Healthy Vibes for Moms

Have you ever felt behind in life because of what someone else has accomplished? Or found yourself measuring your success against others? Comparison is one of the easiest traps to fall into, yet it often leaves us feeling discouraged, prideful, anxious, or dissatisfied. In this episode, we discuss why comparison is unhealthy from both directions. Whether it causes us to feel inferior or superior, comparison keeps our focus on other people's lives instead of our own journey. You'll learn practical ways to break free from the comparison cycle, find contentment where you are, and focus on becoming who you were created to be. Key Topics: The hidden dangers of comparison Why feeling "less than" hurts our confidence Why feeling "better than" isn't healthy either The impact of social media and constant comparison Gratitude, contentment, and personal growth Measuring progress without comparing ourselves to others Living according to your values and purpose *Bible Verse: * "Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else." - Galatians 6:4 *Reminder for Today: * Your worth is not determined by where you stand compared to someone else. Stay focused on your own growth, your own calling, and the next faithful step in front of you

As we round the corner to begin a new year, I encourage you to go against the grain in 2026. Over the years, I have empowered you to live simply, slow down, and learn to say no, to improve your health, relationships, and life. This year I encourage you to be even more bold, honest, and courageous in your voice and choices. What do I mean? I strongly believe to live your healthiest, most authentic, peaceful, and absolute best life...you have to go against what is celebrated, supported, and expected in this world. And, you have to ignore the distractions, and not get caught up in them. If you want support creating real change, my Personal Wellness Consulting offers 1-on-1 guidance to help you slow down, clarify your priorities, and build a life that actually feels aligned.

Michelle Bexelius, founder of DesignWell Studios — a wellness interior designer, environmental consultant, and integrative health practitioner who helps people create homes and spaces that truly support healing. Michelle blends more than 15 years of wellness design, consulting, environmental inspections and testing. Her work helps people reduce exposure to mold, chemicals, VOCs, allergens, and EMFs — and redesigns them in ways that naturally support the nervous system, sleep, immunity, and emotional wellbeing. She works virtually with homeowners, builders, designers, and developers worldwide, integrating wellness principles into remodels, new construction, and restorative home transformations. Below are Michelle’s recommendations and specials from the podcast: Battery operated alarm clock Blue block glasses and lighting (affiliate link) EMF protection devices for phones/computers (affiliate link) Environmental Wellness Consultation - HEALTHYVIBES discount code $100. Off Book a FREE Discovery Call for any design projects or any support 10% off all Air Quality Purifiers - BREATHEWELL Michelle's email: Michelle@designwellstudios.com Michelle's website: www.designwellstudios.com

Some of us might not be doing enough, but many times when you hit a plateau, you are doing too much of the same thing, or too intense, too often. Change it up. Back off. Give your body, muscles, and mind time to rest and recover. Most of the magic happens during recovery. Don’t underestimate doing something less intense, or having more recovery time.

Most of our relationship struggles come from our selfishness. If selfishness can hurt relationships, then selflessness can help them grow. When we turn our focus onto others and pour into them, a relationship can grow in big ways, and they possibly change too. Gratitude for who they are. Appreciation for having them in your life. Gratitude over expectations will bring a deeper connection to your relationship. He must increase, I must decrease. John 3:30

Our health is affected by our habits, our home, and our place of work. We don’t always think about making changes to our work space, but it is possible. Proven strategies, simple shifts, and small choices that can make all the difference. There are five areas we can evaluate, and choose what changes work for your office, your team, and your environment. At least let’s open our minds to the possibilities. Resources: Workplace Wellness Seminars and Conferences

I honestly believe that these days it is too obvious that the enemy just wants to keep us busy with all the wrong things. There are too many easy distractions, worldly pressures and temptations, holding us back from all the good things we want in life. We are so distracted, we don’t even realize that we are the one that can make the change. This week, pay attention, and become aware of what is holding you back, and I want you to get intentional about beating that distraction. Do not let the enemy win this week.