THE LAUNCH
It’s Day One of my Lifestyle Makeover. The starting line was originally set for a week from today—my sober anniversary—but the first of the month makes more sense. It also gives me one week to tip-toe into the whole idea. Just to get this out of the way, and since I’m going to be totally honest and transparent here… I don’t have the Get-Up-and Go-For-It mentality that I wish I had right now. I’m not feeling inspired, OR motivated.
That’s the thing though. If I wait until it feels right, this lifestyle change might never take-off.
I’ve chosen an old image for this. I love the idea of running feet to represent this new journey that I’m on. They symbolize change, growth, and forward momentum. I’m tracking my progress for myself, but also for anyone who’s been considering taking some steps to change their health, eating habits, or lifestyle.
I thought I’d use this first seven days to survey (and talk about) my thoughts, to sketch out a little road map, and to share some of the ideas I have about this transformation. I have no doubt that my daily chronicles will contain humorous anecdotes. I was in the middle of writing the introduction when my mother walked in… marble pound cake in hand… and I caved. No one said it would be easy! 😉
I’m not entering into some dull, rigid, or torturous program here… No siree! This renovation is going to be fun and adventurous. I’m going to try foods that I’ve never tried, do things that I’ve never done, and experience life in ways that I’ve never before considered—from a totally new perspective. That’s the plan anyway.
The goal here is subtle change. I was excited to stumble on an article about a book by Robert Maurer, Ph.D., “One Small Step Can Change Your Life: The Kaizen Way.” I won’t have my hands on it until tomorrow, but the title speaks volumes and seems pretty self-explanatory. Little micro-alterations, that take place gradually, work (and stick) far better than those nearly impossible and enormous changes we try to make.
This last part is where things get uncomfortable. I WILL keep tabs on my body’s metamorphosis. The starting point, obviously, is the hardest to reveal. So… to make things easier (and less conspicuous) I’m going to keep those stats tucked away on my home page. I won’t be shouting them from the rooftops, or sharing them on my posts. If anyone is truly interested in those thoughts and numbers, they can be found there. I think that’s fair.
That’s all I have to share for Day One. It’s all mental work right now. I’m excited though! Thinking and writing has moved my motivation level up one notch from where it was this morning. That’s better than no notch at all! I’m curious to see how this plays out. Maybe nothing will change, maybe everything will change, but the bottom line remains constant…
I’ll never know unless I try.
—Janet
Wish me luck!
a sprinkle of faith 
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41 responses to “New Lifestyle, New Me”
Pushing yourself to reach new goals is always exciting. I hope this goes well for you. Rock on.
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Thank you!
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Stay positve, Janet ➕✔️
Just imagine I said something
supremely extremely motivating 😎
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Haha! Ok then. Thanks David! You are a man of many (motivating) words. 😄 all appreciated.
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I do indeed wish you luck and blessings. OSAT. One Step At A Time.
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Thank you Judi!
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Best wishes to you Janet. It is about what you can become by this time next year, not tomorrow.
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Thank you Mark!
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Good luck! I’ll be starting something next week, your soberversary. Maybe will be able to inspire each other (or commiserate). Xx
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Awesome Collette! I would love to have a cohort for this. We can definitely inspire each other! I am learning thing just by reading about my body type. That alone gets me going because I can visualize the many ways I can better my diet, etc. Thank you and let me know when you start!
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Just do it, Janet! I wish you strength, determination, resilience, perseverance and much fun! Marcus
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Thank you Marcus!! 😘❤
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You’re doing it, Janet!
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I am!! 🤩😘
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Then you’re on your way … 😊
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We are all thinking positive thoughts and sending positive energy your way for your makeover!
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Thank you John!! ❤
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Wow, that’s really awesome Janet, you’re doing great job, many posts in a single day.
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Thank you!
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Wishing you all the luck on this transformation!
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Thank you so much!
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Good luck!! I wish you success
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Thank you!
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Congratulations on your sober anniversary! That in itself is a huge accomplishment.
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Oh thank you so much!
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Go for it Janet and don’t let anyone get you down – especially yourself! I too am on a new chapter, a new way of thinking, attempting to throw off old patterns. Keep believing!
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Thank you Jude! I wish you the very best on your new chapter as well!
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YOUR WRITING IS AMAZING
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Wow thank you!
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Loved your last line!
I’m wondering how do you write such a beautiful piece in a lucid way?
Maybe you’re more than what your words speak who are. It feels like you’ve been experiencing all these beautiful little thoughts for ages.
But the bottom line as you’ve mentioned, a small try is what we all need to push ourselves, to go beyond what we think we cannot do, cannot reach!
It’s all inside what we call the tiny part of our body, the head!
Best wishes, Janet!
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Thank you so much! I suppose I have a lot of experience with making life changes. Your comment was very kind. Much appreciated.
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Welcome. Looking forward to reading more such amazing contents!
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Allowing yourself to transform to a better you is the most amazing experience ever.. I’m excited for you and look forward to reading more!
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Thank you so much!
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Love 🤍
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Thank you!
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