Motivation board: Are you not entertained?

I’m really gearing up for this New Year in a way that is different than the previous. I am at a breaking point with almost everything in my life right now, so I am serious about making changes.

It’s human nature to shy/turn away from any situation that brings discomfort or pain. I have learned in the past couple of years to lean into those feelings to get to the other side. Not doing something because the discomfort, even for a short period of time, is too much is an excuse that no longer holds up. Show yourself that you’re stronger than your excuses and justifications. Enjoy the moments of uneasiness because that means you (finally) getting out of your comfort zone. It’s beyond empowering to do something that past you had been too afraid to ever conquer.

This year, I want you to be fearless and courageous. Do something that scares the complete shit out of you. It doesn’t have to be anything outrageous either. It could simply be something like making that phone call you’ve put off, or writing the first sentence to your great novel. Whatever it is, do it. We have such a finite amount of time to share everything we are with the world. Don’t let this year slip by without making it better. You are stronger and more amazing than you’ve ever given yourself credit for, don’t lose that spark.   

My discomfort is going to come in the form of a complete lifestyle change revolving around food. It’s cliché, I know, to make huge and declarative resolutions to lose weight. Trust me, I know it is. And I’m sure it’s just as cliché to say that this year will be different, but at some point that statement is correct right? The way I am eating and treating my body is not lined up with my bigger goals. I do not have the energy required to keep me sharp throughout the day. Nor do I have the clear skin I thought I would have once I passed puberty. I don't want to feel sluggish in the mornings and I certainly don't want to look in the mirror and be repulsed by what stares back at me. I want to be the person I've felt like I was meant to be, both inside and out. That's why I am making changes no matter what the temporary discomfort may be.  

This is truly my year. I can feel it. I can totally feel that good things are on the horizon. I've put in the groundwork and I will finally be seeing the effort pay off. Instead of this making me sit back and relax, it's only making me want to work harder; it's like the sprint at the end of a marathon. 

The thing I geek out about most is motivating people and myself. I love having vision boards and quotes to constantly keep me on track and amped up. Thank god for Pinterest (seriously it’s a creative mind’s playground) because I found awesome examples of Fitness Motivation Boards. I decided to make my own to keep me going when times get tough this year, because we all know they will.

I am blown away by how much I love my board. I’m currently working on my food/workout journal to keep within my allotted caloric intake and daily workouts. I am also recording my FitBit steps and meditation reflections. I will have pictures of that up here soon. But for now, I present to you my Motivation Board.