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Jacob is a Motivational Speaker, Author, Professional Development Educator and Content Creator dedicated to helping people live inspired lives. In 2016 Jacob’s son passed away and that experience changed his life forever. It was the turning point in his life that became the catalyst for him to help others live inspired lives through writing books, creating content, and speaking on stages all over the world. Jacob believes we can all live inspired lives by focusing on our strengths rather than our weaknesses, living with intention, and looking for the good in our daily lives.
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The new year is here and with it often comes resolutions for how we may want to shift habits or aspects of our lives. How can you set yourself up for success with your goals and intentions for the new year?

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A Better Way to Build Health & Wellness Resolutions The new year is here and with it often comes resolutions for how we may want to shift habits or aspects of our lives. For many of us, these goals tend to focus on our health and wellness. A 2021 American survey found the vast majority of New Year's resolutions are centred around doing more exercise,...

Self-care doesn't have to be complicated

It's the little things that matter

What's so great about coconuts?
🥥 Coconut "meat" contains a variety of minerals, including manganese, copper, selenium, phosphorus, potassium, and iron.
🥥 Coconut oil is high in MCTs which provide a rapid energy source that your body can absorb and use faster than other types of saturated fat.
🥥 Lauric acid in coconut oil may have antimicrobial properties against a variety of harmful microorganisms.
🥥 Coconut oil may help strengthen your hair by increasing flexibility and reducing the breakage of hair strands.
🥥 Coconut water is effective at replenishing fluids and electrolytes after exercise. It’s comparable to other sports beverages.
What's your favourite part of the coconut to consume?

Take care of every part of you 🧠

Today's Mantra

Why are bananas are so great?
🍌 Unripe bananas may contain decent amounts of resistant starch, which functions like fiber, aiding your gut and promoting healthy blood sugar levels
🍌 Their resistant starch and pectins may promote colon health
🍌 Bananas contain several healthy antioxidants including dopamine and catechin
🍌 They are a good source of potassium and vitamins B6 and C

Hunger cues look different to different people. Learn your own hunger cues to ensure you build trust with your body and nourish it when it's asking to be fed.

Balance is the key to everything. What we do, think, say, eat, feel, they all require awareness and through this awareness, we can grow.

What's so great about sweet potatoes?
🍠 They’re high in antioxidants that protect your body from free
radical damage and chronic disease.
🍠 Sweet potatoes contain fiber and antioxidants that promote the growth of good gut bacteria and contribute to a healthy gut.
🍠 Sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene and anthocyanins, antioxidants that may help prevent vision loss and improve eye health.
🍠 Try them baked, fried or roasted!

👣 What's a commute walk? If you're working from home and no longer need to commute to the office, a commute walk is a short walk that you can do to start and end your day and signal to your body that your work day has started / ended.
👣 It's not only an amazing way to incorporate movement into your day but it also helps create a separation from work and home, helps put you in the mindset for work and it's free!

Repeat after me "I am enough". Now say it again.

What's so great about apples?
🍎 Apples are great source of Vitamin C and fiber (both soluble and insoluble)
🍎 The pectin in apple acts as a prebiotic which feeds your good gut bacteria
🍎 Apples are great eaten raw (with skin), stewed or in baked treats

Sometimes we think we're just having a bad day or a bad week. But when these things add up, it can lead to burnout. Notice the warning signs ahead of time!

It doesn't matter how slow you go, as long as you don't stop.

Do you eat bell peppers? What's so great about them?
🔺 Bell peppers, also called sweet peppers are high in antioxidants such as capsanthin, violaxanthin, lutein, quercetin, and luteolin.
🟩 They are a great source of vitamin C, vitamin K1, vitamin E, vitamin A and folate.
🟡 They have amazing benefits for eyesight and can be great for anemia, especially when paired with meat or spinach.

We had an amazing time chatting with Thriver about all things wellness! Have a look and listen!

Podcast: Wellness Programs & Employee Engagement | Thriver Blog Listen to our latest podcast on best wellness programs to engage your employees in daily wellness habits and increase communal feel in the workplace.

Gentle reminders.

Why is kiwi so great?
🥝 They're a great source of vitamin C and can help boost immune function
🥝 They have a good amount of dietary fiber which can improve digestion
🥝 Kiwi contains zeaxanthin and lutein which are essential nutrients for our vision
🥝 What's your favourite fruit?

There's more than 1 way to enjoy breakfast! What's your favourite breakfast food?

🚫 Have you tried to whip yourself into shape by using negative feedback and negative self-talk?
🚫 Did you call yourself “fat” or “lazy” or even “disgusting"?
💔 Self-hatred won't help you overcome your struggles.
🔹 You may doubt that your words and thoughts about your body have any effect on your body or on your behaviours. But if words matter in your relationships with other people, surely they matter in your relationship with your own body too.
♥️ Can you imagine what it would be like if you stopped struggling against your body and started working with it? No matter how you feel your body has failed you, no matter what your thoughts tell you about your body, you can declare unconditional positive regard toward your body, nurturing a new, more mature relationship with your body.

Why is asparagus so great?
🔹Asparagus is a good source of antioxidants, including vitamins C and E, flavonoids and polyphenols
🔹As a good source of fiber, asparagus promotes regularity and digestive health and may help reduce your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes
🔹Asparagus is high in folate, an important nutrient that helps reduce the risk of neural tube defects during pregnancy
🔹Asparagus is a delicious and versatile vegetable that’s easy to incorporate into your diet. Add it to salads, frittatas, omelets and stir-fries

Walking is free, easy to do and is good for you in so many ways.
Did you go for a walk today?

Your self-worth cannot be measured on a scale.
You are beautiful.
You are worthy.
You are boundless.

We all know strawberries are delicious but why are they good for you?
🍓Strawberries are a good source of vitamin C, manganese, folate and potassium
🍓The antioxidants and phytochemicals found in strawberries may help to reduce inflammation of the joints, which may cause arthritis
🍓They help regulate blood sugar and manage blood pressure
🍓Enjoy strawberries as a healthy snack, in a salad, smoothie or in desserts.

Self-care check in! What practice fills your cup?

What's so great about arugula?
🍃 It's a good source of calcium, potassium, folate, vitamin C, vitamin A and vitamin K
🍃 It's heart protective effects due to a high concentration of beneficial plant compounds, including polyphenols and organosulfur compounds
🍃 Arugula is a source of glucosinolates, which are sulfur-containing substances. Glucosinolates may be responsible for arugula’s bitter taste and its cancer-fighting power
🥗 How do you use it? Arugula is delicious raw, and it can be used as a healthy add-on topping for pizza, nachos, sandwiches and wraps

How to incorporate self-care in every meal:
⏺️ Incorporate lots of fruits and veggies
⏺️ Use herbs and spices
⏺️ Eat for your gut
⏺️ Eat regularly
⏺️ Have healthy fats
⏺️ Pay attention to your plate