Be the change you wish to see.....ahhhh man.....

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crcartwr
crcartwr Posts: 5
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So, I'm new to this fitness pal thing, but I'm not new to the struggle of staying in shape. I began work as a teacher in August and ended up working 70-80 hours a week. Fast food and soda became my comfort, as well as my source of sustenance...bleh. I turned 30 and my body totally freaked out. I have lost all my core strength, and done something I told myself I would never do (started buying clothes *gulp* in a bigger size). I have seen a few family members and friends get sick recently, and begin to battle with old age. I realize how lucky I am to have a body that is able and a mind that is sound (for the most part;). I have a great relationship with God and want to honor that relationship by taking care of this body he has blessed me with....even though it doesn't feel like a blessing right now. I want to be an example for my students, as well as my family and friends. I want to find changes that are lasting, and changes that help me to be true to the person God created me to be. I saw this in a book recently: A woman loved how happy, carefree, and confident her aunt seemed to be, even as a single 'old maid' as everyone called her. After her aunt's passing, the woman found a diary where her aunt shared how she remained so carefree. She said every day she makes sure that she 1. Does something for someone else 2. Does something for herself 3. Does something that needs to be done but she doesn't want to do 4. Does a mental exercise 5. Does a physical exercise 6. Says an original prayer that includes counting her blessings.

I plan on following this and seeing where it takes me.

I know this is going to take more discipline and patience than I would care to have to exude. However, I am a 'Go Big or Go Home' all-or-nothing kind of person. I have just been going big on the cheeseburgers and lazy Saturdays. Now it's time to go BIG on these 6 new expectations mapped out for me :) Wish me luck!!!!

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  • maryann73
    maryann73 Posts: 763 Member
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    I like the "6 step plan." I think I'll print that out! Thanks!
  • godblessourhome
    godblessourhome Posts: 3,892 Member
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    1. Does something for someone else 2. Does something for herself 3. Does something that needs to be done but she doesn't want to do 4. Does a mental exercise 5. Does a physical exercise 6. Says an original prayer that includes counting her blessings.

    what a wonderful way to live! good luck!
  • hooah_mj
    hooah_mj Posts: 1,004 Member
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    So great to have you here Newbie!
    Your list is really great...thx for sharing it with us...

    Don't give up on your journey....it's a life thing:)
  • caitlinclock
    caitlinclock Posts: 528 Member
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    I love your attitude and the fact that you want to be a positive example to your students and those around you. With a mindset like that, you're bound to have great success. I wish you the best of luck! Welcome to MFP!
  • BbNuke
    BbNuke Posts: 82 Member
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    Welcome! With your great positive attitude and pro-active mindset, you can't help but succeed in your plan. To honor your aunt, I am "borrowing" her 6 point daily guide also.
  • mfpchar
    mfpchar Posts: 29
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    That brought tears to my eyes. This is basically what is at the heart of recovery programs too. But this lovely woman made it so uncomplicated. That's a life well lived.
  • alexia99
    alexia99 Posts: 37 Member
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    Excellent way to live life!! Plan on tryng that out for myself!

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