Health & Wellness by Lexa's Journal

My mission in life is to not merely survive, but to thrive: and do so with passion, compassion, humor, and style. – Maya Angelou

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An eternal optimist, always wearing a smile. Must haves: sunshine, fitness (jogging, weight training, & CrossFit), reading, good food, writing, music, and fun with family and friends.

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  • Hasta La Vista To Two Favorites

    “You can’t depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.” ― Mark Twain, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court The imagination is a powerful force?  Creativity, ingenuity, and unlimited possibilities occur as a result of positive usage of the imagination. However, negative energy can lead the imagination to produce fear, anxiety,…

  • The Verdict on Broiled Shrimp

    My mouth is still salivating!   No chicken today!!  Pinterest, my replacement cookbook is the best.  Thanks to All Things G & D, I have a new recipe to add to my list. Tonight I felt the need to toss shrimp atop my organic cumin flavored brown rice and green beans, so I was happy when…

  • I Must Not Fear

    I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me.  And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will…

  • On Finding Confidence

    One important key to success is self-confidence.  An important key to self-confidence is preparation. If it had not been for the wind in my face, I wouldn’t be able to fly at all. -Arthur Ashe Three to four inches heels have never inhibited my ability to confidently strut my long lean legs across a room…. that…

  • Eat!

    About 45 minutes ago, I completed a shoulder workout. I pushed myself at the gym, but the nudging hasn’t stopped. How’s that? Post workout eating is just as important as the weight training. I am not hungry! But I still have to choke these oats and eggs down. Ugh! Some days, eating is more demanding…

  • Conditions For Success… One Rep At A Time

    If you are serious about your goals, drop the conditions.  Go directly to your goal.  Be your goal. Be your goal! Conditions often disguise strategies for escaping accountability.  Why not just take charge and create the experience you are looking for. Eric Allenbaugh By 7:45 this morning, I was well rested and warming up on…