October 8, 2020
Here’s what I’ve found from my first week.
First, don’t try to change everything at once. I went from sleeping late and not moving to waking up at 5am, exercising, cleaning, journaling, meditating, trying new hairstyles, makeup, outfits…too much at once and it didn’t last. Now I’m just focusing on getting up and drinking water. Getting my body used to getting out of bed at a set time is important to me as I used to wake up by 6 without an alarm clock. I’m also perpetually dehydrated so drinking water right after waking is a great way to start the day. I’ve found it makes me crave it as the day goes on.
Second, accept where you are and don’t get discouraged. I stepped on the scale after I started my new habits and quit all of it. I was so disappointed in myself and really should have known my “status” before I started, when I was fired up and making my plan. Finding out while I was already struggling with my new lifestyle just made it seem overwhelming. I’m going to ignore the scale for a while and just know that I’m making changes that benefit the whole me and the results will show.
Lastly, give yourself grace. Once I skipped a habit, I started skipping more and ended up doing nothing. “I’ll start again Monday.” How many times have we said that? Today is Thursday and I’m starting again. I had my pity party and that’s ok. It’s a new day and I deserve to be healthy and happy so today I choose to live that way. Wow, now THAT felt good.
Make it a great day, everyone!