We are in the early, cold days of January. In the past week, Minnesota has been plunged into arctic temperatures. Not unusual for us, but we hadn't had this kind of "old fashioned" winter all season. I noticed it made me want to cook more, eat more comfort foods and feel more snuggled in at home. At the same time, I also noticed that with the new year and the new focus on healthier living and managing stress proactively, I was making healthier comfort food choices and no matter what, continuing my rigorous workout routine.
It is this kind of clear focus, determination and attention that gets us results. There are so many times in a day when it would be so much easier to make the unhealthier choice, to sit instead of stand, to grab a sugary coffee drink and donut. What I am looking for is the healthier option. I'd like it to be the easier option too. Thank you, Weight Watchers. Now that we are counting sugar grams and saturated fat grams, those unhealthier options are looking less appealing. I am also noticing a decrease in stress levels when I am loading up on healthier choices. Feeling fuller longer, feeling energetic, counting fewer SmartPoints is a big win.
Our Beyond the Scale approach to healthier living includes managing food, engaging in fitness and promoting fulfillment. All three parts of the program support a change for the better. All three parts of the program support each other. Feeling good is motivating. Doing good things to keep feeling good is affirmation. Getting results is the proof we want and need.
Stay strong no matter what the weather brings. Stay focused on what your heart's desire really is. Stay positive knowing that your hard work will deliver results. And say hello to new you.
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