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Redefining Health & Wellness

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So, you have a goal to be healthier, more fit, to lose weight, be happier, and just feel better in general.  What’s next?

Grab a pen & notebook, your iPad, or whatever… It’s time to take notes and start making the vision in your head a reality.  Ready?

Health and wellness is about more than just diet and exercise.  Think about your mental health as well.

  • Are you happy?
  • How much time do you spend doing what you love?
  • Check in with yourself …  do you remember what inspires you?

If you can’t remember or haven’t thought about your passions in years … don’t worry; you are not alone.  Start by asking your self questions and just getting as much information about you as you possibly can.

What do you consider your strengths to be?  What do your friends and coworkers tell you your strengths are?

You are creating a vision, so dream as much as you want to here.

  • What do you want your life to be like in 10 years?
  • What would you do if you knew you could not fail?
  • What do you see in this ideal life?
  • What are you doing (working, going to school)?
  • Who are you spending time with (family, friends)?
  • Where are you (are you living in the same place)?
Once you have a vision, it is time to start defining your goals.  Read all about goal setting in my earlier post, Do You Have a Plan?

I want to save you a lot of wasted time and disappointment by sharing this one thing with you. You have GOT to track your progress.  Put your goals down on paper!  The success rate of women who keep track of their goals is leaps and bounds ahead of those who do not. It is a proven fact.

Other tips for success:

  • Share your goals with your friends & loved ones  
  • Hold YOURSELF accountable  
  • Don’t be afraid to ask for help!
Sometimes the only difference between success and failure is getting the help you need.  I’d love to work with you on developing your wellness vision.  Between now and the end of this month, I’m offering $100 of my Personalized Wellness Plan service.
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How To Hold Yourself Accountable

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Last Saturday, I gave a wellness seminar to a group of women at Uforia Studios. One of the topics we discussed was Attainable Goal Setting.

One of the questions I received was, “How do I hold myself accountable?” Great question … and often easier said than done. I’ve been listening to my followers on Twitter & Facebook this week as well, and they are asking similar questions.

The first question I have for you is “Are you keeping track of your goals?” Then, “are you writing stuff down on paper?” There is something powerful about implementing that additional sense. Don’t just hold your thoughts & dreams in your head … put them down on paper!

Now, hang that piece of paper up somewhere that you can see it every day. It reminds you of what you are working towards and keeps you focused!

The second tip I have for you is straight out of my Smart Girls Guide to Getting What You Want. If you want to hold yourself accountable, give yourself very specific deliverables. Don’t just say, “I want to run a marathon” or “I want to be CEO of my company.” Figure out a plan to get to the next level from where you are now. If you want to run a marathon and you are not already running races, start by signing up for a couple of 5Ks.

If you can buddy up with a friend who has a similar goal, this will give you an extra push to meet your goals because you are also supporting someone else. If not buddying up with one friend, how about a group? If you want to run a marathon, try joining one of the many running clubs out there. You’ll be with like-minded people who likely have a set day of the week, time, and route that they run. Problem solved!

Lastly, share your goals with your group of girl friends. Update your Facebook status, tweet, and blog about it. You will undoubtably get lots of “Likes”, a few comments, and plenty of support. I will happily be your first supporter … just share your goal with me! :-)

Go out there and get started. If you need help, ask for it! Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game!!