Monday, December 5, 2011

...cOnSeQueNcEs...

The other night...as I was lying in bed...I started thinking about CHOICES. I was thinking about how EVERY choice we make, big or small, has a consequence and the ability to change the course of our lives. Most of the time, we think of consequences as a negative thing. If we break the law, the consequence is a ticket or worse. If we misbehave as a child, the consequence is a punishment. If we fill our lives with chaos and people that bring us down or drain us, the consequence is unhappiness and stress. If we eat too much, the consequence is weight gain. It's hard not to see choices as a burden when you look at it that way. It makes life a drudgery. We begin to do the right things for the wrong reasons. We choose better out of fear.

That can be changed, if you change the way you look at choices. When we do what is right, we get to lie down at night feeling safe and sleep without fear. When we eat healthy, we feel better and our bodies perform better in the gym. When we only surround ourselves with positive people that create positive energy, we are happy and more true to ourselves. When we work hard and lift weight CONSISTENTLY in the gym, we look better and we get STRONG. It's unavoidable.

I am a worrier. I am embarrassed to say that many times in my life, I have made decisions based on fear and guilt. I want to change that.
So my suggestion to anyone that reads this is the same thing as what I am personally trying to transition to in MY own life. It is important to have goals and know what you want and where you want to be, but don't focus SOLELY on the end result. Focus on why you want what you want and what you need to do to get there. Take all the guilt and fear out of it. Don't diet to get skinny. Don't drive the speed limit to avoid a ticket. Don't go to the gym because you hate the cellulite in your legs or because that's what all your friends are doing. Make positive, healthy decisions and then sit back and ENJOY the GOOD consequences that come from good choices!

9 comments:

  1. This is what I needed to hear today! I love you blog and I get so much out of it. Thanks so much for inspiring me to think better, do better, BE BETTER. I hope you have a great week!

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  2. Your blog is how I wish everyone would think to accomplish what is important to them. You will want to realize that in life nothing is perfect. If you look at your life, in fact, you will notice that you have a wonderful life in comparison to many. This is the little fact that many do not seem to realize. It is not about making the most money, having the most friends, or being the most likable. It is about doing what is right for you and no one else. Showing your true colors 24/7. If you do not like your true colors, change your attitude. Be True to Yourself. It is a reward that is pure gold.

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  3. Thank you for sharing your post. It brought back memories! Cannot defeat self. Thank you.

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  4. Thank you Joy! I'm glad this struck a chord with you! You CAN be better! I plan on a great week and I hope you have one too! :)

    Thanks Brenda! I know I can be my own worst enemy...we all can! Tell yourself, "I AM TOO STRONG TO BE DEFEATED!" and then go reach your goals! :)

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  5. Good words to hear...I had a bad food day,and after losing 30lbs, I was beating myself up. Change of mindset needed...thanks! Back to gym tomorrow with a better vibe.

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  6. Im extremely inspired by your blog. And Its something that I read through over and over again everytime I feel down or not so secure. I can relate to so many things that you've been through, and as a teenage girl whos surrounded by so much pressure of looking the best and having the best body, your blog is exactly what I need to make me come back to reality, and make me realize the only thing that matters is me. And how I think about myself, I don't need anyone elses compliments or looks. Do u have an email I can reach u with?

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  7. I'm glad this could help! Tomorrow is a fresh start!
    marshachristensen@mac.com

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  8. Fantastic post! Just found your blog - love what you're doing. Can't wait to follow along...

    cheers!
    Crista

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  9. Awesome! I especially love the last part "make positive, healthy decisions and then sit back and enjoy the good consequences" It's amazing how much easier it is for me to make good decisions when I detach from the outcome. Thanks for this post :-)

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