Chaos of this week

Like many of you, I have had one of "those" weeks!!

It has been off the chart stressful!!

It is times like these that I really apply the knowledge I gain

from the class from which this blog was create!!

My mood and attitude are a choice!!

Even, when faced with extreme stressors, I can still be in control.

I challenge you to explore the earlier post in this blog...

Actually try one of the meditations...

Try it more than once!!

You will read my thoughts on many of them. 

Being a Christian and holding my faith very dear,

I was afraid that meditation would in some way change me.

What I came to realize is, that by making the meditation mine...

...changing it just a bit...

It drew me closer to my Savior.

Don't be afraid to bend the "rules" of the meditation ...

This is a time to reclaim what the world is try to take away!!!

AND

REMEMBER THIS >>>>>>

Your Challenge this week-end....seek a positive mindset!!!!

The next 24 hours

Let's take a close look ....

Over the next 24 hours record your water intake and sodium intake

Did you know that if you wait until you are thirsty to drink water,

You slow your metabolism by 3%

We want the body to burn !!!

Next is sodium.

Remember, we are just looking at what we consume.

The recommendation is 1500-2300 mg. 

You might be in for a surprise.

Looking at the label is not always enough...also check the ingredients list... 

if it ends in -ite or -ate, it is salt. 

If it contains the word "sodium" it is salt.

Not all of this has to be counted...

if it is less that .5 mg, it does not show up on the "nutrition label"

These are hidden salts.

Sodium and Potassium are the "wiring" for our bodies. We need some!!!

Sadly American have flipped our intake...

Instead of 1500mg sodium and 4300mg potassium

We do 1500mg potassium ans 4300+ sodium.

We are wiring backwards!!!

Think about it...what would happen if your home was wired backwards???

You would blow a fuse!!

Our body's fuse box is our heart!!

 This is one reason why America has a cardiovascular problem.

With our menus set and groceries bought....

Today is about goals...

You have 3 to set...Complete the following sentences,,,

My health is important...

Today I will ____________________(how).

As I begin my journey to wellness I am focused on ______________(why). Together with _________________(with), I will change ______________(what).!!!!

For example:

Today I will walk 45 minutes at 6:30pm with a walking buddy(with).(how).

I am focused on destressing from the events of Thursday(why). 

 I will change the stress I am feeling by doing yoga for 10 minutes and meditating for 15 minutes!!!!!(what).

Remember...just set your goals for today!!!

Tomorrow we will set our long term goals!!!

Begin today!!!!

Focus on HEALTH!!

SET IT UP SUNDAY-24 HOUR CHALLENGE

Here is the kick-off 

Today, take inventory of the goodies in the kitchen...

Plan meals and snacks...

Breakfast- at least 3 quick grab and 2 time to enjoy!!

Lunch- be mindful of carb intake!!

Snack- plan and measure ...at least 2 food groups in each snack!!!

Dinner- like breakfast,think of some easy to fix and ones requiring more time. Might even pull out the crockpot !!!

This set-up will help you in ways that you can't imagine!!!

This week, I will focus on healthy eating habits on this blog.

If you are looking for more....

Link up with me on My Fitness Pal

Wellness Coach Sonya

or Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/SCWellnessChallenges

Feel free to share with all your friends and families!!

See you in the next 24 hours!!

24 hours....

24 hours...

It can pass in the blink of an eye or at the pace of a snail...

The past 24 hours have been quite a challenge for me.

24 hours ago, I faced a nightmare.

I am so grateful I was not alone...

Being a child of Christ, I never face anything alone...

but truly He was in the midst of the events last night.

I am happy to say, there is a happy ending.

BUT

This experience got me thinking ...

What if??? 

Dangerous question...but really

What if??

We are each give a gift....it is up to us to make the most of it...

Each moment we have an option....

Did you know you might change someone's life with a smile???

So what if we use the next 24 hours to change our lives...

The challenge is yours...

BUT

Do challenge yourself...

Make 5 changes that you can focus on...

For example

 Lose weight... 

Yep 24 hours can be the starting point..

1. Take your measurements!! Gotta have a starting point!!

2. Set up your My Fitness Pal online journal and friend request ME!! Wellness Coach Sonya

3. Look at the food on hand- is it healthy?? Do you have meals??

4.Make your meal plan with a grocery list of the foods you need

5. Go to the store!! 

How about getting fit!!!

1. Set a goal

2. Pick 2 or 3 different exercises to try

3. Try them!!!!

4. Reflect- which did you enjoy??

5. Plan a time to do more tomorrow!!!

Let's See What We Can Do !!!!!!!!!!