Health

Immune function: Pleasant smells can reduce stress, which indirectly strengthens the immune system.

Respiratory impact: Strong chemical or polluted odors can irritate lungs, while eucalyptus and menthol-like scents can open airways and ease breathing.

Pain relief: Some scents (like lavender and rosemary) have been shown to reduce perception of pain through relaxation and distraction.

Appetite regulation:

Sweet smells (chocolate, vanilla, cinnamon) may increase cravings.

Peppermint and grapefruit may help curb appetite.

Sleep quality: Lavender, chamomile, and cedarwood can promote deeper sleep by activating parasympathetic (rest-and-digest) responses.

🔹 Psychological & Cognitive Effects

Memory & nostalgia: Smells are strongly tied to memory. A familiar scent can instantly trigger vivid emotions or recall forgotten experiences (“Proust effect”).

Concentration & productivity: Lemon and rosemary scents are linked to better focus, problem-solving, and accuracy in tasks.

Anxiety & depression relief: Pleasant scents can elevate mood and reduce anxiety through serotonin and dopamine regulation.

09/16/2025

Let's focus on physical activity. How can you integrate 20 to 60 minutes of exercise into your daily schedule? What barriers prevent you from exercising daily? Is it the financial burden of a gym membership? A personal trainer? The anxiety of going to the gym?

Here are some low-cost (or free!) motivation boosters and activities you can try this week to get your blood pumping:

🏃 Quick Movement Breaks

5-Minute Rule: Set a timer and move for 5 minutes (jumping jacks, squats, push-ups, dancing). It often turns into longer activity.

Walk & Talk: Take phone calls while walking around your house, outside, or even pacing at work.

Commercial Break Workout: Do a quick set of exercises whenever a show pauses—planks, wall sits, or stretches.

💪 No-Equipment Strength Moves

Bodyweight Circuit: Squats, push-ups, lunges, planks, tricep dips off the couch.

Chair Dips & Wall Sits: Great for arms and legs with just furniture you already have.

Stair Climbing: If you have stairs, go up and down for 5–10 minutes as a cardio burst.

🎶 Fun, Free Motivation Hacks

Dance It Out: Play a favorite song and dance like nobody’s watching—it boosts endorphins fast.

Gamify It: Set mini challenges (e.g., “20 squats before I open the fridge” or “10 pushups after checking email”).

Playlist Power: Create a hype playlist that makes you want to move.

🌞 Lifestyle Activity

Active Chores: Vacuuming, mopping, and gardening can count as exercise if you move with intention.

Park Workouts: Use benches for step-ups, push-ups, or tricep dips.

Walking Errands: Whenever possible, walk or bike instead of driving short distances.

🧠 Motivation Tricks

Habit Stacking: Attach movement to an existing habit (e.g., stretch while coffee brews).

Track Progress: Check off daily activity on a calendar—it feels rewarding. (I talked about this yesterday).

Buddy System: Invite a friend for accountability walks or challenges.

Accountability: post your progress online! At first people might ask you why you're doing it, but later they will ask you how you did it. 🥰

09/15/2025

Let's get this motivation party started! What's your magic trick to get out of bed in the morning? Besides the obvious - money, duh! What gets you pumped up to tackle those pesky projects you've been putting off? For me, it's all about making lists and crossing things off - it's like a treasure hunt for productivity! And, let's be real, adding something random to the list just for that sweet dopamine rush is the best.

Does morning exercise get you hyped? Do you hit the gym or get your sweat on at home? Do you need the gym vibe to get moving? What about caffeine - is coffee your BFF or do energy drinks get you going? Is it your sweet morning playlist that gets your blood flowing?

And, last but not least, what's your breakfast jam? Do you go for something healthy or treat yourself to something naughty? Does making your own breakfast or grabbing something on the go make a difference in your day?

09/04/2025

Well yesterday was a busy day! I had zero time to get to the gym but I did work out at home. I did some much-needed core exercises! I'm definitely sore today for it but it feels good! One day I won't wake up and be sore, I'll just be jacked! 😂
Yesterday was a very mentally taxing day! But productive ❤️ I think I've mentioned before all the phone calls that I have to make and doctor's visits that I have to follow up with and test results that I need to constantly check on etc. Here's what I did yesterday:

Wednesday
Eat breakfast
Make apt with peak for follow up on my work injury
Call dermatologist about getting my lipoma removed
Call Oregon HR to confirm back to work date
Call hematologist for my next apt
Weekly phone MTG with United ins
Msg P*P for PT referral request
Text in home PT for discharge ppwk
Make bed
Go to arc to return clothes
Go to sweet T's to drop off glass & tv
Empty dishwasher
Finish laundry

Home gym
25 crunches
25 obliques
25 leg lifts
25 bicycle kicks
50 yoga ball crunches

And most days are like this! But I also only have 6 weeks before I go back to work so I got to get my body ready physically. Wish me luck!

09/02/2025

Day 1,327 - just kidding. IDK what day I'm on. I stopped counting. Plus I took a few days to relax. Back in the gym today though and feeling motivated! NGL I did push myself a little hard today and I want to cry. BUT I ate a healthy lunch and my cleaning goddess is working her magic at my apartment now ❤️. My kids didn't kill me this weekend, not for a lack of trying though! I'm working on getting my brakes replaced this week, more paperwork with insurance, and the cat and I both have checkups with doctors. Other than that just life as usual. OH, ENT next week but my voice is getting much better!! Hope everyone had a great holiday weekend!!!

ShayShay

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