I explored psychology as a concentration in college, and although I was engaged and did well, it wasn’t quite right for a career path. However, studying critical thinking, motivation, personality and social behavior in-depth planted some important idea seeds for me. Here are a few that helped me get my head on straight about my own fitness and health:
- Conventional wisdom is so often wrong. Just because you’ve heard it (or read it on the Internet) doesn’t make it true. Some sources are better than others and there is SO MUCH INFORMATION out there about what to do or not do, that I find many people reaching out to me aren’t sure of exactly where to start.
- Action comes before motivation. In the brain, you literally create and strengthen new ways of thinking and behaving by taking action. You also have the power to stop bad habits in their tracks and create lasting good ones by using intentional rewards and focusing on one small action at a time.
- Personality counts. No two people keep themselves healthy by doing the exact same things. How do YOU gain the most energy? What makes YOU happy? Knowing who you are and taking into account your life situation and current resources are paramount.
- You need other people. Even if you are more introverted than extroverted, you’ll benefit so much by potentially stepping outside of your comfort zone and acting on the guidance of true expertise. You may need friends/loved ones/your tribe to cheer you on to do your best. It can be much easier to overcome unhealthy habits and create better ones with a trusted friend, and/or a whole tribe lifting you up. This was key for me personally in creating long lasting healthy eating habits.
Want to know more about how to create space in your brain and your life for positive change? I’m all about supporting what works for you in a real, fun and uplifting way. Reach out to me directly at blendablebalance@gmail.com with any questions.