Unlock Wellness Blog

The Power of Mindset Shifts for Wellness
The biggest obstacle that most have to overcome when wanting to make positive lifestyle changes, is overcoming our own mindset and thoughts. We tell ourselves stories to why we can’t do something. Like, “I’m too tired to work out because I work full-time,” or “I injured my knee in high school, so I can’t push myself…” Creating a healthier life, especially with committing to a regular fitness routine, starts with shifting your old way of
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3 Uses for Lavender Essential Oil for Toddlers
After having baby, I quickly realized how helpful essential oils were going to be in my life. From immune support, to a chemical-free air freshener option, using oils has been a game-changer. My baby is now a busy toddler, and we use our oils more than ever. If there was an oil that I couldn’t live without, it would be lavender. 3 Uses for Lavender Essential Oil for Toddlers 1) Improved Quality of Sleep Lavender
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3 Ways to Work Out if You're Short on Time
Not having enough time is one of the biggest obstacles when it comes to sticking with a consistent fitness routine. Which is totally understandable. Work gets crazy, family life gets crazy… The balance can get extremely tough. But there are ways that you can still make fitness part of your everyday life! 1) Break Up Workouts into Smaller Segments We are often stuck in the mindset that if we don’t spend hours in the gym
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I'm on a Budget... Can I Still Have a Quality Workout Routine?
So, you’re short on cash and can’t afford that expensive gym membership right now… Should you just hold off from working out until you can pay for the membership or for fancy home equipment? Absolutely not!!! Working out without a gym membership or pricey equipment is easier than you think, and also incredibly effective when done right! What are my options? The number one tip I give people who are trying to get healthy but
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What's Holding You Back?
What’s holding you back?… What’s holding you back from becoming a healthier version of yourself, from developing as a person, from increasing your emotional healing?… In past blog posts, we dove into how to create goals and follow through with them with an action plan. But, through that process, you may have become more aware of the road blocks that hold you back. Is it a friend or family member that speaks negatively about the
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My Toddler Has a Cold! Quick Tips Please!!!
With kids, colds are bound to happen. Especially since they are constantly being exposed to new things each day. So, I often get asked what I personally do to deal with minor cold symptoms for my daughter. My 4 Top Natural Cold-Fighting Tips 1) Get Adjusted! Finding a chiropractor that does family maintenance care and sees children of all ages is a must! Chiropractic has been shown to drastically increase the body’s immune system, allowing
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Creating Lifelong Health Changes
I often get asked what I think are the most important aspects of creating lifelong health changes. The first thing that I recommend is to figure out your “why.” Why do you want to get healthier? And not just superficially. Having an esthetic goal can be extremely motivating, but to keep it a sustainable lifestyle, you need to brainstorm on the true “why.” Do you want to be around for your kids and not miss
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Green Spring Cleaning!
When I found out that I was pregnant with my daughter, it was extremely important to me to decrease the toxic chemicals in our home. Throughout the last few years, we have transitioned to store-bought “green” cleaners, but I knew that making our own cleaning products was the next step to eliminating unnecessary chemicals. 3 Reasons to Avoid Conventional Cleaners 1) Toxic Load Conventional cleaners may seem harmless because of how frequently they are used, but the
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