I talked a bit last week about how to identify long lasting sustainable habits rather than short term goals. As you are doing this work, there are a few key pieces that are important to keep in mind. I will cover these at length in my upcoming online program, so make sure you are signed up for the newsletter for updates on that. Especially those of you who have been hoping to get in with me but can’t!
1. CURIOSITY. HOW you approach that change matters - even on a cellular level. I encourage you to be CURIOUS & consider that your body has something smart to tell you.
2. AWARENESS. Learning how to tune in your own symptoms and messaging, connect with yourself, and create your own rules and supports is critical. What helps you connect with your body better?
3. PERSONALIZATION. There is NO SINGLE answer or protocol that works for everyone. When we believe that there is only one way to do things, we set up a terrible cycle of shame and guilt. Move towards the mindset that your journey is going to look different from anyone else's.
4. CONSISTENCY. Gentle consistency over intensity will always be a more effective way to see change. Rather than cutting everything out or taking on too much at once, what baby steps can you make and STICK to consistently?
5. PATIENCE. We all know that the fast shortcuts never work. Instead of focusing on results, focus on the process as the GOAL of change instead and note small changes in how you operate so that you can stay motivated.
6. ABUNDANCE. I challenge you to think about GAINING HEALTH instead of losing whatever it is that you've been trying to fight. Similarly, rather than thinking about what you are not doing, or eating too much of, consider focusing on what you could ADD to your diet or your routine that you might be missing?