Small Steps -- know yourself -- 2011.07

Small Steps

A journey of a thousand miles begins with
a single step.

Lao-tzu

Try This:

I'll admit that I have slacked off on the exercise lately. I haven't gone back to being a coach potato (that's a win), but I'm certainly not as active as I was or even need to be if I truly want to be "walking strong" in 10 years. But I'm ready to get back to being more active. First, I had to acknowledge that some activities just weren't going to work no matter how much I talked about it.

For example, since I work from my home office most days of the week, I've been saying that I can just pop a DVD in and do yoga at home. I've got a great space and the ability to do it here. But I realized this last week that as long as I'm doing it by myself in the privacy of my own home, I will never really experience the full benefit of yoga. When I'm by myself, I get bored; I don't push to stretch just a bit more; and I definitely don't hold positions as long as I would in a class. I NEED the motivation of a class and an instructor. So given what I know about myself when it comes to yoga, I took a look at what might work for me: a set time; an instructor; other participants; a slower more relaxed level; and a relatively easy commute.

Will it work? Will I make yoga a fixture in my schedule? I'll keep trying until I do. Because I know I feel better when I'm practicing yoga; I know that I need a class to motivate me; I know I need it to be an easy fit for my schedule; and I know that I am ready to try again.

What do you know about yourself that will help you this week to make better choices?

How'd it go?

How did you get your fruit in last week?
check out last week's edition

Check This Out:

10 Foods for a Healthy Heart -- thanks, Jeanne for sharing this link

I would love to speak to your organization or group on any of these topics.

Quote:

Challenges make you discover things about yourself that you never really knew. They're what make the instrument stretch--what make you go beyond the norm.

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My Journey:

I've lost weight twice before but I gained it back eventually. This time I'm determined to keep it off and I realize that it's not a one time fix. It's a journey. And as with all great journeys, you learn as you go.

I take these small steps with you each week because I also need to build and maintain the habits and behaviors that support me in my journey. Thanks for joining me each week. Have fun and enjoy your life!

more about my journey

photos
above: Shawndra, 2008 by Perceptions Unlimited
right: Shawndra, Christmas 2003

Shawndra Holmberg
Coach & Organizer - I believe YOU can...

www.dhucks.com
808.969.3800

Is your organization or group looking for speakers?

A special presentation available for organizations, businesses and groups on the Big Island, March - May: Personal & Business Emergency Preparedness. June 1 begins the hurricane season in Hawaii and my personal desire is to know that more people are better prepared. If you would like me to speak to your organization, business, club, association or group of friends, please call or email. (808.969.3800, dhucks@dhucks.com).

I've combined my previous experience in preparedness and safety with my knowledge and insight as an organizer and coach to make 'getting your preparedness dhucks in a row' more manageable and more likely.

Here's a bit of my background (check out my bio at Dhucks.com/about.html):

Bioterrorism Preparedness Planner for the Hawaii District Health Office
Trainer (safety, environmental, process) on Johnston Atoll
Safety, Environmental and Health Coordinator at South Pole, Antartica

I have several other topics that I would love to share with your organization and I am always open to tailoring something to your needs. Check out the topics at Dhucks.com/services/speaking.html.

For those of you in Oregon, I will be in Oregon April 11 - 24. If you would like me to speak to your organization or group on preparedness or one of the other topics, please let me know. I would love to see you.