Physical Health Archives - Page 2 of 19

July 26, 2023July 27, 2023

Being consistent is key in all aspects of life.

What you do every now and then doesn’t count. What matters is what you do every day. It’s about being consistent.

What aspect of this do you think this is true of for you?

One guy is consistent at walking every morning, sometimes at 5 a.m. He’s being consistent.

Another guy shows up at our networking meeting every week with printed rosters for everyone. He’s being consistent.

Someone else is at church every Sunday. That’s being consistent.

The compound effect

There is a book called The Compound Effect, by Darren Hardy. (find it on Amazon) It discusses the importance of how being consistent with a habit can have huge impact on our lives. And these can be good or bad. It seems that repeated actions will seem to have little if any effect for a period of time. Then suddenly there is a big, exponential growth noticed.

As I said, this habit can be good or bad. How does one become obese? There’s no sudden need to eat a whole pie after dinner each night. It starts slowly and then suddenly they are buying double XL T shirts. Their overeating became a habit and the weight mushroomed into an unhealthy state.

I do pride myself in being consistent.

If you sit near me here at the Tuesday morning networking meetings, you will see that I am consistent at taking my daily strip of vitamins.
You will find me at the gym on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 5:15 a.m.
I drink a glass of water first thing every morning.
I floss my teeth every day. I am being consistent.

Why is this important?

Health habits are very important to maintaining our lifestyle. As time progresses, we are no longer able to stand without a groan, sprint across the street or keep up with a friend on a walk. Vacations become more sedentary as one cannot walk or climb as much as when they were younger.

I encourage my massage clients and my customers to look at what their health habits have become and those they may want to incorporate into their routines.

Exercise.

While we are very consistent with our breathing, we are not always in control of how we breathe. It is usually pretty shallow. How do we develop a habit of breathing deeper, longer breaths?

We can take that power and control back. Here is an exercise to help improve your breathing that can add stamina to your day, help you relax more and improve your sleep.

Sit comfortably with your hands in your lap. Take note of your breathing. Are you breathing into your throat? Your chest? Your lower abdomen?

To help you be more conscious of the depth of your breathing, get an ordinary balloon.

Blow into the balloon and quietly let the air out of the balloon. Where did your effort to blow up the balloon come from?

Blow into the balloon again and make an effort to use your lower abdomen to push the air into the balloon. Empty as much air as you can into the balloon. Release the air from the balloon.

Repeat this procedure a few more times. Slow down if you get light headed. This may be something you need to work up to.

Using your powers of consistency, do this on a daily basis. You will notice an easier process of breathing. Be aware if you have increased stamina. What is happening with your sleep after being consistent with this for a period of time?

Moving forward

Think about your health habits. Commit to one new habit that you will take on for the next 30 days. I feel certain that the compound effect will happen for you.

April 12, 2023

Pet Allergies

When you walk into Corine’s house, you are met by a low-flying projectile. Corine calls him Sammi. After a few minutes, this little white dog will settle down. He goes to the sofa where he begins to incessantly lick and chew his paws. It is very nerve-wracking to Corine and anyone around. Knowing he is in pain from the itching makes her sad. She said the vet offers an allergy testing panel at the rate of about $1000.00. She cannot afford that. Pet allergies are such a pain.

I asked Corine if she is open to a natural solution that could possibly help little Sammi’s pet allergies. She enthusiastically agreed to take a look. I made a recommendation on two products that had the best chances of getting Sammi some relief.

Corine ordered the product. After three days of use, this is what she sent me.

What a great experience! I am so pleased to help out Corine and Sammi at a fraction of the cost of the allergy panel. This will be a much less monthly expense than injections or medications for his itching.

Share this blog with someone you know who has a dog that is licking and chewing its paws. We can help alleviate pain and enormous expense, bringing peace to the household.

March 28, 2023April 12, 2023

Customer care

Last week I spoke with two of my customers who needed some customer care. Each of them had a new issue with their health. During our conversation we explored what is going on and what their fears are. After the discussion, I coached them on what would be the best route to go with in using supplements. They were both happy with their decision.

I also called the home office on behalf of another two of my customers. They needed an adjustment on their order that had just gone out. As suspected, the company was quick to make the needed changes. Once again, my customers were happy.

I am pleased to be in the gap between my customers and the home office, providing exemplary customer care. I will go to bat for them to be sure they get the appropriate products and the best price available.

If you know someone who gets confused and overwhelmed at the health-food store, I can help. I make things easier.

March 7, 2023

wellness account deposits

Many Americans do not have a decent savings account. Even more do not invest on a regular basis. They will go into retirement in a bad financial state, depending on others. The same is true for physical health. They are not making wellness account deposits.

Many Americans are in poor health. Many are not “investing” in their wellness account. As time goes by, they are approaching a possible accident or serious illness. It would have been better for them to have up some effort (wellness account deposits) into their wellbeing so that the body could have fought off the effects of a sudden accident or illness.

For example, take someone who has spent their wellness dollars on cigarettes and fast food full of fats, sugar and empty calories. One person who followed that spending pattern has wound up at 72 years of age as a diabetic with other health issues being basically homebound. Had she diverted the money that went to bad habits to healthy food and supplements, (making wellness account deposits) she would have a much better retirement. She could be playing with her great grandson and enjoying life.

Being with Shaklee for over 31 years, I have seen many people decline in health unnecessarily. My mother is an exception. At 90 years of age, she has lost almost all her memory, short term and long term. HOWEVER, she can walk around, take care of her daily hygiene and play dominoes. She is on ZERO medications. She has been on a good plan of investing in her wellness account by taking Shaklee supplements and proteins for over 28 years.

I specialize in helping people proactively invest in their wellness account-their physical body. This good habit can start in our teenage years and it is not too late to begin in our 50’s and 60’s. It can be a very simple process that can lead to beneficial results for the long term.

If you know someone who has expressed an interest in a healthy retirement, here is a good place to start: https://meology.shaklee.com/adult/assessment?sponsorId=qGmw7evBqWbrkq9CZUUR5g%3D%3D&pwsName=healthhelpers It is a short online health assessment that will render suggestions on the supplements that are right for each individual.

It will be one of the best steps one can take toward better health and a happier life.

Have a question? Please reach out to me.

Enjoy your day.

Tim Wallace

February 25, 2023

Deteriorating Health

Sometimes we find ourselves in a state of deteriorating health. How does that happen? How did I get there? What can I do about deteriorating health?

Many people in their 20 are ready to take the world by storm. Nothing can hold them back.

In their 30’s they are focusing on their careers. They are establishing themselves in their chosen industry.

At forty, life begins to slow down a bit and they become more settled in their lives. The income has been set and they are comfortable with their lifestyle as a whole.

But have you ever seen those memes that says all is rocking along just fine but at 50 that “check engine” light comes on?

That little alert may be a realization that the hair is thinning or falling out. It may be stiff joints or an inability to climb stairs. What about too much weight in the middle? Or worse yet, bad report numbers after the annual physical?

These are the people I specialize in helping. Those who are facing a downfall in health status, deteriorating health, and are not quite ready to give in easily to the aging process. Many tend to depend solely on what the doctor or physician’s assistant tells them to do. I find it important to do some research and explore alternative pathways to solve a health problem.

Please understand that I have and use doctors and other medical professionals. They are trained in their particular field of study and practice. However, their recommendations and procedures may not be the best or most appropriate option for you.

If you know someone who is at or approaching the half-century mark with some warning lights flashing on their dashboard of health I can be of help and guidance. Send them to me and I will coach them on a path to wellness and self-care.