I started writing this blog in 2007 and continue today, hoping it will make its way to anyone who feels stuck while trying to make lifestyle changes to live at a healthy weight. Changing behaviors can be tricky if we don’t evaluate our perspective and adjust our expectations and mindset. I believe the foundation of lasting behavior change starts with four key elements:
1.) Self-compassion 2.) A growth mindset 3.) Joy in the journey 4.) Gratitude
Self-compassion is recognizing our humanity. It’s realizing and accepting that no human can be perfect 100% of the time. Therefore, when we make choices that aren’t in line with our goals, it’s an opportunity to learn, modify and move forward. This is called a Growth Mindset, and it leads to lasting success and facilitates joy in the journey! The fourth foundation of lasting behavior change is the practice of gratitude for today and using the good feeling energy of appreciation to propel us forward into the actions we want to take.
Put Your Mind In Gear
"Put your mind in gear before you put your mouth in motion. -----------Barbara Fife That can be taken both literally...think before we bite, which is always very good advice, but also thinking about what we are saying before we say it. Why are we talking about it? Are...
Faith in the Small Things
"Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies. ---------- Mother Teresa No step is too small. No action is worthless. The process of changing our habits is one of many, many small actions modified consistently over time. If you become...
Recap of “100 Pound Winner’s Panel”
"I cannot even put into words how inspiring and moving tonight's event was!!!! Oh my gosh! So inspiring that I'm blogging @ 1030pm, which most of you know, is unheard of for me! I'm "early to bed, early to rise" like clockwork! It was amazing. I just got an email from...
Promises of the World Are Phantoms-Have Faith In Oneself
"I began to believe that the promises of the world are for the most part vain phantoms, and that to have faith in oneself and become something of worth and value is the best and safest course. -Michelangelo Every adult in America is thinking one common thought today:...
Finding Blessings in Challenges
"My imperfections and failures are as much a blessing from God as my successes and my talents, and I lay them both at his feet. --- Mahatma Gandhi An immense part of the struggle with attempting to control over-eating is the guilt, shame and disappointment we feel...
Little Ms S In Her Mini Dress
You cannot fail at whatever you've chosen to do.
Bring Your Cronies!!!!!!
"I know it's spring break but if you are in town, don't take a break from meetings! Many people don't realize it, but Weight Watchers invites anyone interested to attend a meeting for FREE! This is the perfect time to bring someone you know who has been toying with...
Get Back On The Horse!
"You may have to fight a battle more than once to win it. -----------Margaret Thatcher Well, isn't that the truth! Wow. I think many of us could be quoted as saying that one! We all have our own stories.....maybe you've lost the weight before but it has come back, or...
Comment on Sunday’s Post
"Terra----I come from Cherokee heritage and there is a saying that, "All things happen at the exact right time for the exact right reason.". I think it points to what you are speaking about. It is something to ponder. --------------Susan It certainly does! What a...
Helpful vs Desirable-Different, But Both Important”
"It takes great learning to understand that all things, events, encounters and circumstances are helpful. ---------A Course In Miracles Where we are in our lives today (even if we didn't chose it and/or don't like it) most certainly has purpose. Where we are now is...
You have got to be kidding me?!?!?
"Yesterday I took a nice evening walk with my new Sketcher Shape Ups, which btw, I love! I got so warm I even took my sweatshirt off and was totally comfortable in a t shirt and capris. Today I wake up to snow. Please, tell me why we live here again??? The ocean? No....
The Grass Is Always Greener……
"When the grass looks greener on the other side of the fence, it may be that they take better care of it there.
Perspective
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.-- Plato Thanks for all the comments on yesterday's blog entry. Often I write things and then after hitting the "publish" button, wonder if anyone out there will really relate or just thinking I'm wacky! All...
Putting It Out There….
Putting It Out There....The purpose of this blog since the very inception in December 2008 has been to help all of us (myself included) to step back and gain a little perspective on life, raise our spirits, share ideas and thoughts with a few laughs and sometimes a...
Monday, Monday”
"The secret of getting ahead is getting started. The secret of getting started is breaking your complex overwhelming tasks into small manageable tasks, and then starting on the first one.--------- Mark Twain One step at a time. One foot in front of the other. Simple...