Vibrant Juicy Life

01/24/2025

I haven't been able to get outside to run for the past couple of days because of the cold and ice, so a friend suggested a treadmill.
"That would feel like punishment instead of joy," I said, "and not give me the same mental benefit."

It is the lens through which we view the world that changes everything.

We take in huge amounts of information, and our brain filters it based on our past experiences.

Similarly, my lens gets in the way of love. When people don't love me the exact way I am hoping for, I discount them. But if I change my lens and communicate more specifically, I could have more love.

The lens we view the world matters.
We control our destiny.

01/12/2025

Loving yourself is not just about sweetness and indulgences. A loving parent doesn't just give treats, they encourage their children to dream big and keep going when they stumble.

What do you deeply, genuinely desire? Why don't you have it yet?

Maybe you have fear or don't believe it possible? Fear is your mind’s way of telling you that you’re stepping out of your comfort zone. But that familiar place kept you soothing yourself with cookies and snacks. Your new life holds your dreams. Ask yourself this: Are you more afraid of failing or of staying exactly where you are years from now?

What are you afraid of actually - failure? If you never go after your dreams, you fail by default. Success doesn’t come from avoiding failure; it comes from persisting despite it.

Imagine if your child didn’t succeed at something they tried. Would you tell them to give up? Of course not! You know your kids are smart and capable! And so are you! You’d encourage them to adjust their approach and try again. Be that same loving, supportive parent to yourself. Believing in yourself gives you the courage and resiliency to keep going through setbacks. You may have failed before, but that was just feedback guiding you to try differently next time.

If your dreams include feeling satisfied and no longer thinking about food (leaving you bandwidth for bigger things!), sign up for my Vibrant Juicy Life 12-Week Transformation! We start next week (January 20th) and I won't enroll again soon, so sign up now!
https://www.vibrantjuicylife.com/transformation

01/08/2025

Are you wondering if GLP-1 would solve all your problems? While it decreases hunger, people regain the weight when they stop. You have to address what's underneath for lasting results.

Your cravings are signaling you need something. And when you address THAT, it's so much easier. You might find you don't even care about food!?

The usual solution is dieting, but this focuses on food and relies on willpower that eventually runs out! My program helps women get to the root of their out-of-control eating using belief-shifting modalities, self-love, and biochemistry so they feel satisfied, stop thinking about food, lose weight, have more energy, and start living the vibrant, juicy lives they deserve!

My next cohort starts January 20th. If you would like to get started, book at strategy call on my website:
https://www.vibrantjuicylife.com/transformation

01/03/2025

I am so excited to announce the launch of my book!
The book outlines my journey as a guide for your own struggles with food. We think it's about food, but its so much more!

- The first four chapters are on self worth. Our beliefs are shaped in childhood and create the foundation for everything else. This is why many of us struggle - we haven't gone to the root of the issue!
- The next four chapters are about how to cope with overwhelm and chronic stress.
-Then, the next four chapters are about nourishing yourself with food, tribe, and more. Things our ancient primal bodies were designed for that can be lacking in our modern world
- The last three chapters are about taking your life next level. Now that you have more peace... it's time to look at what would really light you up (because food isn't it!)🔥
https://www.vibrantjuicylife.com/VibrantJuicyLifeBook

09/29/2024

Confused about which supplements would best support your health needs?
Wondering if what you are taking is at the right dose and form to be most effective?
My new mini-supplement consults are perfect!

I have spent decades honing my knowledge of dietary supplements - reading research and coming up with the next best things, and can help you wade through the media messages and clutter with ease.

Here is the link to book a session: https://www.vibrantjuicylife.com/SupplementConsult

If you haven't worked with me before, I have a new client special for 25% off: NewClient25

06/19/2024

My daughter and I definitely had some neurotransmitter-boosting laughter making this video! (the "run face" will be an inside joke for life!😆)

There is still time to register for the workshop Friday if you want to spend an evening meeting new friends and practicing presence for more joy in the moment, as well as a few tricks to shake off stress and boost mood when you are having a hard day.

04/30/2023

I have had lots of people ask why my logo is a lemon. To me, they are the perfect representation of my business:

Lemons are yellow, the color of your 3rd chakra, sometimes called the Power chakra. This energy center is focused on self-worth and confidence, as well as joy. The very essence of JuicyJuniper.

Lemons are rich sources of vitamins and phytonutrients. Research has shown that drinking water with lemon juice along with your meal increases stomach digestion and decreases glycemic response. Try adding some lemon to your water. It's delicious!

Studies have shown lemon essential oil helps relieve stress and anxiety, and may even boost cognitive performance. When a classroom was infused with natural lemon scent, 4th grade students had better achievement test scores compared to a control group, even outperforming the control group a month after the study!

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03/27/2023

03/07/2023

One of my favorite lunches is scrambled eggs with peas. For those of you eating grain-free and/or lower-carb, it tastes just like fried rice! With the cost of groceries climbing ever higher, I wanted to remind you of this inexpensive and high-quality protein source

Choline is a building block for cell membranes and acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in memory. Women with certain common genetic variations who consumed 480 mg of choline daily during pregnancy had children with faster processing speed.

We need approximately 550 mg of choline daily, and 90% of Americans don't get enough. One egg provides 150 mg. Other good sources include soybeans (1/2 cup = 107 mg), chicken/fish (3 oz = 72 mg), beef (3 oz = 117 mg), and potatoes (1 = 57 mg).

It can be tricky to choose which eggs to buy. You might see “natural”, “free range” or “organic” on an egg carton, but how can you tell which is best?

Look to make sure the eggs contain omega-3. This means that the farmer used special chicken feed so that the eggs contain higher levels of DHA, an important omega-3 fat typically found in fish. To support humane farming, look for eggs that are “Certified Humane” or “Animal Welfare Approved” AND pasture-raised. Yes, the eggs will cost a little more but they will taste better and generally be more nutritious.

https://www.cornucopia.org/scorecard/eggs/ is a great website which grades farm conditions with ratings from 5 (pasture-fed well-managed farms) to 1 (industrial-scale operations without meaningful outdoor access). Even with the bet intentions, most of the brands I used to buy are in the lowest category, including Eggland's Best, Land-O-Lakes and 4-Grain. Cmpanies like Whole Foods 365 Organic, Trader Joe's, Wild Harvest, and Wegman's didn't even score a 1. Look for the best quality eggs at farmer's markets, food cooperatives and/or independently owned natural grocery stores. Since there are no 5-star options nearby, I buy 4-star rated Pete and Gerry's.

03/01/2023

One of my biggest obstacles was finding peace with being alone. My new divorced, pandemic, work-from-home lifestyle left me with a LOT of alone time. I know some of you will be envious and annoyed that I would complain about this, and I agree... Back when my life was jam-packed I looked forward to alone time so much. But when most of your life becomes "kid-free" and you no longer have an office to go to, all that alone time can become a little much.

At first I obsessively filled my time with exercise, classes, friends, and anything else I could find. Eventually, with all that time for reflection, I realized that some of my best moments were by myself. My favorite part of the day is often my morning coffee and journaling time. My mid-day run gives me some of my best brain-storms. I even realized that I don't need friends to go with me to my ecstatic dance events. I go by myself and have a great time!

This newfound peace with being alone has made me less anxious. I feel calmer and my new calm even radiates to others.

If you struggle with being alone, I encourage you to think about your best moments. Are any of them when you are alone? If so, can you find some time to do a little more of whatever that is. If not, challenge yourself to be alone a few times a week, and reflect on what comes up.