The Power of the Mind

Not all things went as planned today, there was plenty that I would've like to go differently. However, I'll take my successes today and chalk them up to the power of the mind. I've known the words we tell ourselves will determine our attitude and outlook and overall success in whatever situation. I figured this out while running. I began training for a marathon with my sister a mere 4 months after having my third baby. Needless to say her pace was much quicker than mine. I remember reading a running article about making a mantra and saying it to yourself when running became hard. I thought it was silly, but decided to give it a try. As I went out on a solo run I was determined to meet my sisters typical pace. Because I was pushing myself I wasn't enjoying my run too much and thought often about stopping. Then, I remember the mantra! I started telling myself; You are strong, You are fast, You are able over and over to rid my mind of the thoughts that weren't beneficial to me. Believe it or not, I met her pace and was amazed! To this day I tell myself the same thing when my running is challenging me.

Now, because I'm a little thick headed, it's hard for me to use one concept in other areas of my life. The start of the 21 day meditation allowed me to use the same concept today as I began my journey towards better health. I didn't wake up early enough for a run, which usually starts  my day off with bad choices. This morning I let it go and chose to have oatmeal with raisins and walnuts for breakfast. It was good and satisfying. For lunch I had a pita sandwich with spinach, orange and cashew salad. For snack I had the temptation to eat a Reese's peanut butter cup...I had a bite in my mouth when I said, "I commit to living Perfect Health" and I actually spit it out. For snack I chose a hard boiled egg and for dinner I made Honey glazed Salmon with a lemon sauce on a bed of sauted mushrooms and onions with Asparagus on the side. I completed the Body Rock fit test and flexibility test. I must say, it was one successful day. My husband even brought me my beloved Dr. Pepper and it stills sits in the fridge because " I commit to living perfect health"!

I'm rather excited! Here's to tomorrow!!