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If you’re looking for a little wellness inspiration (mind, body and spirit) then you’re in the right place! Here is where you’ll find top tips for health, movement motivation and some deeply personal shares; from my heart to yours! Blog posts bi-weekly.
10 TIPS FOR GOAL-SETTING AND MOTIVATION
Be honest, how many days has it been since you’ve showered? Or when was the last time you changed from your lunge track pants to your fancy ones? Or how many times have you turned on the dryer to “get the wrinkles out” instead of folding your clothes?
When I first came back to Canada, I left my backpack in a heap on my floor for well over a week. To some, this may not be a big deal. I’ve got friends who will go weeks with their post-vacay clothes still neatly tucked away in their suitcase.
Have you ever left a bag for so long that it becomes part of the room decor? You accept that it belongs in that spot now, so there’s no need to unpack?
I haven’t.
FALL 10 TIMES, GET UP 11
Change is scary. Diving head-first into a situation is scary. Fear of the unknown is scary. But the scariest thing of all? Regret.
Fear will consequently lead to indecision and paralysis. Sometimes the hardest part is taking the first step, yet the overwhelming anxiety of defeat can leave you spinning your wheels for months or even years.
Ask yourself, what’s the worst that could happen?
Lose your job? Can you find a new one? Could you learn a new skill set?
Declare bankruptcy? Would this be a time to find creative ways to generate a side hustle?
A relationship ends? Could this be an opportunity to focus on personal growth?
Behind on rent? Might this be a moment to re-evaluate your finances and budgeting strategies?
You “fail.” Can you ever truly fail? What is the lesson here? Can you strategize more effective ways to approach this situation?
Gentle reminder: Don’t let fear be in the driver's seat.
WANTING VS. WILLING
The other day, my sister and I had this beautiful conversation about the difference between “Wanting” and “Willing.”
For years, I’d wanted to be a life coach, published writer and motivational speaker but I hadn’t taken any steps or made any efforts to manifest these desires. I had a huge WANT to have these things but I didn’t have the WILL to do them.
It’s the difference between enthusiasm and effort.
When you want something, you can dream it, say it and feel it but without actionable steps, it will never be more than lip service for the type of exceptional life you wish you had.
When we are WILLING, we make the sacrifices and put in the necessary effort. The “willing” is where the magic happens. It’s also where a lot of discomfort lies.
