Living Encouraged

01/20/2018

I work 10 hour days and twice this week alone, I put in 11 hour days at the office. For those that don't know, I spend my days facilitating Healthy Lifestyle & Weight Loss Management Classes for Corporate America. This is a picture of my top shelf, or better known as my lifeline, with Kettle & Fire Bone Broth front and center. You'll also recognize the new Quinoa bowls that I'm in love with that I raved about in another post. Right now, Kettle & Fire has a really great deal where you can get up to three cartons free with purchase! If you haven't tried their new Mushroom Chicken it is sooooooo good! I personally order a case of all 3 flavors at a time. As I type this, I realize I'd better order again, tonight, because work for me is only revving up for me! If you'd like to take advantage of this offer before it expires, you can click the link on my profile & find it at the top or visit https://www.kettleandfire.com/reginamventinews-jan18

01/15/2018

"Faith is taking the first step when you can't see the whole staircase" - Martin Luther King Jr. I went on on my 2nd ride yesterday and it was absolutely magical. 7 years ago, I laid in my bed with the inability to flex or extend my left knee and leg. I was locked into a leg immobilizer at 0 degrees from my ankle to my hip. I was in so much pain and with that came a darkness I had become all to familiar with many years before, when I felt trapped in a very abusive relationship. Many things in my life had to change to get me rehabilitated and out of braces. I had to change my habits in Nutrition, Exercise, Sleep, Stress... Pretty much the whole shebang. But God is faithful. With hope, faith, love, hardwork, perseverance and prayers, I took those first step(s). I'm happy to share with you the views from the top of this staircase, they are like no other. ❤️-Regina @ Vegas, Nevada

01/13/2018

UltraCalming by is my favorite segment in the line. They've just released two new products, Calm Water Gel which boasts Apple Fruit and Cactus Pear extracts that lock in moisture and defend skin against dryness in a weightless water gel formula & the new Barrier Defense Booster that uses soothing Oat Oil to reinforce the skin's protective barrier. I'm gonna start both of these products this weekend and then do a full write up. Thanks Dermalogica, I am so excited about it!

12/23/2017

There's such an ebb and flow to discovering health and wellness. No simple answers and no one size fits all. Working as a Certified Health Coach in a corporate position, I have the privilege to be a part of the journey for hundreds, and it truly is an amazing experience. In my own home, our journey has led us to pursue Laser Therapy and alternative "medicine". The Vet prescribed NSAIDS & pain meds but warned of the dangers and harmful effects to his Liver. My dear friend Lola recommended that we check into CBD oil and we've never looked back! I changed his brand and dosage yesterday and we will continue to explore wellness as we celebrate another year and Christmas season together.

12/05/2017

Over the weekend, I participated in a Steps Challenge where I logged in over 35,000 steps. It wasn't that long ago that I was in orthopedic braces. I've had a handful of reconstructive surgeries involving my left knee/leg. At one point, I was on cruthes for 1/4th of a year. In fact, this past Thanksgiving was the first one in 7 years that I celebrated without wearing my brace! Although today I have a limp, an ugly bruise, a stiff knee and have worn my cryo cuff for almost my entire workday, it was worth it and I'd do it again (can't wait to beat that number)! It was a challenge, a learning experience, an opportunity for growth. I now know what I can accomplish and where I need to make adjustments. What big goal do you have to finish out your year?

09/24/2017

There's a new post on the blog http://www.sophroneo.com/blog/2017/09/23/coffee-should-you-or-shouldnt-you. I'm talking about caffeine sensitivity and that daily cup of java. I'm also sharing what changes have occurred now that we celebrate our first 90 days living in Las Vegas. Head over now and tell me what you think.

09/06/2017

09/02/2017

It may Always Be Sunny in Philadelphia where Soja spent his first 5 years, but it sure is dark here in Vegas when I take him for our walks after work (this pic a few nights ago) 😂. So guys, I have been incredibly busy these past few weeks with many changes happening in my life & my practice. They've been good changes, so nothing to worry about, but it's kept me relatively absent from Social Media and being apart of your lives and magic that you share. I have really missed you!! I will be posting more of the details surrounding me/Sophroneo™ with my mailing list and then on the interwebs as soon as some of the info is fined tuned. Happy Labor Day Weekend!!!

08/19/2017

Adaptability. Compromise. Rolling With The Punches. They can all be pretty big words to swallow for those who have had to experience losses physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually. Some of you have had to endure big challenges and changes all at once. Our first weekend in Vegas, we came home through the front door and Soja immediately bolted. He took off running and both Brandon & I went right after him. B told him to stop and commanded him to come back. I had quickly grabbed his leash that was by the door before going after him (I knew B had him in his sight). He was about two blocks up when I neared him. I said Soj, you want to go for a walk with Mommy? He came back near me and I attached his leash to his collar. Brandon headed back towards our home and I went on that walk with Soja as promised. Challenges and Changes happen. They happen to the best of us. They happen when we may be least expecting, least prepared. But there is beauty to be found and felt in every season. And you don't have to run and be worried. There is always someone willing to walk by your side.
❤️-Regina

08/17/2017

It is back to school here in Las Vegas! For those who have children/grandchildren to prep for lunches and snacks and are always on the hunt for ideas, my sweet friend Elizabeth Chandler Stines sent along her go-to ideas. She writes, "an hour of easy prep - is a lifesaver - 3 lunches, 3 dinners, snacks for on the go - what's on the menu? Fruit, carrots, turkey meatballs, mac n cheese with puréed squash."
Have any snack/meal ideas that you'd like to share? I'd love to hear from you. Please share your favorites in the comments below.