Dreams require goals. Goals require planning. Planning requires intention and execution. However, we all know that life can throw us curve balls. So, let me ask you this. Do your plans make allowances for the barriers you may encounter along the way? Do they provide the flexibility that you will need to overcome these barriers?
Having the support of others when we are working to achieve our goals is crucial. Coaches, teachers, mentors, employers and others can help us get to our destination. However, others’ support and guidance won’t make a difference if we are not actively engaged in the pursuit of our goals. ....Whether you are looking to be promoted, trying to improve a skill, training for a big competition, or striving to be the best parent you can be, taking ownership of your journey is the key to success.
Guest Author: Sarah Gariba, BSN, RN Hey athletes! Whether you’re a hardcore competitor or just an enthusiastic weekend warrior like I’ve become, it’s common to put tons of pressure on yourself to perform at higher and higher levels. But what happens when our bodies and minds hit limitations that prevent us from reaching our lofty athletic goals? As someone who has struggled with multiple sports injuries and burnout from pushing too hard, I’ve learned the importance of getting real about what my body can ACTUALLY handle. Sometimes I think I’m super woman… but my body will snap me back to reality REAL quick. Through trial and error (ok, mostly error!), I’ve discovered how to set realistic expectations so I can keep pursuing my goals without completely crashing. Here are a few kind-hearted tips: – Check your mindset. Be aware of an inner critic setting you up for failure with rigid demands. Are you beating yourself up over normal setbacks? Catch and question those unrealistic expectations. – Know your current fitness level…intimately! Don’t pretend you can instantly handle a performance goal that requires abilities you haven’t built up to yet OR used to have. Respect your real starting line. – Focus on self-competition, not others. Don’t worry about what level your teammates, friends or opponents are at. compare yourself only to your own personal records, and aim to incrementally better your skills rather than take quantum leaps. – Appreciate all progress. Every tiny gain still counts as a ‘win’ – a second shaved off your time, 5 more pounds lifted, getting in an extra rep. View small steps as markers of growth over needing instant dramatic breakthroughs. – Make time for rest, recovery and SELF-CARE! Don’t minimize these as optional. Schedule them into your training calendar PURPOSEFULLY to prevent strain. Ask yourself, […]
Goal setting is something we do in our day to day lives whether we realize it or not. Some goals might be smaller than others like getting a load of laundry done, while some may be larger, like losing 10 pounds. Either way, goals should meet certain criteria - they should be “SMART”. SMART stands for specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timely.
Are you living authentically? Are you showing-up as yourself and for yourself every day? Are you acknowledging and hornoring your truth? Are you living by your beliefs and values?
Self-care is often thought of as an aftermath. It’s thought of as a reward for hard work or getting through a tough time. It should be seen , however, as a prerequisite for mental health and well-being.
There is still a huge stigma attached to mental health. But in honor of Mental Health Awareness month,I’m giving you permission to check-in with yourself and attend to your mental and emotional needs. There’s no shame, only gains!
We often spend our time rewinding to the past or fast-forwarding to the future. Today, Karelle will lead you through a grounding exercise called 5-4-3-2-1 to help you play the moments.
Too often, we are focused on where we need to go and forget where we are now. Although setting goals and envisioning our future gives us a path to follow, fully being where our feet are is what allows us to embrace our pace.