Habits to become addicted to for the next 6 months (for dog people)

In that quiet time commit to getting something hard you need to do for the day done before 7 am

Read at least 20 pages a day. You'll find you mind will be much clearer without the social media scroll first thing in the morning.

This is can also be a run. Get some exercise in with your dog first thing in day. Join me at Calming the Chaos if you'd like some help getting you and your dog out the door everyday!

Start your dog's breakfast off with the Ready? Get It! Game and you'll find you've got a dog that understands how to focus on you in the crucial moments when you need it most from them, not when it's convenient!

Most people these day spend a lot of time concerned about keeping the dog busy. Over stimulation is just as big of a problem as no activity. It's sort of like social media and the mind. It stays busy to the point it creates anxiety. Focus on teaching your dog to relax. Here's how to start "Park It"

When I started feeding mu dog partially cooked food, then went to full raw feeding with him I saw a huge difference. It also spurred me to eat more whole foods for myself. It makes sense, feeding dry processed to the hilt kibble versus real food... it's like going from a junk food diet to a fruits, vegetables and meat for humans. We both feel better.

It doesn't have to be all or nothing. Integrate some good single ingredient whole foods in your diet and your dog's diet.

Chances are you have better genetics than you think you do. You just haven't put the work in to find them yet. Cardio doesn't build strength. You need both.

You don't have to be a teetotaler but you'll find you start feeling a lot better on water than wine. It makes it a much easier choice to make more often.

Write what you accomplished today and what you plan to accomplish tomorrow and any other thoughts that come to mind.