Many of us are starting a new lifestyle or reinforcing the progress that we have made. Lots of uncertainty mixed with doubt and maybe a little fear. So maybe a couple of tips that have helped me make some of my changes permanent (if 5 years can be considered permanent).
1. Believe in yourself - it is your journey and you must make it successful.
2. Lean on and allow others to support you. Tell people what you are doing - it helps you commit to this new course of action. People want you to be healthier and will generally support you - some people will not support you - find someone who will. As you make progress you may influence others around you to live a healthier lifestyle as well.
3. Make moderate but continuing change in your lifestyle - work to improve a little every day.
4. Stay away from problem areas - get out of the house, stay out of the office break room.
5. Be more active, take the steps, park further away, walk outside, walk at a mall. Walking is low impact on joints but has significant health benefits. Move a little more each day. Replace eating or drinking temptations, or sitting for long period of times with activity. You notice I did not use the work exercise - it can be a scary word - start with activity - exercise will follow - and it won't be scary.
6. Be patient - really - I mean it - this takes time - you are changing habits you have used for a long time - you can change them - but it will take time. Stick to your plan. There will be hiccups, bumps and bruises along the way - it is okay! Don't give up when you fall down - minimize the damage and get back to your improved self. Just keep up with the good work
BREATHE IT, HAPPINESS IS INSIDE OF YOU
1. Believe in yourself - it is your journey and you must make it successful.
2. Lean on and allow others to support you. Tell people what you are doing - it helps you commit to this new course of action. People want you to be healthier and will generally support you - some people will not support you - find someone who will. As you make progress you may influence others around you to live a healthier lifestyle as well.
3. Make moderate but continuing change in your lifestyle - work to improve a little every day.
4. Stay away from problem areas - get out of the house, stay out of the office break room.
5. Be more active, take the steps, park further away, walk outside, walk at a mall. Walking is low impact on joints but has significant health benefits. Move a little more each day. Replace eating or drinking temptations, or sitting for long period of times with activity. You notice I did not use the work exercise - it can be a scary word - start with activity - exercise will follow - and it won't be scary.
6. Be patient - really - I mean it - this takes time - you are changing habits you have used for a long time - you can change them - but it will take time. Stick to your plan. There will be hiccups, bumps and bruises along the way - it is okay! Don't give up when you fall down - minimize the damage and get back to your improved self. Just keep up with the good work
BREATHE IT, HAPPINESS IS INSIDE OF YOU
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