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New Year, Same You and Different 🎉

We don't change overnight, and that's a good thing. We might have ambitions when the last digit of a year increases by a number. We might want to change with it. And, looking back on all those passing years, we realize we did change gradually, even if sometimes not in the direction we wanted.

In this picture are the stairs I tackle a couple of times a week. Sometimes I walk them twice to three times, depending on time and energy, and when they aren't covered in ice. It's a habit I started many years ago. I keep going back, and no matter how many times I do them, they still wear me out. Not sure if there are any internal changes, I measure it by how physically accomplished I feel, and believe it will work in my favor in the end.


When we look around, there are many ways to improve ourselves and live a healthier life, from eating more greens to building muscle and strengthening our balance and flexibility. It can get overwhelming and time-consuming very quickly. Wherever we look, there is another tool, app, or skill we haven't tried. Before we click that button to sign up, let's reflect on:


  1. What's been working?

  2. How are our days scheduled?

  3. What matters most?


When we know the answers to these questions, we can further explore if our next move is sustainable. Is whatever I commit to doing something I can continue in three months, six months, a year, and five? If not, why? Is what I choose something temporary? Exploring in greater depth before we decide on our next steps will help us be more successful in the long run.


Once we understand our circumstances, practice honesty with ourselves, and know our habits and tendencies, we know what actions/non-actions to take. The best way to start is small and attainable. For example: add one green with a couple of meals a week, an apple a day, a couple of squats here and there, a walk per week, etc. I also discussed small steps and accountability in the recent podcast with Jess Leone in"Hot Takes On Healing."


While we can't control what a new year has in store, we can put the habits in place that support us, physically, mentally, and emotionally. Wherever I learn about our bodies, stress, and lifestyle, the most significant parts of life are:


Nutrition, Movement, Sleep, and Community


Whichever part of our life we'd love to improve, all we need is curiosity and an open heart about what's to come, and to adjust in small increments, stay consistent, and sustain the life we envision.


Our human existence depends on it.



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