Need Some Winning In Your Life?
I’m completely nuts about this.
There is nothing I’m more obsessed with then inspiring women to learn how to master their negative self-talk, put themselves first and take better care of themselves. I’m an unapologetic nut. (Actually, I lied: I’m completely obsessed with my grand-babies. And the...
How To Stop Fear and Anxiety: My true story of being chased by a black bear.
I have been struggling with a debilitating fear FOR OVER 20 YEARS. (How insane is that!) Today I’m committed to getting out of this “fear prison” so I can enjoy life more. Are you terrified of something, and it is preventing you from having fun or being productive?...
You CAN make a difference in this broken world!
How do you react after listening to the evening news at night? Do you run for another drink, grab a pint of ice cream, spend another wasted hour scrolling thru social media? In my mental toughness program we accept the current state of affairs, feel the rage, the...
No More Excuses!
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What do you do when you fall and hit the ground hard?
Japanese gymnast Takeru, fell twice during his impressive bar routine at the Tokyo Olympics. The world gasped as he crashed hard into the mats. Takeru’s lifetime dream for a medal was gone in a split second, but he quickly got up and finished his routine with power...
One of the most powerful mental toughness tips in my tool box…
I had something really, really nice happen to me this week. I was caught off guard by it and became very emotional. I started crying! I couldn't stop the tears. I felt kinda stupid about my reaction but then realized HECK NO! My tears are important and good. I...
Don’t let the calendar dictate how you feel!
Today is Valentines Day, a great time to celebrate all the love we have in our lives. But! So many of us don't have a love interest or feel we don't have perfect love lives. (Oh Lordy! who does...) We feel left out and end up, often unconsciously, becoming a victim to...
Who Do You Love?
Do you ever ask yourself: Who inspires me? Who gets me all juiced up? Who do I want to be like? I love the GOAT, Tom Brady, the greatest QB of all time. I study everything I can about his winning mindset. And then I copy it. Is there a neighbor, an athlete, a famous...
Track Your Wins!
Do you constantly beat yourself up for failing to hit your goals? Oh Puhleeze! ENOUGH. Time to stop that nasty habit. Instead, spend 90 seconds listening to this week's Mental Toughness message, that offers a helpful solution.
A Quick Remedy For Anger
June 20, 2020: Today I woke up so angry about racism. So angry about Covid and the loss of lives. So angry over the massive uncertainty. Sometimes I get so tired of being mentally tough, staying positive and taking the next right action step. What to do? Realize I’m...
This is what my meat and potatoes diet looks like!
50% veggies + 25% animal protein (or nuts, seeds, legumes) + 25% healthy fats. Ya gotta go for the greens ladies. It's the magic potion for translucent skin, more energy and beautiful hair. It's the richest fertilizer you can sprinkle on your cells. Eat them. Drink...
Two words that will help you win at weight loss.
When I was 60 years old, I heard two words that changed my body (forever!) and lead me to win a gold medal: functional fitness. Do you want to increase your energy, feel amazing, create a beautiful body that you never dreamed was possible, lose weight and keep it off...
How do you get thru a huge challenge?
There is nothing more beneficial to your self-esteem and your health than facing a problem head on and coming through the other side, 100% victorious! Are you struggling with scary challenges and not sure how to get through them? How would it feel to rise to the...
Before You Quit…
How many times do you feel discouraged and ….just wanna QUIT? Sick and tired, angry, frustrated, wondering what the heck you are DOING it for? Last month I wanted to put down the barbell for good. I was burnt out mentally and physically. But instead of killing all my...
One Thing You Shouldn’t Buy This Holiday Season
Buy! Buy! Buy! Binge! Binge! Binge! Booze! Booze! Booze! Happy Holidays everyone! Or are they? Better health and better wealth aren't dictated by a holiday. True health and happiness with your body and your bank account begins by developing healthy mental habits....
Strength training is for you!
“The only true disability is a negative attitude.” Your eyes roll upwards. “Laura doesn’t get it. This “strength training thing”… this “weight lifting whatever”… is for ex-marines, for hard body Millennials. Besides, I have a frozen shoulder, (or a bad back, or I’m...