Well, today's the day reader.
New Year's Eve. Tonight many of us will make a commitment to become better versions of ourselves starting tomorrow.
Some of us will succeed and some won't. Sorry, it's just the way it is.
But you know what?
You have a lot more control over the outcome than you think reader.
I say this because readers often tell me they want to change their life but can't. Or they tried and "it didn't work".
It's not that they didn't want to lose weight but some other outside circumstance got in their way. Basically, what they're saying is "it's not my fault I can't lose weight".
Listen, I get it. I was the queen of excuses. But, I'm going to give you a little tough love here.
It's important to think about whether or not you really want to make lifestyle changes.
Yes, you want to lose weight and probably think about it often. But are you ready to make changes that you'll keep the rest of your life?
Are you ready to choose the treadmill over the couch? Are you ready to choose homemade over take out? And are you ready to continue all those habits even when life becomes stressful?
Really think about it.
I ask this because it wasn't until I got out of my own way that I started to make real sustainable changes and finally lose weight.
Like I said, I had an excuse for everything.
- I'm too busy at work so I don't have time to work out.
- I'm too stressed at work so I don't feel like exercising or cooking so let's order a pizza.
- My kids are little so I can't leave them to exercise plus I have zero energy.
- I don't have time to cook, exercise, etc...
- I'm sick so I just want to lay in bed and do nothing, who cares what I eat.
- Meal prep takes too long so I'll just order lunch.
- I hurt my knee so I can't run this week.
- My family isn't being supportive so why bother.
- I can't get to the grocery store so forget about eating healthy this week.
And the list goes on and on and on. Sure I wanted to lose weight but I didn't want to actually do the work. I let my circumstances and excuses control my actions.
Does this sound familiar?
Here's the thing, and I've said this before, change only happens with change.
You're not going to get different results going into the New Year doing the same unhealthy habits you've done for years. <-- read that again!
And more importantly, you're not going to make sustainable changes by doing something different for a couple of weeks and then going back to old habits.
It doesn't work that way. Consistency is key. Actually, it's the #1 thing you need to do to lose weight and keep it off.
So the advice I gave myself back then, and what I'm saying to you now, as we go into 2021, is either commit to making a change or accept where you're at.
Don't go in head full and then fall back on old excuses that keep you from achieving your goals.
Create a plan that helps keep you moving forward despite those obstacles.
Seriously, think about what life would be like if you finally made those changes…
- Imagine having a healthy dinner on the table every night.
- Imagine feeling energized, focused, and confident because you made exercise a priority.
- Imagine feeling sexy and beautiful because you fit into the clothes you want to wear.
- Imagine not crying when trying on a bathing suit. Just saying...been there.
- Imagine your kiddos trying to be healthy just like their mommy.
- Imagine if you finally committed to all of the changes and accomplished your goals.
This isn't a pipe dream. You can do this. I know you can because I did!
But you must commit to change.
Life is always going to be busy and I'm pretty sure will get stressful at some point. That's just the way it goes.
But instead of letting those excuses hold you down create a lifestyle that allows you to move forward despite them.
The point I want you to take away from this is that despite your circumstances if you want to make changes then you have the control to do so.
You are in control of yourself. Sure life throws us lemons and some days are a struggle but I truly 100% without a doubt believe that we are tougher than even our darkest moments.
So you decide, commit to change, or accept where you're at. What's it gonna be?
If you're ready for change then the Organize Yourself Skinny eCourse can help.
It includes 8 modules and 31 lessons teaching you everything I know about creating healthy habits and routines.
It also includes the Organize Yourself Skinny eBook and 30-day Workbook. This includes 4 weeks of habit challenges, exercise routines, and make-ahead meal plans.
It also includes 5 additional weeks of meal and exercise plans, eCookbooks of my favorite make-ahead meals, and a getting started checklist.
You'll also get access to the private extremely supportive FB group exclusively for students.
The information in this course absolutely changed my life and I know it can do the same for you.
Learn more here and see if it's a good fit for you. If you decide to join us then use coupon code newyears2020 to get everything for only $47.
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Just reminder that enrollment closes on January 10th and won't open again until December 2021.
Here's to a wonderful 2021!
Happy New Year,
Tammy
Organize Yourself Skinny
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