Many amazing quotes and messages flood my social on the daily.
Although many are powerful, it’s rare one of them truly sticks.
A few weeks ago, however… this punch of truth appeared on my phone screen:
“If you already feel broken, weak, and tired at 40…
Wait till you see what staying the same looks like at 60.”
Ya know those moments that feel so perfectly right on time?
THIS quote was one of them.
Do you know that when it comes to our health and well-being, we are wired to believe we are the exception?
Although we’re well aware unfortunate things happen…
We all tend to believe it will never happen to US.
That’s why we continue partaking in habits that are potentially harmful, neglect to move our bodies regularly despite all the truth that backs up the power of movement, and are constantly going through life like a hamster on a wheel trying to check off all the tasks without a break.
And this isn’t just me saying this.
Science has shown on brain scans that when people are told unfortunate things that could happen, there is a part of our brain that literally shuts off, and just doesn’t hear it.
Isn’t that crazy!?
But truth be told…
None of us are the exception.
Summer time is amazing. Things tend to be less rushed, more carefree, the sun is shining, the pools are open, the people gather, and amazing memories are made.
Simultaneously, if you’re anything like me and my people…
There tends to be more food, treats, delicious beverages, and less self-care as we focus on kiddos, family, and memory-making.
I want to be a voice of truth here…
Although I was once an all or nothing type of person, that’s no longer who I am, and I truly do believe all things in moderation are A-OK.
That being said…
Please consider that if you are currently struggling with lack of sleep, a sore body, an anxious mind, and/or a schedule that doesn’t seem to mellow…
And you continue on this path without listening to those whispers of your mind and body asking you to slow down and take care of yourself…
It will only be worse 5, 10, and 20 years from now.
This is your sign to start paying attention, and to take care of yourself this summer!
The truth is, we all know what is helpful and what isn’t.
We know when we’re tired and need to rest.
We know movement will give us more energy once we get going.
And I assure you…
Starting small, and starting now, will have your mind and body singing your praises all summer long, and you will come out of summer feeling GOOD and PROUD of yourself.
So I ask you…
What’s it gonna take?
What do you need to prioritize TODAY…
To ensure you come out of summer on a better note than you started?
Belieiving in us, always!
