Category: Lifestyle

[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Put together a number of beliefs, develop a strategy for putting those ideas into practice, and you have a new habit. You possess the power to change. Here are some ideas to make that happen.

1. Believe in yourself. Don’t feel trapped by self-imposed limits. Decide on the habits you’re going to change and remove your doubts. When you firmly believe you will succeed, you make success happen.
2. Visualize success. It’s pretty amazing how much emotion you can generate and how motivating visualization can be. Here’s a powerful example. Let’s say your new habit is a physical fitness routine. Visualize yourself running. Hear your footsteps on the pavement, feel the breath in your nostrils and lungs, see the vivid color of the environment through which you’re running, and smell the fresh air. When the whole image is this real, you understand that your habit is truly achievable.
3. Be the new you. Do not just ‘want’ to reach your goal some vague time in the future, but think in terms of already attaining it. In your mind, use language that makes you certain that your new habit is real. “I am strong and fit.” And start now, in the present tense, not next Monday. Procrastination is the enemy of positive change.
4. Be strategic in making your new habit come to life. For our fitness example, execute strategies like these:

• Get up early. Set the alarm 45 minutes ahead of your normal wakeup to make time for exercise.
• Make appointments with yourself to work out. Pick your days and times and put them on your calendar.
• Put out your athletic clothes the night before so they’re ready to go in the morning.

5. Affirm yourself. After every workout, thank yourself for exercising and taking care of your body. And be grateful for the attention that others pay you. Your more vibrant, happier self will be appreciated by everyone around you. That reality will help further fuel positive change and more healthy new habits.

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[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]It’s summer, and time for fun in the sun. So it’s a great time to review the experts’ advice on avoiding sunburn and skin damage as you enjoy the outdoors.

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration recommends these sunblock basics.

• Use broad spectrum sunscreens that block both UVA and UVB rays.
• Choose Sunburn Protection Factor (SPF) values of 15 or higher.
• Follow package directions and apply sunscreen properly.
• Reapply at least every two hours, more often if you’re sweating or spending time in the water.

Let’s shine a brighter light on the subject.

Learn the ABCs of broad spectrum. UVA and UVB rays each cause different sorts of damage to different skin layers. If you’re not using a product labeled ‘Broad Spectrum,’ you’re missing vitally important protection.

Get your minerals. Many of the latest sunblock products are mineral-based instead of chemical. Look for the words ‘titanium oxide’ or ‘zinc oxide’ on the label. While chemical sunblocks require application 30 minutes before sun exposure in order to activate on your skin, mineral sunblocks work right out of the bottle. What’s more, some of the chemicals used in sunblocks are associated with skin irritation and other side effects.

How much SPF is enough? While SPF 15 is the recommended minimum, you might see numbers of 70 or greater. Most experts agree that an SPF of 50 is likely the maximum level that makes an effective difference in protection. Higher SPFs offer only a few percentage points of added defense, as measured in sun exposure time. Studies also show that people may spend more time out in the sun when they are wearing very high SPFs, putting themselves at greater risk.

Proper application is key. Look at the directions on the bottle. If the quantity isn’t specified, use a big nickel-sized blob on your face, and an ample handful, about two tablespoons, for your body. Apply thickly and evenly, and get help for your back and other hard-to-reach places. Look at the expiration date, too. Sunblock generally loses its effectiveness in the span of a year or two; discard outdated bottles.

Sun protection is about more than just sunscreen. You should reduce your risk of sunburn and skin damage by taking other sun safety precautions, like:

• Wearing clothes – sleeves, shorts and pants, long skirts, and hats to shield your face, neck, and scalp.
• Finding or making shade – under trees, canopies, and umbrellas.
• Scheduling outdoor time before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m., to avoid the hours of the most direct sunlight.
• Putting on sunglasses to protect your eyes from UV radiation.

Take special care of the kids. Infants under six months of age should avoid all sun exposure. Children over that age should wear sunblock. Set a good example by protecting your own skin when the family goes out in the summer sun.

Sources:

• Sunscreen and Sun Protection (FDA)
• Guide to Sunscreens (Environmental Working Group)
• Sun Protections, Prevention Guidelines (Skin Cancer Foundation)

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[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Summer vacation is more fun for the whole family when it’s a child-friendly endeavor. Summer Hull writes the website MommyPoints.com, dedicated to travel deals. The name of the site says a lot–Summer is a family travel veteran, with a 3-year old daughter going along on “mostly” successful flights.

Be sure to take Summer’s expert ideas on the road with your family this summer.

Eating and sleeping matter on vacation just like they do at home.

• Bring special, easily dispensed tidbits like M&Ms and jelly beans for tense moments on planes or long car rides.
• Pack granola bars and fruit purees for healthy snacks all through the day.
• Stop at the local grocery store for affordable, wholesome treats like fruit, cheese sticks and nuts.
• Put together balanced meals at hotels and restaurants by assembling your child’s meal off of your own plates.
• And try to stick to something resembling a normal schedule for meals, naps and bedtime.

Keep kids entertained on your travel legs. You’ll be able to manage the logistics better when the children are occupied. And well-occupied little ones are less likely to stress out the rest of the family and other passengers.

• Bring an iPad or portable DVD on the plane.
• Pick up some new toys that have novelty value. Bring lightweight paperback books, small plastic figurines, and coloring books.
• Select a rental vehicle with a built-in DVD if you’ll be traveling long stretches on the road.

Do your best to stay in good humor. Something will go wrong; it’s how you deal with the difficulty that really matters. If you make a sincere effort to calm a cranky child, other passengers in the planes, trains, and automobiles will show some understanding. And your kids will appreciate the positive attitude.

We hope you make great memories this summer on your family vacations!

Source:

• Summer Hull’s Tips for Family Travel

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[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Back-to-school time presents a lot of logistical challenges. Parents who plan will make the transition to the school-year routine a lot easier for everyone.

• Start with a family-friendly checklist. Put it at eye level for the kids. Use pictures and bright colors.
• Begin the list with a consistent wake-up time.
• Include all the logical steps that your family takes to get out the door:
• Go potty
• Make bed
• Wake mom & dad
• Eat breakfast
• Brush teeth
• Get dressed
• Gear up with backpacks and lunchboxes
• Put on jackets, coats, gloves and hats as needed.

Develop a clothes organizer

Speaking of getting dressed, here’s a great tip from planning experts: create your own system of five plastic boxes or cubbies that contain an outfit for each day of the school week. If you plan wardrobe in advance, you’ll avoid morning chaos and serious fashion mistakes. Try to have all five outfits packed up and ready to go right after Sunday dinner.

Create a lunch menu

Use a magnet board as a cool lunch planning tool for children. You provide the menu options, the kids select their lunches. Make sure to cover nutritional bases by offering categories: a sandwich or other main dish, fruit or vegetable, and snack item. The act of planning lunch empowers kids to make good food choices and predisposes them to enjoy the meal. (As a finishing touch, pack a little note or special treat in the kids’ lunch. These little surprises will brighten the whole afternoon.)

At Full Circle Market, we love to help bring good things to your family’s everyday life.

Source:

• Back to School: Tips for Creating a Morning Routine

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