I had a great time on the #BizGalz Twitter Chat, what a great community!

The topic was, of course, Life-Work Balance, and I had the opportunity to share some tips and strategies while learning about the participants’ habits and solutions.

If you missed the chat, no worries! Below is the recap for you.

INTRO Poll – How would you define how you eat? #BizGalz

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

Of course, health nut all the time! LOL #BizGalz

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

INTRO: Somewhere between the health nut and the sometimes. I don’t over indulge my treats – but not declined either. #BizGalz

— Andrea Villeneuve (@DreaVilleneuve) March 25, 2019

#intro
I do my best to eat as healthy as possible, but I’m not stressing over calories, fats or latest trends > I listen to my body and try to feed it well, but I do digress with occasional sweets, craft beers 😂 #BizGalz https://t.co/nB6jiUplYJ

— Zala Bricelj – #InspireFest Dublin 🇮🇪 🙋😊 (@ZalkaB) March 25, 2019

Q1 Does your relationship with food and exercise change when you get stressed? If so, how? #BizGalz pic.twitter.com/cbEnxaHAcX

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

A1 (1/5): When you feel stressed you might find yourself craving simple carbs (like sweets and refined grains) and processed foods, and you skip your exercise routine #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A1: I totally stress eat – and annoyance eat – and anger eat.

Basically, if there is a bump in the road, I’m stopping for tacos.#BizGalz https://t.co/KVXkPwTDhv

— Kathryn Lang (@Kathrynclang) March 25, 2019

A1 (2/5): This creates a vicious cycle: simple carbs increase serotonin, which improves mood, but only temporarily. When stress comes back, you keep eating those unhealthy foods, and become less active #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A1 (3/5): In the long run, these behaviors increase the dangerous effects of chronic stress, and they can negatively impact your health #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A1 I’ve gotten out of the habit of stress eating. It’s not good for me, my body, or my brain. #BizGalz

— Alissa M. Trumbull (@AnOrchidInBloom) March 25, 2019

I never experienced stress eating, but stress caused burnout and it wasn’t fun #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A1 (4/5): This is why what you eat is important for your physical and mental health because of the body-mind, or gut-brain, connection (about 90% of serotonin is made in our digestive tract) #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A1 Can’t say it does as I eat what I like & exercise throughout the day 🤔 #BizGalz

— BrainBlender🤔🌐 (@BrainBlenderTec) March 25, 2019

A1: I am slowly replacing my stress habits with exercise over food. #BizGalz

— Andrea Villeneuve (@DreaVilleneuve) March 25, 2019

A1 (5/5): Healthier food choices (such as vegetables, berries, fish), regular exercise, and sleep are best to help balance hormones, blood sugar, mood, and keep your stress level in control #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A1 For me it changes daily. I don’t have a regular schedule or work hours, so sometimes I’ll eat super healthy and sometimes I’ll eat sth on the go, in my car even. I try to balance stress eating – try to figure out what’s triggering me & deal with it w/out 🍲 #BizGalz 😉 https://t.co/SShzaYvmIZ

— Zala Bricelj – #InspireFest Dublin 🇮🇪 🙋😊 (@ZalkaB) March 25, 2019

A1: When I am stressed, I fill my tummy with food & sleep. No physical exercise. However, would meditate for 10 mins in bed & lie down in that mood. The entire sleep would have become subconscious analysis. Positive result guaranteed when waking up. #BizGalz https://t.co/yH8moimowG

— SG 🇮🇳 (@Ganesh_Sabari) March 25, 2019

A1. I run reg,but when the stress kicks in; I tend to want to snack more. I’ve tried to discipline myself 2 bring fruits/healthy snacks 2 the office 2 keep me away from the sweets. I also make it a point 2 not skip a run on those days. I always feel better afterwards #BizGalz

— Melissa A.🦉 (@mz_rocko) March 25, 2019

A1. Yes. I’ve been prone to eat when stressed or bored. I have some envy of those who forget to eat when they are stressed. My experience is to keep healthier snacks around. Much easier with a home office. #BizGalz

— Marcy Field (@MarcyLField) March 25, 2019

Q2 What role does mindfulness play in maintaining balance and focus in your life? #BizGalz pic.twitter.com/l3lOoHMmHZ

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

A2 (1/5): By paying attention to the present moment, mindfulness allows us to reduce distractions caused by our fast-paced life, and improve productivity #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A2: Mindfulness makes all the difference. It is one of the reasons if you keep a record of what you do, what you eat, or what you spend then you tend to go better.#BIzGalz https://t.co/KC3tcjpPjq

— Kathryn Lang (@Kathrynclang) March 25, 2019

A2 (2/5): Mindfulness also helps you focus more by allowing us to notice our emotional state and choose our actions or responses accordingly #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A2 I can’t say enough about mindfulness – in the way I take care of myself and the way I interact and care for other people. #BizGalz

— Alissa M. Trumbull (@AnOrchidInBloom) March 25, 2019

A2 (3/5): It’s a great way to lower anxiety caused by negative thoughts related to something that hasn’t happened yet. You can put those thoughts aside when you are aware #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A2 (4/5): Meditation is extremely helpful in cultivating mindfulness, and it can rewire the brain to be more in control of your emotions and feelings #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

Meditation definitely helps with mindfulness. I always feel my mind is clearer afterwards #BIzGalz https://t.co/dFjYEx0hO9

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

A2 Huge. When I am not in touch with myself and forget to do my morning mindful routine & breathe & sleep well, I’m off key. I feel I’m out of synch with myself. I try to remind me gently to keep consistent w/it #BizGalz https://t.co/HzHRJCvwPr

— Zala Bricelj – #InspireFest Dublin 🇮🇪 🙋😊 (@ZalkaB) March 25, 2019

A2 (5/5): Mindful eating is an excellent solution to your stress: you learn how to eliminate emotional eating (and stop the vicious cycle mentioned in A1) #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A2: I take life as it comes. #BizGalz https://t.co/LGHb2dDu1K

— SG 🇮🇳 (@Ganesh_Sabari) March 25, 2019

A2. Being mindful creates awareness and helps me make healthier choices. Or at least I know I’m supposed to. #BizGalz

— Marcy Field (@MarcyLField) March 25, 2019

Q3 Does being in an office help or hurt your healthy habits? #BizGalz pic.twitter.com/zHfTp6RK4W

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

A3: Being in MY office doesn’t seem to help – but it’s a home office, so there’s that.#BizGalz https://t.co/Gg5BfGQaPS

— Kathryn Lang (@Kathrynclang) March 25, 2019

A3 (1/6): It’s totally up to you to live a healthy lifestyle, regardless of the work environment. You should always find ways to maintain your healthy habits #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A3 (2/6): Eat healthy – Bring your own lunch and snacks with nutrient-dense foods rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A3 (3/6): Drink your water! Our brain signals thirst when we lose 1-2% of water in our body, but our dehydration level equals 5% decrease in cognition, causing brain fog #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A3 (4/6): Stay active – Whenever possible, take breaks every hour and stretch, take the stairs instead of elevators, park far from your office #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

Its all about balance really – I love apps like @fitbit but it’s fine to have easy going days. You need to rest too – Jade #BIzGalz

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

A3 Can I say both? I do a lunch share with a colleague – she cooks 2 days a week and I cook 2 days a week. But we do get the office donuts, chips, etc., too. #BizGalz

— Alissa M. Trumbull (@AnOrchidInBloom) March 25, 2019

A3.

One of the
hard ones is
finding opportunities
to stand up and walk around!

See if you can
start a walking club or
schedule in stretch breaks! 🙂 #BizGalz

— Bentley University (@bentleyu) March 25, 2019

A3 simple answer: yes

Long answer: it takes me half an hour to walk to the office but after work I may be too tired that I order some junk food to be delivered#bizgalz

— just Sarah (@xgebi) March 25, 2019

A3 (5/6): If you have employees, consider introducing a wellness program in your company: gym membership, group stretches, vending machines with healthy items such as nuts or low-sugar energy bars, etc. #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A3 (6/6): Your employees will be healthier and more productive, and will reduce your company’s health costs https://t.co/1WWCCY6nLo #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A3: I have a home office so I can step out for breaks as frequently as needed. Usually into the garden, weather permitting. #BizGalz

— Andrea Villeneuve (@DreaVilleneuve) March 25, 2019

A3 It varies by time of the year. More treats and parties around the holidays. So many bad calories! But more support and engagement to workout and eat healthy at the beginning of the year! #BizGalz https://t.co/ccB0BlPpkA

— ⚒Michele C. Heyward🛠 (@MicheleCHeyward) March 25, 2019

A3 Doesn’t effect either way as aside from when I sleep I’m doing different activities throughout the day😎 #BizGalz

— BrainBlender🤔🌐 (@BrainBlenderTec) March 25, 2019

A3. My experience is keeping healthier snacks around is much easier with a home office. #BizGalz

— Marcy Field (@MarcyLField) March 25, 2019

Q4 What are your favorite mid-workday snack foods to get your energy going again? #BizGalz pic.twitter.com/ynOmxEyVot

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

A4 (1/2): My favorites are Energy Balls! You can get my easy recipe here: https://t.co/49t6Nus9ML #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A5. I snack on #ggcrackers which contain a ton of fiber that fills you up! I usually put hummus or peanut butter on them to keep me full until dinner time! #BizGalz

— hannahsulcov (@hannahsulcov) March 25, 2019

A4 Bite-sized dark chocolate! Also, fruit or a protein shake. Best snacks for me. #BizGalz

— Alissa M. Trumbull (@AnOrchidInBloom) March 25, 2019

A4 (2/2): Mixed nuts and seeds are always a great solution on the go. They provide protein, vitamins and fiber, plus magnesium which helps increase energy and calms the brain #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A4 I’m lunch person, so no snacks. Usually dürüm keeps me full until eveninghttps://t.co/VtpeEA3Fvj #bizgalz

— just Sarah (@xgebi) March 25, 2019

Recipes like this are great because they help me stay on track. Taste good and good for you – Jade #BIzGalzhttps://t.co/lW9PRliyFL

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

A4: Lentil Fritters & Coffee. Instant energy boosters! #BizGalz pic.twitter.com/HQ5RUPglKm

— SG 🇮🇳 (@Ganesh_Sabari) March 25, 2019

https://t.co/l6rODJX0vP #BizGalz

— SG 🇮🇳 (@Ganesh_Sabari) March 25, 2019

A4: Avocado with hard boiled eggs, topped with a little salt and chili flakes. Best snack (or breakfast) ever! 🥑🥚 #bizgalz

— Danny Conlon (@MissDannySEO) March 25, 2019

A5 I like cashews throughout the day although dried & cut fruit is always in the mix 😎 #BizGalz

— BrainBlender🤔🌐 (@BrainBlenderTec) March 25, 2019

A4. I enjoy veggies, nuts and cheese for midday snacks. Learned hot water and lemon is great for tiding me over. Too often food is chosen, when actually our body is craving water. #BizGalz pic.twitter.com/aVKuTOrwL5

— Marcy Field (@MarcyLField) March 25, 2019

Q5 Let’s talk about apps: Are there any you find helpful for tracking your lifestyle? #BizGalz pic.twitter.com/7cLhL2wFvf

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

A5 I try not to get into the nitty gritty of tracking calories and all that. I don’t get on scales. Do I feel good? That’s what’s important. #BizGalz

— Alissa M. Trumbull (@AnOrchidInBloom) March 25, 2019

A5 I love #Samsung health tracker on my 📱 I keep track of steps, ☕ & 💦 intake, sleep, activity and stress levels. It helps me keep track of my general well-being #BizGalz https://t.co/i2IXdtcQcX

— Zala Bricelj – #InspireFest Dublin 🇮🇪 🙋😊 (@ZalkaB) March 25, 2019

A5 (1/6): @Nike Training Club App for guided workouts based on different intensities and lengths with videos https://t.co/NQlqCqFzxg #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A5 (2/6): @asanarebel for yoga-inspired fitness https://t.co/MUp2HddY7C #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A5 (3/6): @Sweatcoin to track your outdoor steps and get paid! https://t.co/bkHtpcvuzy #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A5: I’ve tried apps, but tend to forget my phone and that makes me forget to use the app then I get annoyed at not having used the app . . . and we already know I’m an annoyed eater 😉#BizGalz https://t.co/OOcFTa74M9

— Kathryn Lang (@Kathrynclang) March 25, 2019

A5 (4/6): @today_hq to keep your fitness habits on track https://t.co/zYZiiFp1bm #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

#bizgalz https://t.co/c9wjdEtVqR

— just Sarah (@xgebi) March 25, 2019

A5 (5/6): @sleepcycle to track sleep patterns and quality https://t.co/sHnA6Nppo8 #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A5 (6/6): My best for last: @InsightTimer for the largest library of guided meditations https://t.co/noMAdw7B6D #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A5: I notice many using apps that count the pulse rate, heart beat, number of steps taken per day., etc… personally, I do not subscribe to any of these. My instinct is my app. #BizGalz https://t.co/F7B17kFIod

— SG 🇮🇳 (@Ganesh_Sabari) March 25, 2019

I use @fitbit @InsightTimer @calm and @MyFitnessPal #BizGalz

— Marcy Field (@MarcyLField) March 25, 2019

Q6 How can we do a better job of taking the “guilt” out of food? #BizGalz pic.twitter.com/jZ47iPM0s4

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

A6 (1/3): Don’t be too hard on yourself: Stop overthinking and counterbalance with physical activity to release feel-good hormones, or set a healthy goal for the following day / week #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A6 (2/3): Try to understand the reasons why you feel guilty about what you eat: Could it be stress? Emotional eating? Address the cause and work on a solution #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A6 (3/3): Fun thing to do –> Replace ingredients of your favorite recipes with healthier alternatives #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A6 Society has conditioned us to think food is bad – watch what you eat. Eat less sugar. Eat less fat. Stay painfully thin. Watch your weight. We need to change the cultural mindset around eating and appearance to take the guilt out of what/how we eat. #BizGalz

— Alissa M. Trumbull (@AnOrchidInBloom) March 25, 2019

Everything in moderation. And sometimes, screw moderation and just enjoy yourself! – Jade #BIzGalz https://t.co/fVx5EWOYBh

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

A6. I am convinced taking time to savour our food and appreciate mealtimes creates a difference in our relationship with foods. #BizGalz

— Marcy Field (@MarcyLField) March 25, 2019

Q7 Do you think setting a schedule is the way forward when it comes to a healthy lifestyle? #BizGalz pic.twitter.com/cwVvD3C8JR

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

A7: A schedule is important no matter what you are doing – but make sure it’s flexible enough to bend with the storms that will show up!#BIzGalz https://t.co/mI0WuPcez2

— Kathryn Lang (@Kathrynclang) March 25, 2019

A7 Yes and no. Having a routine is great for feeling healthy, but you also need to give yourself grace and space to have another beer or some fries or to skip yoga or whatever. That brain health/happiness is important, too. #BizGalz

— Alissa M. Trumbull (@AnOrchidInBloom) March 25, 2019

A7 (1/4): Setting a schedule can help keep track of everything that your body and mind need. Write everything down in your agenda, even time for yourself #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A7 (2/4): Try also to incorporate positive experiences to promote neuroplasticity (the brain’s ability to reorganize itself) and, as a result, to change the way we think #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A7 (3/4): My average day – AM: Meditation, breakfast, social media, work / meetings (with self-care and fun breaks), lunch #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A7 (4/4): My average day – PM: Work / meetings (with self-care and fun breaks), exercise, social media, dinner, family time, some more work (this is usually my most productive time), reading, bedtime #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

I love a good book before I head to bed. Always helps me to switch off – Jade #BIzGalz

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

A7: Eat only when hungry. Choose non-fatty food. Minimise intake of oil & salt. The three cardinal principles. #BizGalz https://t.co/GOd6CbJOGz

— SG 🇮🇳 (@Ganesh_Sabari) March 25, 2019

I try to create habits that are long lasting. I’m working on dropping my sugar intake at the moment because I have a sweet tooth! Replacing things like chocolate with fruit and herbal tea. All a process 😁 – Jade #BIzGalz

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

A7 My #AI VPA schedules almost ever moment of my day which frees up my mental capacity for other things & allows me to do more of what I enjoy while exceeding productivity 🤔 #BizGalz

— BrainBlender🤔🌐 (@BrainBlenderTec) March 25, 2019

A7. I’ve gotten into a schedule where most days I only eat between 12 pm – 8 pm. It really helps eliminate snacking when I wasn’t even hungry! Before 12 pm I drink warm water + apple cider vinegar & black coffee. #BizGalz

— hannahsulcov (@hannahsulcov) March 25, 2019

Q8 Share your top piece of advice for someone who’s trying to improve their lifestyle. #BizGalz pic.twitter.com/Fp0nNZ4syZ

— BizGalz (@BizGalz) March 25, 2019

A8.

Take it one step at a time.

Make sure
to remind yourself
of your why often, it will
help you stay motivated! #BizGalz

— Bentley University (@bentleyu) March 25, 2019

A8 don’t try to do everything at once unless you want to fail. One improvement at a time #bizgalz

— just Sarah (@xgebi) March 25, 2019

A8 As we move to different work models the more you fight to retain the old the harder it is better to just Integrate & adopt the new model to work with it 🤔 #BizGalz

— BrainBlender🤔🌐 (@BrainBlenderTec) March 25, 2019

A8 What works for someone else might not work for you and that’s totally okay. #BizGalz

— Alissa M. Trumbull (@AnOrchidInBloom) March 25, 2019

A8 (1/4): Always keep in mind that Life comes first, you come first, then Work can get done. If you’re not taking care of yourself first, who will take care of your business? https://t.co/hkSBKv6rS6 #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

You know, until I read the title of this post I would not previously thought there were a difference in these types of balance. Which one is our priority? #BizGalz pic.twitter.com/BY4gViIhc0

— Sonia Harris (@harrisonia) March 25, 2019

I was confused by the term work-life balance. Why work first? Aren’t we human beings? Shouldn’t we focus on our life first? That’s why I specialized in #LifeWorkBalance: when I work with my clients I take a look at them as individuals before moving to business goals #BizGalz

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A8 (2/4): Follow my #LifeWorkBalance principles – Eat better, Sleep more, Exercise regularly, Practice self-care. You’ll improve your well-being, increase energy, focus, productivity, become more successful, and more profitable #BizGalz

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A8: Be simple; Keep it simple. The objective of food is to counter hunger; not to satiate one’s taste buds. Food is no exhibition of status or wealth. Instead of playing with food, consume it sensibly. #BizGalz https://t.co/Yjhxornk3O

— SG 🇮🇳 (@Ganesh_Sabari) March 25, 2019

A8 (3/4): Change your habits one at a time (our brain takes between 2 weeks – 6 months to create new habits) and be consistent if you want to see results #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A8 (4/4): Keep a positive mindset and a purpose of “loving yourself” #BizGalz #LifeWorkBalance

— Sabrina Cadini (@SabrinaCadini) March 25, 2019

A8: Choose simple living & lofty ideals; which is the best lifestyle. #BizGalz https://t.co/Yjhxornk3O

— SG 🇮🇳 (@Ganesh_Sabari) March 25, 2019