Capessa is a community of everyday women making positive changes. The Capessa blog provides inspiration, advice, understanding and conversation and celebrates the collective wisdom of women. http://health.yahoo.com/experts/ Wed, 23 Jul 2008 19:34:24 -0800 Yahoo! http://health.yahoo.com/experts/capessa/3566/road-tested-tips-for-a-healthy-summer-vacation/ As concerned parents you’re tempted to stop at the closest restaurant, whatever it is! To help you avoid the lure of fast food and other not-so-nutritious solutions, below are some tips for healthier eating while traveling. Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:37:05 -0800 Wendy Crump http://health.yahoo.com/experts/capessa/3563/walk-131-miles-in-these-shoes/ As I stood at the front of the room looking at the crowd, I realized my toes really hurt. If you caught a glimpse of my three-inch heels, you might surmise they had caused the pain--but you'd be wrong. Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:20:12 -0800 Jennette Fulda http://health.yahoo.com/experts/capessa/3561/ads-influence-kids-food-choices/ Studies show that about half of all advertisements during children’s programs are for food, and the majority of these products are fast food, sugary cereals and other foods high in fat, sugar or sodium. In other words, the ads are mainly promoting low-nutrient dense foods. Thu, 10 Jul 2008 07:47:00 -0800 Wendy Crump http://health.yahoo.com/experts/capessa/3557/3-tips-to-get-out-of-a-rut/ By being thankful for your life now, as it is today (craziness and all), you open the door to abundance. We can definitely learn from each experience, and figure out the purpose it serves in our lives. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 20:18:57 -0800 Jennifer Tuma-Young http://health.yahoo.com/experts/capessa/3554/keep-your-kids-busy-in-the-summer/ School’s finally over. No more rushed mornings trying to get everyone out of the house and yourself to work. No more packing lunches. And certainly no more parent involvement in school activities -- at least for a little while. And then it hits -- what are you going to do with your child for the next few months? How is he going to keep busy? For those of you who work -- how will you know he’s safe while you’re at the office? Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:07:27 -0800 Caroline S. Clauss-Ehlers http://health.yahoo.com/experts/capessa/3549/surviving-the-sandwich/ Millennials, Millennials everywhere. As the largest generation in American history, they’re entering the workforce by the millions, and the blogosphere by the dozens. Today’s twenty-somethings are ambitious, empowered and outspoken, and they want personal and professional fulfillment right now. Thu, 26 Jun 2008 23:09:58 -0800 Alexandra Levit http://health.yahoo.com/experts/capessa/3547/exercising-gave-me-more-than-just-a-nice-butt/ I have lost a “few pounds” many times in my life. But I could never stick to a diet for very long and could never keep off the few pounds that I managed to lose. In hindsight, I see that in order for me to lose the weight that I did, and in order for me to keep it off, I had to learn to how to exercise. I had to get physically healthy first before I could get mentally healthy and address my eating issues. Mon, 16 Jun 2008 23:59:25 -0800 Micaela Devaney http://health.yahoo.com/experts/capessa/3476/6-tips-to-find-a-job-you-love/ There’s nothing all that special about women who have careers we all covet – they’re just like you and me. As unattainable as their situations might sound, with the right amount of forethought and preparation, you can successfully transition into a job that will have you singing along with the radio during your morning commute. Fri, 02 May 2008 19:24:42 -0800 Alexandra Levit http://health.yahoo.com/experts/capessa/3473/relieve-stress-with-your-senses/ Stress is something our minds create out of situations, demands and striving for the elusive “life balance.” The good news is, if we create it, then we can control it. So define what stress means in your world. Decide to make it something positive, instead of a nasty term. For example, if stress to you is a stack of bills, redefine stress to be working out or doing yoga. Once you realize stress is in your hands, you’re better equipped to handle it. Use all of your five senses - sight, sound, smell, touch and taste - to relieve and release stress. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:14:10 -0800 Jennifer Tuma-Young http://health.yahoo.com/experts/capessa/3466/3-steps-in-3-minutes-to-relaxation/ Close your eyes and go to the beach! Spring break is here, and while some of us are partying it up at exotic destinations, the rest of us are working like dogs. What we can do in the face of the looming tasks is take a few moments every day for some hard-earned relaxation and reflection. Maybe you want to go to that favorite destination that brings you peace, tranquility, harmony, vitality, health and overall peace of mind. It turns out that no one except us can give us that time and energy it takes to make the decision to just stop for a minute. Fri, 18 Apr 2008 04:34:13 -0800 Aymee Coget