GROW with Gillian

I gave up New Year’s Resolutions a few years ago when I realized that it was the same old thing every time. I would make a promise to myself to be in better shape, or drink a green juice every day or something else and inevitably, I would never keep it. . . Then, I would either feel guilty, or ineffective, or ashamed at my lack of willpower. I would take on the narrative that I was less than the others who seemed to keep theirs. .... . But the thing is, most people don’t keep them. Because resolutions are usually not much more than a nice, exciting idea, without a solid plan, or support to get us there. We are basically destined to fail. Not because the idea was wrong, but because we didn’t have what we needed to be successful. And then we feel mentally and emotionally bad about it. . . Well, no more! I decided that if I was going to make changes in my life, I would have a plan. I would have support. I would know how I was going to get from point A to point B. I would ask for help and I would get it. And I would be more kind to myself along the way. . . Because I now had the most important job. The job of being a great mother. So HOW I felt inside mattered just as much as how I felt and looked on the outside. . . So now I am cheering for you to adopt healthy, helpful New Years Resolutions. Ones that build you up, and set you up for the most success. You can start a new exercise regime or make a change any day, any time. The best time is when you have a plan. . . You got 2020, mama. . . . . . #healthymotherhod #healthymom #newyearsresolutions #nye2020 #newyearsday #momtruths #canadianmom #psychotherapist #holisticnutritionist #mindfulmama #parenting #anxietyfree #momanxiety #maternalhealth #maternalmentalhealth #ppa #ppd #postpartum #selfcompassion See more

Successful Christmas baking!!!! I didn’t get a chance to do all the cookies and squares this year but I was determined to at least have a great dessert for Christmas dinner! This one’s a paleo spiced gingerbread cake No gluten, no grains, no dairy, no refined sugar All yumminess for mamas and the entire family. Happy Christmas!!!!! #christmasbaking #paleolifestyle #healthymoms #healthyeatinghabits #momlife #happymom #anxietyfree #dowhatyoucan #mindfulliving #bravingwildmotherhood #motherzenwellness #zenmama

Magical snowflakes #winterwonderland #lovecanada #truenorth #snowflakes #mindfulliving #anxietyfree

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