Self Massage on the Foam Roller
A Slice of Heaven!
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Are you a glass half full type or not? Keeping a positive outlook in a fallen world can be tough. How you choose to look at things affects key areas of your life. Optimism like thankfulness is choosing to focus your attention on what’s good instead of what’s bad. Are you bringing light and hope to others or discouragement and despair?
Be a mind optimist. Start your day with gratefulness for all you have in your life. Thank God that you live in a free country with amazing creature comforts many don’t enjoy. Don’t forget the gifts and talents you and your family posess. Remember what makes you special. Give thanks for it, and pledge to use those abilities each day.
Be a body optimist. Loving yourself begins with your thoughts. Devote more time to keeping your body strong and healthy. Focus on the good things you’re doing: “I’m taking exercise classes twice a week.” I’m eating 3 meals and carrying healthy snacks with me throughout the day.” “I’m walking an hour 3 times a week.”
Be a money optimist. “Are you obsessively watching the news. It’s great to stay informed and active, but constant reminders of bad news may make you feel worse. Take action! First and foremost, get your own financial house in order. Save for your own retirement so you have less stress about your own future. If you’re called to make a difference through community action, align yourself with organizations and people with similar goals who are optimistic about the future.
Please share your ideas on how we all can stay optimistic in this crazy world.
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Have a ball with Pilates!
Wouldn’t it be great if you found exercise irresisitable?
Could it be you are doing the wrong exercise? Judy Garland said, “If you obey all the rules you miss all the fun!” Experts say you need to do 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise on most days, plus 2-3 days of weight lifting. Does that really work for you?
Think outside of the box. Remember how it felt on the first date…your heart was racing and you were having a ball! Why not try a new hobby that makes your heart go pitter, pat. We don’t have enough fun in our lives! I encourage you to try a non-traditional hobby or exercise?
Here are a few ideas:
Ice Skating
Martial Arts
Hoop Dancing
Ballet
Horse back Riding
Line Dancing
Unicycling or Cycling
Belly Dancing
Pilates coupled with Free Weights
Yoga / Yogalates
Is there something you’ve always wanted to try, but never got the chance? Stop hiding and show who you really are. Scare yourself and try something new. Let me know what fun exercise or hobby you enjoy, or would like to try.
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My brother, Brian Shearer is a chaplan in the U.S. Navy. He left for Africa on the USS Gunston Hall on January 15 and was re-routed to Haiti. Read the heart-breaking article here. http://tinyurl.com/ybop2dz
My brother has 4 young children at home. I pray for his safety and mental fortitude and that he will touch many lives with God’s comfort. Please share who you know in Haiti or what efforts you may be involved in. 
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Eggs will speed weight loss, curb cravings longer and stimulate your brain. Try these easy scrambled eggs with a bit of goat cheese for a flavor boost. Add some fresh herbs for a satisfying lunch.
Here’s a great way to avoid the fat. Take a cereal bowl, spray with olive oil or Pam, break in 2 eggs and 1 tablespoon skim milk, add dill and goat cheese. Microwave about 1.5-2 minutes and serve open face on wheat toast. Yum!
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