If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. In the world of misleading tactics, misinformation, and bogus claims about the latest diet fad, you need to be able to evaluate the information you consume. Take ownership of your health with the right information. Here are red flags to watch out for when researching what foods you should eat or avoid.

Start your personal wellness journey with beginner tips in mindfulness and meditation.

Do you start your day with a burst of energy but crash a few hours later? It’s pretty common for many people but is it normal? Why do we feel tired even after a full night’s rest? What are the consequences of long term chronic fatigue and stress? It’s important to evaluate your stress levels and do a regular check in or health assessment so you can know when to make lifestyle changes and seek professional advice about your health.

If you think you are being productive by staying up late, think again. Sleep deprivation is a common issue that goes unnoticed in our busy lives. The consequences are dramatic. What can you do to avoid sleep procrastination so you can be fully restored and well-rested? When you make sleep a priority, you function at your best potential. Embrace sleep and learn to let go of the day.

If life gifted you an unexpected opportunity, will you be ready to make the most of it? When life throws you a curveball, will you be able to catch it? When we think about “uncertainty”, we might think of it as an event that in unpleasant, unwanted, unplanned. But if you shift gears, focus on what is within your control, and let go of what is beyond your control, suddenly you are able to confront your fears and embrace uncertainty. Suddenly, life opens up in ways you might not have expected... but the question is — will you be able to recognize it? Have the courage and faith to leap.

Explore who you are and what are your values with a simple journal exercise. Explore your feelings and learn how to put intention into your thoughts. Find inspiration from your inner self, your own voice, your own thoughts.

Take control of your mood and health through all of the ups and downs of life and seasonal changes.

Sleep and overall health and wellness is so closely interlinked. While the obvious health and wellness “must do’s” are already known — eat your greens, exercise, maintain a healthy weight, stay hydrated, quit smoking, don’t overdo sugar, get outdoors — many of us still haven’t managed to not only get enough hours of sleep but more importantly get quality sleep.