Off The Cuff with Christa Cooper

Just Breathe ... Everything is going to be OK. I have been stressed out and my anxiety through the roof lately, just like many of you but we're all doing the best we can! We need to give ourselves more credit and learn to adjust and adapt with what's in front of us. I just wanted to connect and fill your mind with positive vibes and hope as we head into the school year with our children. They need us now more than ever. Have faith over fear, we got this!

Life is pretty crazy right now, right? Feeling overwhelmed? Don't worry you are not alone. We all want what's best for our kids but with the unknown right now, it's hard to keep it together. This is just a friendly reminder that everything is going to be OK and you are doing a great job. I needed this for myself and wanted to share it with you. Here are 10 reasons why you are a better parent than you think you are :) Keep smilin' you got this!

Let's admit it, life is CRAZY right now! I have just locked myself in my bedroom to catch up with you guys! I wanted to share some tips on things you can do for yourself in the midst of everything else going on around you. It's best we keep ourselves a priority and find ways to make the best out of every day. From finding ways to enjoy your own personal time, to staying active and getting into a routine. Let's catch up on this crazy life and hope you get something out of this chat to help you in your every day life.

I am not even sure how long we have been at home now ... but let's not focus on that. Let's focus on what we can control and that is your health. I dive into some tips to staying healthy at home from what you eat, getting active and healthy parenting. Don't look back in a few months and wish you would have started. Start now and take control of your life and health :)

Quick check in during life in quarantine. I have really enjoyed taking on some new hobbies, like gardening and running. Who would have thought? I challenge you to find some new ways to enjoy your time and truly find what brings you joy. Here's my story on some new found happiness in my life.

Just a quick check in as we are in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. It's been a few weeks since I have posted an episode as I have been trying to adjust to this new way of life, as I am sure you are too! I am ready to chat, vent and share words of advice and motivation with our new life challenges.

So many people ask me, "How do you do it?" I honestly don't have the answer because this is life right? What I can do is share a few tips and nuggets of advice on changes I have made in my life, in hopes it can help others as well. Living a healthy life isn't hard but it does take some focus, dedication and change that is well worth it in the end! I hope you enjoy these tips and able to incorporate even just one into your life that can make a huge difference! Busy mama ... YOU are worth it and I am here for you.

This week I dive into a quote that has stuck with me recently, "It's not about the weight you lose but the life you gain." I shared a picture of myself on social media from a year ago and I honestly surprised myself with the weight I have lost and the life I have gained. I didn't know where I would be today when I started my health journey last year but with hard work, determination and focus I can say I love where I am today and there is no stopping me now. Hear more of my story in this episode on just how living a healthy life can truly fulfill your life in so many ways! I hope you enjoy it!

It's a new month! February is here ... love month! I thought I would share a story that filled my heart this past weekend at home. My husband and daughter bonding over school projects, like seriously, it was the best to just watch them work together. With it being February, I want to encourage you to find love within yourself and challenge you to find a support group that will help you reach your goals. I recently have found one myself and so excited about it! In this episode you'll learn more about that and a simple assignment you can do for yourself that may help motivate you towards finding happiness and reach your goals too! Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy!

This week I focus on surrounding yourself with happy and what happiness can do for your health. Studies show being happy is actually good for you! It's not just a smile on your face ... it's a whole bunch of things you can do to be a happier person and in turn a healthier person!