It was time for a change…

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MAKING THE DECISION

Roughly five years ago I made a single decision that has since changed my life. I set a goal to become a healthier and happier person. Sure, I doubted myself at first. I remember feeling as if I had dug myself into this giant hole, and was trapped inside someone I didn’t want to be anymore. The number on the scale was a direct reflection of how I felt on the inside.

I was sad. I was unhealthy. And it was apparent.

red before and after

We often hear the claim, “people don’t change.”

If  our life experiences mold our current outlook on life itself, then we are technically constantly changing. Our moods change more frequently than some of us change our clothing. The mind posses the most powerful force we hold within ourselves; the ability to control both our emotions and our reactions. With that being said, I believe people can change.

I surely believe that I have changed.

Figuring out how to control our thoughts is not an easy task, but I believe it to be the key to success when trying to make a lifestyle change. A healthy body all starts with a healthy mind.

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Detox: Social Media Edition

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How much time is too much time to spend scrolling and trolling on social media?
Is it possible to get addicted to our phones? Similar to drinking, drugs and gambling, can social media be the latest addiction affecting our generation?
Studies show Dopamine a neurochemical, often referred to as the “reward molecule” is released and flows from our brains to our fingertips in response to receiving “likes,” shares and comments on social media.

This is the same chemical released after having an awesome workout, or being on the receiving end of a much needed hug. We as a society are now relying on our social media accounts to feel a sense of belonging and social reinforcement.

Often we create expectation while  generating  a new post on our social media accounts. Expectation that can either lead to a positive, or far too often a negative outcome.

Although We temporarily feel good after receiving the desired attention or instant gratification of a post, what happens when we don’t receive as many “likes” as we had originally anticipated?
Do you ever feel a sense of disappointment when you don’t hit your “like” goals? And if you do, do you delete the post all together?
Have you ever compared your physique or life to strangers on the internet?
I’m guilty.

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Mom Bod Mission

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My mission is to empower moms struggling with body image post pregnancy.

Pregnancy and motherhood are often accompanied by major physical changes, stretch marks and scars. Instead of trying to conform to today’s unrealistic fitness and beauty standards after pregnancy, my mission is to help women
find comfort and dignity in their newly acquainted Mom Bod.