THE CV WELLBEING BLOG
Nourishment and Well-being — A Nutrition Blog Series
Plant-Inspired Lessons in Growth and Self-Compassion
Discover how the natural world can teach us valuable patience, adaptability, and self-compassion lessons. Just as each plant grows uniquely, so do our bodies, and this diversity should be celebrated. Learn how to create a nurturing environment for yourself and embrace your natural growth.
Summer Reflections: Self, Body & Nourishment Insights
Summer is a season filled with vibrant memories and present-day traditions, from parades and picnics to fireworks and family gatherings. These moments, while joyous, can also evoke a complex mix of sensations —some pleasant, others challenging. As we navigate these, let’s reflect on how they shape our sense of self, relationship with our bodies, and how we nourish ourselves.
Navigating Closet Grief: Embracing Change in Your Wardrobe
As spring cleaning ensues, many people are inspired to declutter closets and reevaluate wardrobes. If you’ve ever done this, you know it can be more than just deciding what clothes to keep or donate—it can also be an emotional journey. Memories, emotions, and even a sense of loss might surface as you let go of pieces that once held significance.
Mental Health and Nutrition: The Food-Mood Connection
Can food impact mental well-being? Explore the fascinating link between diet and mood for Mental Health Awareness Month.
The Ladder of Nutrition Needs: Understanding Gentle Nutrition
Does it often feel overwhelming to think about nutrition or food? Is it hard to keep up with the latest health recommendations? Food doesn’t have to be challenging or boring to be “healthy.” In fact, we may be making things worse for ourselves by focusing on the little things with every new suggestion that gets thrown our way.
New Year Diet or New Year Purpose? Setting Intentions
As the new year unfolds, many of us consider resolutions like weight loss, dieting, or cutting out certain foods. However, before stepping onto these paths, pause and ask yourself, “Why? What is my true purpose?” Often, you’ll find that your true purpose extends beyond any specific goal or number on the scale. It calls for a more profound exploration and dedicated time for self-reflection.
Joy in Maine’s Fall: An Intuitive Eating View
The fall season can bring great pleasure as the leaves transition from green to vibrant oranges, reds, and yellows– orchards teem with apples to pick, pumpkin patches to wander, and hay bales to provide a place to rest your feet. Fairs begin to pop up in town after town, sharing a rich history of agriculture, familiar foods, and grin-worthy rides.
Discovering Embodiment: A Path to Body Liberation
This article explores embracing the concept of being present in your body, listening to its signals, and fostering a nurturing relationship: Embodiment. Read more to discover what we mean when we talk about embodiment.