Photo by Vamter on Pixabay Start with the small steps. Have a big picture outcome – what does a healthy body look like to you? Go past an ideal weight and look at managing health issues and transgressing them, energy levels, activities to enjoy and feeling great in your body. Eat simply – … [Read more...]
On this week's Weight Loss Without the Scales call there was a lively discussion that covered a lot of ground - why we eat often mindlessly and even unaware that we are doing it. The concept of eating to numb out was discussed and it is a reality (it's called comfort eating). Life happens and … [Read more...]
Over the last few months, my weekly blogs have created their own natural rhythm for me to share where I'm at and what I'm learning. In some ways they have also been a way for me to hide, just to dip my toe in, in case (I'm sure you have your own versions - here are some of mine) it doesn't work or … [Read more...]
This week I've had a few days of being single so it's been a great time to live to my own timetable, reflect and try some different things. So what have I done with my few days of freedom? I went to a free bootcamp. It happens every Sunday morning at a park not too far from home. It was a … [Read more...]
Wednesday, my favourite day of the week! Today I sit in a beautiful peaceful park, feeling the sun and breeze around me. I've taken the last couple of days off work; a big step for me, acknowledging ill health and giving myself some time to heal and recover. Ill health for me begins with a sore … [Read more...]
Today I've had a good day! There were moments but these passed, sometimes with the ear of a listening friend and words that calmed or guided me, sometimes by doing something for others and sometimes by doing something for me. It's so easy to get caught up on what's wrong, and interestingly I often … [Read more...]
Today I'm watching myself comparing me to everyone and everything else, especially regarding my weight loss efforts. I've realized that I have to acknowledge where I am and what I need to do, particularly to acknowledge my lifestyle, my age, my circumstances and what I want. I've been disappointed … [Read more...]
Last weekend I got the chance to be involved in creating my own mandala. The reason: a good friend's birthday; the people: a group of friends and the theme: what this year will be about - a mini vision board if you will. What a lovely afternoon we had! Each creation was different, each very special … [Read more...]
Last week I watched my daily routine begin to create itself. I gained an appreciation of excuses I'd heard but never could relate to. And I really got that if I want a new result I have to do whatever it takes to make it happen. Giving myself an extra half hour either end of the day has made a big … [Read more...]
Today I got a compliment and the comment that whatever I'm doing, to keep doing it! As yet I can't see the difference, but I probably have the most critical eye (and inner critical voice, I will add). So just what is that I am doing? I think I need to view it objectively and acknowledge it for … [Read more...]