Being aware of the choices you
make gives you
the freedom to create your own
experience.
Each new
year, Tim would promise to start a new exercise routine but could not keep the
motivation to follow through with it. But this year he decided he was going to
stick with it. To help him stay motivated, Tim took the advice of a co-worker
and hired a personal trainer to help him get started. After the first two
weeks, Tim had a workout routine personally tailored to his body type and
fitness goals.
After the first month, Tim
found his personalized fitness plan was key to his motivation. But Tim also
began to notice something else—he started making other healthy choices. As his
body began to adjust to the physical exercise, he started craving healthier
foods. Because he was eating healthier foods, Tim's weight began to shift. His
attitude improved and his stress level was decreasing. As a result of his
better mood, work started to flow with a new ease and Tim's relationships
started to improve, especially with his wife. Tim had never realized how many
aspects of his life were connected to his physical health and well-being. Tim
quickly realized that one healthy choice can lead to so many more.
Take a moment this week to
prioritize two important things: tasks and people. Take a short inventory of
your tasks and ask yourself: Which tasks do I need to spend more time on? Where
should I reduce my time? Now take inventory of your relationships: Whom do I
need to spend more time with? From whom do I need to detach or take a step
back? Add these decisions to your calendar or to-do list for the coming week.
To your best balanced life!
The Ambassador of Goodwill
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