Need some inspiration? Here's how some of our readers nourish themselves to live well.
"To live well I make sure that I do everything possible to achieve total
body wellness every day. This means staying positive, eating well,
staying active and trying to incorporate peace into my day.
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Kelly J. of New Albany, OH
"I believe in nourishing my heart by surrounding myself with people I
love. My husband, my children and my friends provide a constant source
of sustenance for me. I nourish my soul by doing volunteer work, and I
nourish my body by using food and drink in moderation.
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Carol R. of Fredericksburg, VA
"I live well by nourishing my heart with friends and family, my soul with
faith and the beauty of the world, my mind with an interesting job and
yoga, and my body by exercising everyday and following the South Beach
diet (full of wonderful foods that are good for me)for 4 years!
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Barbara H. of Rochester, NY
"I find something to be happy about every day. It includes praising and
supporting all those around me and helping them to become better
leaders. My daily nutrition includes low calorie snacks, water &
balanced meals. South Beach has helped me stay on track!
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Joyce M. of Gilbert, SC
"I nourish my soul by listening to my girls laugh, I nourish my mind by
reading, I nourish my marriage by spending quality time with my husband,
I nourish my body by eating the South Beach style.
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Darby P. of Kansas City
Need some inspiration? Here's how some of our readers nurture themselves to live well.
"My husband and I take a moment everyday to tell each other something that we love about each other - whether it be something silly or very deep. This renews our spirits and reminds us how important we are to each other."
Kristina J. Fort Pierre, SD
"Be authentic, relax, enjoy life, and laugh. Never be afraid to show your true emotions. Always strive to be considerate of others. Express yourself. Set achievable goals. Reward yourself. Exercise free will and take a big deep breath at least once a day and release everything you want to come out."
Winnie N. Philadelphia, PA
"I nurture myself to live well by slowing down and taking the time to enjoy life and to do things that make me happy. I read, meditate, pray and often just daydream! By slowing down, I gain new perspective on life and see what is really important."
Dana B. Basehor, KS
"Whenever I start to feel overly critical, annoyed, or sorry for myself, I make a gratitude list. I write down ten things that I am grateful for--my health, that my car is reliable, that my home is safe, that I love my job--and by the time I have thought of ten items that are good, it is easier for me to take the annoying, discouraging, and difficult problems in stride."
A.S. Atlanta, GA
"I live well by feeding my body healthful foods, by feeding my mind with positive thoughts, and by feeding my spirit with unlimited joy. Thanks to ideas garnered from Real Simple, I have recreated my life by exercising daily, simplifying my family's lifestyle, and recognizing the power of choice."
Jaquelin F. Spring, TX

