Raise your hand if you love change. Hmmm. I don't see many hands in the air. I guess I am not alone. We have been talking in the last few posts about change, how it is often difficult, but it can also be rewarding at times. This quote combines both of those aspects of change with the idea of letting go. When I think about change, it usually involves stepping outside my comfort zone and letting go of the sense of safety and stability it provides. I don't know about you, but that normally scares me and causes butterflies to go crazy in my stomach. That is why, when given the option, I often choose to remain firmly inside my comfy comfort zone. However, this quote reminds me that when … [Read More...]
Week 8: Surviving the Colorful Containers
I am eight weeks into the 80 pounds in 80 weeks challenge, and I am now one week into the 21 Day Fix. For a quick recap, I was not doing very well at losing weight all on my own. I had increased my … [Read More...]
Week 4: Increased Exercise
I am now three weeks into my "80 pounds in 80 weeks" weight loss challenge. The first week I lost 2 pounds by adding 15 minutes of exercise and 32 ounces o f water to my daily routine. The second … [Read More...]
Organize Your Home – KonMari Style
Today is "Organize Your Home" day. Normally that would (a) inspire me to overhaul my entire house at least one closet, or more likely (b) … [Read More...]
Week 24: My Favorite Exercise Programs
Today has been a gray, rainy day. It's the kind of day that makes me want to stay indoors, cuddle up under a warm blanket, and read a good book or … [Read More...]
In All Things, Give Thanks
Today is a bright, crisp fall day. The sun is shining, the wind is blowing, and the air is invigorating (AKA downright chilly). It makes me feel … [Read More...]