Why challenge yourself? Why push yourself to the limit? .....Because you might just find YOUrself in the process.
Creating a challenge in your life inspires the person you think you are to become the person you were meant to be.
It has been proven time and time again, that when you create a situation that threatens normalcy - it can be uncomfortable because you are forced to change. Changing - becoming something new.
change [cheynj] Show IPA verb, changed, chang·ing,noun.
verb (used with object)1.to make the form, nature, content, future course, etc., of(something) different from what it is or from what it would be ifleft alone:
I has also been proven that the real world happens outside of your comfort zone. Force yourself to stretch and you have no choice but to reveal a renewed version of you that you will - without doubt - be proud of.
So what makes your a little sick-to-your-stomach to think about doing?
Vicki Garcia (MyKickAssCoach.com) told me about a year ago that I should be doing something every week that makes me feel like barfing. If its uncomfortable - do it anyway... I was amazed to watch my life, my REAL life, manifest itself into existence before me. I was strong enough to grow and no one can ever take that from me. Ever experience being powerful? Its addicting.
It takes 21 days to break and/or create a habit.
For 2013, I'm taking 21 days out of January to be completely alcohol and gluten free. Why? Because I'm curious to see what a difference I'll feel. Neither of these items are regularly in my diet, however I know I'm capable of anything I put my mind to and pushing myself to change and become better version of me is totally worth it.
Whatever it is for you - breaking a habit, creating a new one, doing something you've never done before or doing something you do everyday differently - pick something and start planning!
Heres how:
1. Make a list of those things that pull you out of your comfort zone and challenge you mentally.
2. Choose ONE to focus on.
3. Figure out why this one specific thing is important to you and create a mindset around it being ultimately compelling to achieve.
4. Discover what road blocks you can see getting in the way or triggers that might hinder your success.
5. Invent ways to avoid these situations at all costs. Your life depends on it.
6. Visualize what could be possible after you complete the challenge.
7. Surround yourself with images, notes, texts... anything that reminds you of reaching your goal.
8. Take it one day at at time and reach out for support if you need it.
9. Reward yourself - Affirm your strength and dedication to yourself.
10. Repeat steps 1-9 ;)
Raise the stakes. Be the best you. Get inspired wellness. - Lauren Rae
Grilled Salmon Burger with Mashed Acorn Squash and Green Bean & Broccoli Slaw with Almonds
What you'll need:
Frozen salmon burgers from whole filets
1/2 bag of broccoli slaw from Trader Joe's
1/2 bag of fresh cut green beans
2 tbsp sliced almonds
1/2 tbsp coconut oil
2 acorn squash
Almond Milk
Grade B maple syrup
Slice your acorn squash in half and remove seeds. Place inside-up on a baking sheet and drizzle each piece with the grade B maple syrup. Poke the halves with a fork and let the syrup down into the holes. Bake at 350 for 1 hour or until soft enough to scoop out of the shell. While the squash is baking, heat up your grill! When the squash is done, scoop out of the shell (AFTER they are cooled of course) and mash together in a bowl adding the desired amount of almond milk until smooth and creamy.
Heat coconut oil in a sautee pan over medium-high heat and add green beans. Cook until almost done and add the almonds and broccoli slaw and cook until they are soft. I like to add cayenne and salt-free seasoning... I also sometimes add minced garlic for an extra kick! Get creative and add seasonings that you like.
Grill your burgers to desired temperature, pair with your side dishes and enjoy :)
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