I think one of the hardest parts about changing your body and your life is when you come to the realization that you have to change it ALL. That is if you want real change, lasting changing and change that changes you. Holding onto a few vices or a few bad habits (think of Linus and his blanket) will weigh you down- literally and figuratively. For instance, exercise is a great weight loss/health improving tool-- nut unless it is accompanied by healthy eating you will have limited success.
I find more clients willing to move, but often slow to let go of unhealthy foods they have come to rely on for stress relief, emotional support and comfort. But here's the thing, has a handful of cookies ever mended a broken heart? Does stress eating relieve stress or induce more? Does smoking really calm your nerves (the answer is no by the way!), does alcohol decrease the problems you experience, and does hanging out for hours in front of a tv or computer help you lose weight or tend to those relationships that could be in need of some attention? Of course not... so why continue these bad habits? Why continue to sabotage your own success?
You must first truly believe you deserve the life you want and the body you want. Once you truly believe this you may find yourself letting go of the security blanket. The other part of the equation is trust in yourself. Trusting that you can calm yourself, alleviate stress and enhance your relationships without using something to do it. You have in you all you need for success and to overcome what life throws your way. Write down a few bad habits that you know are holding you back. This week select one to rid yourself of, and do it. After 21 days without that habit, select another and rid yourself of it!
After a few weeks you will see the and feel the change in yourself! (and so will others)
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