NAVIGATION
TOWARDS A
HEALTHIER YOU!

• I'm sure you, or someone you know, at this point in the evolution of technology, has used GPS direction. Whether it was built into your car, built into your phone, or another piece of equipment. They all basically do the same thing: calculate the quickest, easiest, cheapest way to get from point a to point b. Some have extra features, such as most scenic or windiest (awesome option if you have a motorcycle). They all do an excellent job, that is until something it did not calculate occurs (yes many get live statistics to attempt and avoid, however, it's often too late). I'm sure you've come across at least one of these scenarios: as an accident ahead, road construction, a house being moved taking up both lanes of a two-lane road. It tries to recalculate the next best option, however, sometimes, unfortunately, the best option is to continue on the slow painful path we are currently on with the knowledge that it will only be temporary (although we often don't know how temporary). I bring this up because this is no different than life. We will always come across obstacles in life. It's human nature to try and reroute our path to avoid delays because we lose motivation and become aggravated or anxious when we see progress slow or worse come to a stop (the changing lanes scene at the beginning of the movie Office Space is a perfect example most of us can relate to). Plateaus will always occur in life, that doesn't mean that they will stay a plateau forever. Sometimes the quickest way is the one that has temporary slowdowns and stops. Sometimes detours are necessary. Whatever decision you make, take a breath, enjoy the journey, and continue toward your destination.

The Life Cycle of Thoughts & Why Your Brain Needs a Filter

Every thought has the potential to lead to an action, which is why it’s important to hold our ideas lightly. Andrew Safer explores the impact of thoughts and how we maintain a distance from them that helps us know how to proceed. MINDFUL.ORG

Actually Useful Rules to Beome Happier & Healthier

You’ve seen a headline like this before. And you’re right to be a little skeptical. But we got a lot of useful tidbits out of this one. These aren’t life hack-y rules. They’re more like a really great to-do list you should glance at every day. WRITE THESE DOWN

How to Build Muscle Without Gaining Belly Fat

You know when you’re not fat, but you don’t have muscle definition either? Asking for a friend... And in case you have a friend like that who’s looking to build some muscle without gaining a lot of belly in the process, here’s the perfect guide. LEARN WHAT TO EAT, HOW TO LIFT, AND REMEMBER TO SLEEP

The Best Way to Drink Coffee for Weight Loss, According to a Nutritionist

Drink your coffee this way and reap the benefits! EAT THIS, NOT THAT!

22 of the Easiest Pasta Recipes Ever

No need to soldier up for a grocery store run. You most likely have everything you need in your pantry already. SELF