”I felt like if I didn’t run then I didn’t get a good workout.”

When it comes to exercise, one size does NOT fit all. We read magazine articles about models with “sculpted” abs and “toned” thighs who do XYZ for exercise, and the majority of readers then rush to incorporate that regimen into their own. Not long after, however, the dislike of the exercise sets in, and it’s soon forgotten.  It’s a trap many fall into – myself included.

While I’m all about reading articles for motivation, I’ve realized the harmony of finding your own exercise routine and actually ENJOYING it.  After all, isn’t that what it’s all about? The quote that “somehow physically exhausting yourself can be the most relaxing part of your day” seriously is true – if you enjoy what you’re doing. Exercise is beneficial for your body and your mind. It’s not a punishment; it’s using your body in a way that shows you’re appreciating what it can do.

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”I gotta have my something sweet every day, and if it can be good for me too then all the better.“

I LOVE dessert. Like, I’m pretty sure I’ve eaten chocolate in some way, shape, or form every single day of my life. Since I preach “everything in moderation”, I certainly believe in the occasional indulgence.

My sweet tooth strikes at night. I’m sitting there on the couch, minding my own business, and BAM! I need something sweet and can’t possibly go to bed until said sweetness is ingested. When the cravings hit, it’s best to have a game plan; something tasty and satisfying, but that isn’t the worst thing in the world.

So without further ado, here are my 5 healthy dessert alternatives:

“If it’s a negative comment that’s hanging over your head, the key is turning it around.”

I don’t know about you, but often when someone makes a passive aggressive or critical comment, it can ruin my whole day. I thought I was the only one who would respond this way until I talked with a coworker who said they could relate.

I’m a fairly emotional person. I’ve always been that way, and I think that’s okay. I care about others, my work, and my happiness. I know many individuals in older generations view millennials as overly emotional. They use the word “snowflake” to depict millennials as fragile and sensitive. But I think that millennials, generally speaking, are one of the most accepting and compassionate generations thus far. Look at the recent changes regarding the LGBTQ community, for example. More equalizing legislation has arisen recently than ever before.  Body positivity and normalizing mental illness have also been mainstream messages largely constructed and bolstered by the millennial generation. So when someone calls you overly emotional, take it with a grain of salt, and thank them for recognizing your compassionate side.

Now that being said, I don’t always appreciate how my mind does respond to negative comments from others. Even things like constructive criticism can rub me the wrong way if presented poorly. So how can you take it in stride, learn from it, and move on with your day?