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Month: April 2023

How to Reset your Wellness Plan

Posted on by M Miller

     As the warmer weather approaches, we begin to see more people out and about. They begin to walk or jog more.  The bicycles come out and we become more mindful of our weight.  It may have you wondering how to reset your wellness plan.

     It is time to do a wellness check in.  Our mental and physical health is important because if we are not well everything else stops.

     Resetting our wellness plan is a great way of checking in on our health habits.  If you are anything like me, you have placed it as a priority but somewhere along the way it begins to get lost in the busyness of our lives.  If that sounds like you then this blog post was written just for you!

Reset your Wellness Plan and Regain Control

     If you have set some health goals and expectations but somewhere along the way your plan fell apart.  Gather your plan and restart.  If you are able to see where you got off track.  That would be a great starting point and then simply map out what you need to do to regain control. Are You Managing Your Time

When you feel that you are in control that gives you the power to push forward.

     Once you have regained control, it is important to begin from where you are.  Set some daily and weekly goals for regaining control.  Below are some useful tips to assist you with how to regain control of your wellness plan.

  1. Recommit to monitoring your food intake
  2. Work into your schedule time for exercise
  3. Invest in some form of fitness tracking tools such as (smart watches or Fitbits) they are great tools for recording your movements
  4. Limit eating out if you can (you are not able to control the ingredients)
  5. Remember to take your vitamins and drink your water
  6. Do not underestimate the importance of sleep

     The above steps can serve as a great foundation to build your healthy lifestyle plan from.  It is important in wellness to try and stay as consistent as possible.  I have found that those who go hard real fast, fall off real fast.  With that being said, by setting a plan that works for you and your schedule you are more likely to enjoy your wellness journey and stay committed to it.

     The nice part about warmer weather is that it gets us out more.  It becomes easier to get that morning or evening walk in.  You can even enlist a friend to commit to walking at least 3-4 times a week with.  While we are talking about walking, keeping that water bottle nearby and drinking your water on a regular basis is also a great way to add to your wellness routine.

The Importance of Avoiding Stress as you Reset your Wellness Plan

     The role that stress plays in your wellness routine is very important.  When we are stressed, we tend to not pay attention to our fitness and well-being. Our healthy habits fall off.  Stress can lead to overeating and weight gain.  Avoiding stress if you can is very important.  If you cannot avoid stress due to your current environment and lifestyle, try different ways to manage your stress so that you are able to stay committed to your wellness plan.

Remember to Rest

     While all of the above-mentioned information is important, we cannot underestimate the need for and the importance of getting your proper rest.  Try and commit to getting at least seven hours of sleep each night.  When you are well rested, you are more productive.  The likelihood of you staying committed to the success of your wellness plan is increased.  

Making it fun

     The success of any plan hinges on enjoyment.  This includes your wellness journey.  Take advantage of the fruits and vegetables that are available this time of year.  Revamp your weekly recipes to include more vegetables and plan out as much as you can, what you are going to eat for the week.  If you plan to do well, you will.  Reset your wellness plan and try your best to stay committed. Enjoy your wellness journey and the fruits of your labor.  Until next week my readers continue to ……

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It’s First Qtr. Goals Check in – How Did you make Out

Posted on by M Miller

    Its first quarter goals check in. How did you make out? As the new year approached, we set personal and business goals. It’s always a good practice to review those goals at the end of each quarter.  That time has arrived.  It is goal check in time. If you missed those blog posts, I have attached the links. How to Set Personal Goals How to Make Business Goals After each quarter, I make a practice to review the goals that I set.  When you review your goals each quarter it is easier to see how you are progressing.  A good practice is to compare what your original goal was and then see if you are on track.  If you are great.  If not don’t despair, all is not lost. See where you have gotten off track and then make the necessary corrections.

     Personal Goals Check in Questions

       How is it going?

       Are you satisfied with how things are going so far??

       Are you being realistic?

       Is there anything you would like to add or delete?

     The above questions are just an example of what you can consider when examining your personal goals.  You know the goals you set and the expectations that you have for yourself and so your questions may vary. 

Business Goals Check-in

     Examining your business goals are slightly different.  Making sure your business succeeds is very important and so meeting and or exceeding your business goals have to be treated that way.  Review your objectives for your business.  Then examine whether you are on track for meeting your short- and long-term goals.

Below is a sample list of what you should consider when you check in on the progress of your business and how it is lining up with the goals that you have set.

Is your business on target for where you imagined at this time?

Are you seeing the growth you projected?

Is your income consistent or increasing?

Are you taking on too much at this time?

Do you need to adjust or change some of your goals?

     Again, these questions serve as a guide for what to look for when you are examining your business goals.

     Once, you have done a detailed breakdown for the first quarter on you personal and business goals.  You are better equipped to face the next quarter.  You know what to expect and are being realistic in how you approach your goals.  Any adjustments and changes that are needed you are able to head off before problems can arise.  It is called being proactive rather than being reactive.  

    The Status of your First Quarter Goals

     That is why knowing the status of your first quarter goals is so important. If you are not sure how you are doing.  You won’t know unless you take the time out to really examine how you are doing.  It is a great tool to stay organized and successful.

     There are those that may say it does not take all that.  I am doing great, and I don’t set goals or do a check in.  Well, that may work for them but for the rest of us, not so much.   Staying focused and on task requires us to prepare and have a pathway to our success.  That success is mapped out in the form of goal setting.

     Now that you know the status of your goals for the first quarter, use it to inspire you to continue pushing forward.  May bigger and better things be on your horizon as you move through this year.  May your business thrive, and may you prosper in all that you do. That is my desire for you. Until next week my readers continue……...Living your Dreams out Loud

Now it’s Time for Spring Break

Posted on by M Miller

       The cherry blossoms are blooming. The kids have finished school. It is now time for spring break. The past week was marked by the celebration of three major holidays. Easter, Passover and Ramadan all came together at the same time. The holiday season provides the perfect opportunity to reflect on the many blessings that we have. It provides the time to reconnect and recommit to our relationship with God and how that relationship is essential to our very being.   It is a time that families come together and break bread.  Without that connection, we are reminded that life has very little meaning.  However you chose to spend your holiday, may you have walk away feeling more at peace and fulfilled.

The Start of Spring Break

     This brings us to spring break.  The time when students are out of school and parents tend to take off from work to be home with the children.  For some families before school is out, they have made plans to head out early and avoid the traffic and airport lines.  Others are doing a staycation.  Both choices are good based on your budget and family situation.  

The Goal of Spring Break

      The goal of spring break should be to have fun, reconnect with your family and not completely wear yourself out. You should not need a vacation to recuperate from your spring break. We spend so much time running around and sticking to a schedule.  This break allows us to be schedule free and able to just breathe easier and slow down.  Try not to cram too much into the week.  

The Staycation

      For those who are doing a staycation, while you are at home try to rest and enjoy your surroundings.  You may have set aside some projects that you would like to do, while that is great, remember to limit the number of projects or you may feel like you are still at work.  It is also a great time to spruce up your home.  If you have not done so already, incorporate a bit of spring cleaning It’s Time for Spring Cleaning throughout the week.

Traveling

     If you are away during this week.  Enjoy your stay to the fullest.  Take in the sights and sounds of your travel destination.  If you can limit the amount of time spent on your devices.  I am always entertained by those who spend so much time uploading each and every event that they are attending that it seems as if they are posting more than enjoying the moment.  If you are away, be in the moment of your vacay.  You cannot really enjoy your stay if every moment is a moment, you are posting online in real time.  

Enjoying the Moment

     Enjoy your spring break.  Remember that the time is limited and choose to do whatever whenever you want to.  It is the flexibility of having a choice that should be enjoyed most.  You don’t have to fit everything in, and you don’t have to overshare simply enjoy.  If you choose to sit on your deck with a cup of coffee and do nothing, I am happy for you.  We live in a time where it is almost expected that you have to rattle off a list of places and things that you did in order for people to be impressed.  

     How and where you spend your spring break is entirely up to you.  Only you know your budget and family situation.  Your only goal is to please yourself and your family.  It is not a competition between you and your coworker or neighbor.  Relax and enjoy spending time with your family.  Slow down the pace for the week.  Drop the schedules and take in the sights of spring as everything is blooming and growing all around us.  You have worked hard and now it is time for spring break.  Until next week my readers….

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When Life Comes at you Hard

Posted on by M Miller

     This week I am going to discuss the topic when life comes at you hard.  There is a very successful influencer married couple that blew up the internet last week, when it was discovered that one of the marriage partners (allegedly) had an affair.  Everyone and anyone who had an opinion went live to speculate, instigate and voice their opinion. It made me think about how great being in the public can be when things are going well.  People are able to see the progress and cheer you on. When things take a turn, those same people can quickly turn on you.

Social Media

     Relationships are very personal and with the internet and social media a lot is played out for the world to see.  We often can forget that these are real people with real lives. No one is perfect. It is hard enough to face a challenge in private. When it is public, it is even harder. I would imagine it becomes an even greater challenge.  Having said that, the higher you climb and the more you become someone that others look up to, you have to understand that you have an impact on those who hold you in high esteem.  You can cause others to stumble. They may even believe that there is no hope for them if you couldn’t do it.  

Oversharing

     I would like to add my personal opinion, some things are not meant to share with everybody or to make a joke of.  Meaning if you don’t set boundaries for what you will air on social media or what you will not participate in just for likes and shares. The door then becomes open to some very public and embarrassing moments.

Coping

     When life comes at you hard and you are finding it hard to cope, the best thing that you can do for yourself, and your family is to take some time for yourself and heal from the trauma. Try not to listen to the voices and advice of those who may mean well but are not in your situation.  Also, it is important not to make quick decisions that you may regret later.  When you are emotional you may not be thinking clearly.

     Please note that these are suggestions.  I am not a professional counselor and so with anything if you feel that you need to seek assistance by all means find a qualified professional that is able to provide what is needed during this time. 

Next Steps

     It is important to know that when life comes at you hard, you can and will get to the other side of the problem.  If you can surround yourself with positive people. Stay in prayer and rely on the word of God as your source of strength. Use the time to contemplate your next step. You may not be able to change the situation but you can control how you choose to navigate the situation. Navigating Transitions with Ease

     When life comes at you hard and it will, remember that you can get through this with the help of family and friends.  If you are alone, seek assistance.  Take all the time that is needed to process and navigate your way through. 

Sometimes the things we have been through places us in the best position to help someone else down the road, who is facing a similar situation.  If you are going through a situation now, it is my hope that you will emerge from the situation stronger, wiser and more resilient than ever, ready to continue …

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