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The STEW Project + Exercise is Medicine Credential

The STEW Project + Exercise is Medicine Credential I am proud to announce that the STEW Project finally received its ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) Exercise is Medicine Credential! This credential was developed in partnership with the American Medical Association and aims to make physical activity assessment and promotion a standard part of clinical …

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Beyond the Storm: Resetting Your Nervous System After Workplace or Relationship Toxicity

Beyond the Storm: Resetting Your Nervous System After Workplace or Relationship Toxicity Leaving a toxic workplace or a turbulent relationship can feel like finally reaching safe, stable ground after being lost in choppy waters. However, even once you are physically safe, your nervous system may remain in a state of high alert, waiting for the …

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Beyond Willpower: A Busy Professional’s Guide to Mastering Cravings

As a busy professional, your days are likely a high-stakes balancing act of meetings, deadlines, and responsibilities. When food cravings hit, it is common to assume you simply lack the discipline to stay on track. You might find yourself trying to “white-knuckle” your way through sugar cravings, cutting carbs to the point of exhaustion, or …

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Eating Habits that Boost (or Block) Your Intuition

Our intuition, that subtle inner voice guiding us, is profoundly connected to our overall well-being. What we consume impacts not just our physical health but also our mental clarity and ability to tune into our innate wisdom. Certain eating habits can either create a fog that blocks intuitive signals or provide the nourishment that boosts …

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Putting Purpose Behind Movement: What Your Workout is Preparing You For

We often walk into a workout thinking about calories burned, reps completed, or stress relieved. But what if we stepped into that studio, onto that mat, or laced up those shoes with intention? What if every movement we made today was preparing us for who we want to become tomorrow? In our continued series on …

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Are You Actually Avoiding Burnout… or Just Masking It?

Why Your Go-To Strategies Might Be Keeping You Stuck Busy professionals—whether they’re healthcare workers, corporate leaders, educators, or entrepreneurs—often share a common experience: a relentless pace that leaves no room to breathe. They’re used to high stakes, rapid decisions, and juggling endless responsibilities. For many, slowing down feels like falling behind or letting their patients, …