MASTERING THE MARATHON
3 WAYS TO BUILD HEALTHY HABITS
The journey to healthier habits is a marathon, not a sprint, and as such, it is a daunting task. Here are three tips to help you begin your journey, whether your goal is to lose weight, improve your diet, work out regularly, or just establish a more balanced lifestyle.
achieving these milestones will solidify your commitment to your new healthy habits.
NO. 1 — START SMALL Start your journey to better health in small ways, as attempting drastic change can be overwhelming. You should first focus on incremental adjustments to your routine. If your goal is to exercise more, start with short walks in the evenings after dinner or take the stairs in the office instead of elevators. These changes lay the foundation for long-term success. Starting small will make it easier to transition to larger changes, like adding a morning workout or speeding up your evening walk into a jog. NO. 2 — SET SPECIFIC GOALS Setting clear, attainable goals can easily motivate you. Rather than vague aspirations, like “exercise more” or “eat healthy,” define your goals into objectives like “walk 20 minutes every day” or “eat vegetables with every meal.” These goals can be a road map for your journey as you can track your progress as time goes on. Consistently
NO. 3 — STAY CONSISTENT Consistency is at the core of building a habit — establishing a routine that aligns with your health goals. A structured routine supports habit formation, and consistency reinforces it. If you miss a day of your new habit, a routine helps you bounce back into the structure without being hard on yourself. As you continue building healthy habits, consistency will help ingrain them into your lifestyle. You can lay the groundwork for lasting, healthy habits by embracing these three tips. Small, gradual changes become the foundation for continued success, while clear objectives serve as milestones to celebrate success along the way. So, take joy in the process, celebrate the victories, and know that building these healthy habits is a marathon worth running.
EMPOWER YOUR INNER MOM
Self-Care Secrets for Mothers
Women often overlook self-care, especially amidst the demands of motherhood. Yet, above all, mothers must prioritize it for their well-being and their families. Carving out wellness moments empowers mothers to recharge, refocus, and be the best version of themselves. Here are a few self-care tips for moms (or anyone!).
JOURNALING Being a mother often gets tiring, so moms can benefit significantly from journaling, which provides a dedicated space for reflection, self-expression, and emotional processing. By journaling, you get your thoughts out of your head and onto paper as an emotional release. It’s a valuable outlet for many people, especially hardworking moms! EXERCISING Mothers can release tension and emotions from a long, hard day by walking or participating in a yoga class. Fitting these practices into a busy day is challenging, so try carving out time for yourself in the morning or at the end of the day. Getting out in the fresh air and doing something positive for yourself can be a real boost.
SPENDING TIME WITH FRIENDS Spending time with friends is an especially important break for mothers. Other moms can provide a support system, but friends in general outside the family can help women gain a better perspective. They can share hobbies or do things they enjoy outside of being a mother, which reminds them that they are not just moms. They have identities as women with unique interests, talents, and outside identities rather than just being moms all the time. Self-care is not a luxury for moms; it’s a necessity. By nurturing themselves, moms will become better equipped to meet the demands of parenthood with resilience, patience, and love. Let’s face it: Moms do more than we know, so they must make time to do the things they love.
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