Happy & Healthy with Amy

Are you trying to declutter and finding yourself feeling a bit overwhelmed by the task at hand? Then you're going to want to listen to this episode because I've got Stephanie Cordova, professional organizer, back sharing some of best tips on decluttering. We'll be talking about: The 3 most common mistakes people make when they start decluttering projects The one thing you want to do...

What do you want? I'm talking about what you really, really want... not what's realistic or what someone else wants for you or what society says we should want. What do you really want? And do you know how to get it? Well, the first thing you need to know is there's no such thing as failure. And if you're wondering what I mean by that, then I want to introduce you to one of my...

When it comes to spring cleaning, is decluttering one of the tasks on your to-do list? If it is, but you've been kind of stuck there, maybe it's because you don't really know where to start and what the process needs to look like.  I got you. In this episode, professional organizer Stephanie Cordova shares the 9 key steps to declutter your home and office. It's a really good on...

How did you sleep last night? And did you get enough sleep? In other words, did you get enough REM sleep and deep sleep?  Because these two stages of sleep address different parts of your brain and body. If you don't know the answers to these questions, if you want to prioritize sleep, but have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, this is an episode you don't want to miss. In this e...

When you go to the grocery store, do you find yourself looking at food labels and thinking that you're helping yourself by eating non-fat foods, or low fat versus whole fat? When you're looking at milk, are confused about what you need to know when it comes to fat, saturated fat, unsaturated fat? Or the problem with trans fats and partially hydrogenated oils?  Or whether you need to take...

Do you want to lose weight? Is that one of your goals for this year? I'm not talking about losing the weight - only to gain it back, and then some. I'm talking about lasting weight loss. Then you need to know that one of the keys to fat loss is actually strength training, and in order to support your strength training efforts, we need to look at the nutrition side of the equation. I&apos...

Are you trying to eat healthier, but not really sure what it's supposed to look like? If you're trying to lose weight in a healthy way, and you hear folks talk about keto... But then you also hear folks say, "No, you need carbohydrates," and then some folks are telling you, "Stop labeling carbs as good and bad," and so you're really just lost and don't know...

Do you remember the scene from Star Wars where Luke Skywalker says, "These aren't the droids you're looking for?" Do you remember that Jedi mind trick? And do you wish you had that kind of influence where you could get someone to either do or stop doing something? Or better yet, use that trick on yourself to either break an old habit that no longer serves you or actually make a...

Have you heard about this guy on TikTok named Kevin Maginnis, who is using the mantra "French fries to fit guy," and his plan to lose weight by eating only McDonald's for a hundred days? Well, if you want to know what is actually essential for a well designed fitness program, instead of listening to this financial services guy, listen to this podcast episode where I walk you through...

Do you know the key to getting results? Of course you do. It's taking action. But do you find yourself procrastinating, feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or telling yourself you're simply too busy? If so, this probably means your efforts have stalled. But YOU GOT GOALS! And if that requires change, it means finding the courage to get out of your comfort zone. In this episode, I'm sh...

Have you considered how much your physical surroundings affect how you feel and the decisions you make? When it comes to healthy habits, I'm not just talking about a pantry makeover or taking a look at what's in your refrigerator and putting healthier foods inside. I'm talking about actually designing a beautiful space to support you in creating the life you want and, with that, tho...

Do  you  have some big goals that you really want to accomplish, and yet you find yourself procrastinating? Do you find yourself spending more time and energy on coming up with reasons why not to do something, as opposed to having your focus, attention and action in the present to move you forward? In other words, you've got your energy either tied up in the past or in the future because you&...

Have you heard of Ozempic or Wegovy? They are the brand names for semaglutide, a drug that is being touted by celebrities for some very dramatic weight loss results. Now, if you are thinking about using this drug to help you on your weight loss journey, this is a podcast episode you don't want to miss. I'm going to be unpacking all of it and helping you figure out whether or not this is...

Do you know the difference between an outcome-based habit and an identity-based habit? One is focused on what you want to achieve, while the other is about who you are becoming. And if you want to become a joyful eater, if you want to be able to look at your New Year's resolutions next year and have them be a completely new set of resolutions, this is an episode you are going to want to liste...

When it comes to lasting weight loss, do you already know what to do and what not to do... and your struggle is really just about how to make it happen?  In other words, how to be consistent? If you're nodding your head, this is an episode you do not want to miss, because in this episode, I'm going to be sharing with you the exact step-by-step method I use with my private one-on-one clie...

Are you an empty nester? And now that your kids are grown and flown, do you find yourself asking now what? Now what do I do? Because all that time and energy that you spent on raising your kids and making sure that they're well adjusted, contributing members of society... Well, your job is done. You did a great job! Of course, it's also perfectly natural to be asking, "What's n...

What is your why? It's one of the first questions I ask clients when we sit down and meet. It's an important question to ask and to know the answer to because, as Purpose Coach Laurie Wright says, "Living from your purpose is the fastest way to find everyday meaning and true happiness in your life." If this is something that you are trying to figure out, in this episode, Laurie...

Do any of your goals for the New Year include getting stronger and fitter, or losing a few pounds, or spending more time with friends and family? If you answered yes, then chances are becoming a joyful eater is exactly what you're looking for.  Becoming a joyful eater means we're looking at you as a whole person.  It's about being healthy, strong and fit, having a healthy relationsh...

As we look forward Into the new year, I'm sharing a two-part series on becoming a joyful eater. In part one, I'm going to talk about the traits of the 5 different eating styles or personas: fearful, unconscious, conscious, intuitive, and joyful. As you listen, you'll find you may identify with more than one, and that's perfectly normal.  The goal is to figure out where you&apos...

As you look back on this past year on 2022, are there any defining moments? Now if you take the time now to really think about it, what did you learn? And what did you learn about yourself? In this episode, I'm going to be sharing with you a defining moment of 2022, and eight important lessons, including: What ONE thing you need to get what you want Why I'm so happy my parents moved from...

When I say that the key to lasting weight loss - to inevitable weight loss - is first to let go of the diet mentality...  If you are not clear on what the diet mentality actually is and what diet culture is all about, then it's going to be really hard to identify what pieces you wanna let go of and what to keep. In today's episode, I'm going to help you see what drives that diet men...

As you think about the upcoming holidays, if you have people in your life who say and do things that you find upsetting or aggravating or frustrating, instead of going down the rabbit hole of negativity, try reframing. Because reframing helps you approach challenges with more optimism, more choices, and more possibilities. And because your words and your thoughts and the questions you ask yourself...

Do you think of yourself as an emotional eater? If so, the first thing I want to do is stop doing that.  Stop thinking of yourself as an emotional eater and understand that emotional eating is merely a habit, a behavior that is triggered by a cue and results in a reward.  And any behavior can be changed. Secondly, emotional eating isn't inherently bad for you. Lastly, emotional eating isn&apo...

One of my favorite quotes about the food police is, "Unless you killed the chef, there is no morality or guilt in what you eat," by Evelyn Tribole. The food police are those voices, either the real ones from people in your life or the ones in your head, that are basically telling you what foods you should or shouldn't eat, or how much you should eat. As a result, you often wind up f...

Just in time for the holiday season, this episode is jam packed with tips to help you deal with travel – whether by air or by land – the stress, and your day of game plan. Let's set you up this holiday season for a heart filled with joy and gratitude so that this can truly be a Happy Thanksgiving. Free Resources: Listen to the 5-minute Guided Body Scan to help you relax and destress Get on th...