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Seal of Approval



"Affirmations and approval are not the same thing. I spent years seeking the approval of others, approval that I was good enough, skinny enough, pretty enough, and smart enough, and, no matter how hard I tried, I always came up short-handed.  We will never earn the approval that we are seeking from others, so stop looking to others to define you or validate you.  You don't need the approval of others.  Live with confidence in who you are and in how you are living and give compliments and affirmations to those who are journeying alongside you in authenticity." -Trish Blackwell







Copyright, 2016, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.














Tuesday Thoughts



I've been doing lots of reflecting today and realizing that lack of self love is directly related to how we let others treat us. If you don't treat yourself with love and respect, you will let others treat you poorly. What are you tolerating in your current relationships? Treat yourself with love and kindness and it will transfer outward! Do not let someone get comfortable disrespecting you! 




Copyright, 2016, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.


Unconditional Love, Inner Peace, Self-Acceptance

This afternoon I stopped by The Enchanted Garden in Richfield, MN to pick up some stones for protection. I'm a very sensitive and intuitive person and have been reading about how I can shield myself from the negative energy of others.  As I walked in I was stunned with all the beauty of the crystals and rocks. Mother Earth sure produces some amazing things! Below is a photo of Amethyst I took. 


I purchased six different stones today and the one I know I needed the most is Rose Quartz.  The owner of the store showed me a reference book where I sought out the spiritual meaning:


"Rose quartz is the stone of unconditional love, inner peace, emotional healing, compassion, self-love, and self-acceptance. It is so gentle and has such a high vibration of love that it naturally acts as a protector, warding off negative energy and encouraging you to be in a state of love and light. It purifies and opens up the heart chakra, clearing away old emotional wounds, pain, or trauma.

Rose quartz allows you to both give and receive love and find a healthy balance between the two. It has universal feminine qualities and therefore is very nurturing and great for mothers and children or anyone needing a mother or feminine protection and understanding in your life. It nurtures and protects your inner child, and comforts intuitives, empaths or anyone who is feeling particularly sensitive or vulnerable.

It is a very calming, reassuring stone so makes you feel at peace. It helps you to see the beauty around you and to stay in a more positive light. It can help beautify your thoughts and intentions. If you are going through a period of change or transition, it can help you accept the road ahead and the sense of the unknown more easily. 

You can use rose quartz to draw love to you through its feminine power, whether that mean cleansing and healing current relationships, or manifesting new ones that soothe the heart. It also  mends and comforts broken hearts."



I'm writing this tonight to make you aware of your own self love and self worth. How are you treating yourself and your body? Maybe it's time to make a few changes! <3 


Affirmation:  “I safely open and heal my heart. I truly forgive, love and accept myself. My inner child is safe and I am safe. It is safe to love and open my heart to love. I am accepted, whole and have harmonious, peaceful relationships. I AM LOVE.” ~ Natalia Kuna






Copyright, 2015, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.



Make Life Less Complicated



Constantly worrying about what others think about you is like living in a prison cell. Love and accept yourself and focus on your own life, not pleasing others! Once you learn to do this you will set yourself free! Don't make your life more complicated and chaotic than it already may be! 




Copyright, 2014, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutrition and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.



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Phone App for my Emotional and Disordered Eaters

I'm excited about the new phone app I downloaded on my phone this morning! So many people come into my office with body image issues, low self esteem, and disordered eating. I see a little of myself in each of them. This app was mentioned in another blog I was reading and I decided to check it out! It's called "Rise Up: Overcome Your Eating Disorder." It's free and is available to download in the ITunes Store. Download Here






















You can check in your emotional status, log your food intake at each meal and snack, set reminders and  positive affirmations to pop up throughout the day.  It also includes coping skills for relationships, emergencies, body image, mindfulness, and suggestions for journal activities.  This app can be beneficial for anyone who is trying to lose weight and have a better relationship with food, it is not strictly just for people who have an eating disorder (ED).

I wanted to share this new resource with you especially if you are a techie. It seems our phones are attached to our bodies these days! Please share any feedback with me after using the app! I would love to hear what you think of it!


Be Well! Let you Light Shine!

Jackie :-)


Copyright, 2013, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutrition and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.

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Human Connection-One Thing I am Thankful For

I'm a true believer in the statement that "things happen for a reason." I look at my past and current life and can pinpoint exactly why people, opportunities, and setbacks have been placed in front of me. It's crazy to think I'm 30 years old and living in my parent's basement, but I know I am back here in Iowa to serve a predestined purpose and it's just part of my journey.  I went on a few dates with a guy last week and when I told him I lived with my parents and why, he responded, "That is very responsible of you." I was a tad shocked but it's exactly what I needed to hear! I'd never thought of it that way. 

Sometimes we have to take a few steps back before we can move forward in life.  Numerous people have crossed my path who have shaped and molded my very being. I think and reflect continuously on experiences and the woman I have become.  Friends have filtered through the years and I know the majority will never forget me as I will never forget them! Human connection and love are tied to our energy flow. 

I am so grateful for all the friends both young and old I've had over the past 12 years. From high school, to college, to Carroll, Minneapolis, and now back around my hometown. They have taught me lessons and reminded me time and time again to love and believe in myself. They loved me when I was negative, crabby, and at my lowest weight ready to give up altogether.  I've visited friends in my pajamas multiple times just for a hug and therapeutic crying session... 

Real friends are non-judgmental, honest, accepting, and show unconditional love. Here are a few photos of friends who have impacted me tremendously! If your are not pictured please do not hold it against me, I just couldn't find a decent photo of us together on my Facebook! LOL!! ;-)  Some I haven't talked to in years but wanted you to know I think of you often. Thank you for everything!! You know who you are!!  LOVE YOU!! HUGS! 



























Copyright, 2013, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutrition and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.


www.optimumwellnessmn.com