Hello Helium Writers - a little about me if you will so indulge .... I am a personal trainer and fitness professional from Canada looking to begin building a portfolio of writing samples. I am interested in all things health and fitness related - exercise, weight loss, flexibility training, and outdoor recreation pursuits. I have two lovely little dogs (well quite large actually - they recently weighted in at 65 and 40 pounds respectively) and enjoy spending time with Rob, my one and only true love. I was very nervous about getting started on Helium and putting my writing ou there for the masses, but the feedback has been positive and helpful every step of the way. Thanks everyone. Here's to happy typing!

My passion is ...

being outdoors

I know too much about ...

weight loss and the female mind

My parents always told me ...

never lie, always clean up after yourself, and save your money!

My childhood ambition ...

was to be an environmental lawyer - our planet needs the help!

My favorite memory ...

oh dear... too many to narrow it down.

Why I write ...

to be creative, keep my mind active, and share my thoughts with others

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

NO LOGO by Naomi Klein

My first job ...

washing windows when I was 12.

My best moment ...

plunging into something that really scared me and succeeding

My inspiration ...

my Mom

Health & Fitness > Emotional Health & Wellbeing The happier life guide: Always make time for yourself

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There are days when I wish I could remember what life was like when I was 2 years old. When following my own agenda was the only option. When doing what I wanted to do was the biggest priority in life. And when saying "NO" was easy! When did all that go away? When did I become last on my list of priorities? And how do I change all of that now to make sure I am taking care of myself?

As an active lifestyle consultant I am asked these questions almost daily. It seems that as we women move through life we slowly let the priorities of others (parents, teachers, friends, spouses, children...

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