I know we STILL have Thanksgiving before the season REALLY kicks off... but according to the stores, it's already happening. YIKES!!!
This also means that many people start to treat their workplaces, and homes like the holidays are on their way... which means.. it's BAKING SEASON!! And.. people bring in cakes, and cookies, and the offices are infiltrated.
Or, if it's not at work, it might be your friends or family that start baking, cooking, or bringing these treats home. It can feel like the focus of the holidays is ALL about food, and that's why this time of year, it's important we bring our "A" game, and create healthy boundaries with food, only eat when physically hungry, and learn how to deal with all the food that may be around this time of year, because sometimes it may feel like it's calling your name.
We essentially have exactly 4 weeks until Thanksgiving.. and another 4 weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas.. EEEEEEK!!!
.... And you know.. and I know... a LOT can happen between now and then...
This is the time when we need to be clear on WHAT we are allowing into our lives, and what we need to BE clear to STAY away from in order to stay on track....
When you get clear on your goals - this helps you see what priorities are important to you. It's more than just goals though, it's about seeing food differently, experiencing food differently, and living LIFESTYLE change rather than falling back into the DIET mentality..
The "I"ll start tomorrow" or "I'll start in January" attitude is part of the problem.. because this keeps you stuck in old patterns, and the cycle continues, until you stop it.
And, like I've said in previous emails - we have LESS than 3 months.. and almost less than 2 months now.. until the end of this YEAR...
I promise, I'm not trying to be all SPOOKY and scare you into oblivion.. (BOO!).... but because life goes soooo fast and sooo many people are still living life on AUTOPILOT... it's hard to believe we are completing a DECADE in a matter of months... we're not just completed 2019... but we're entering a new DECADE.. let that sink in a minute...
When you think back to where you thought you would be at the beginning of this year, what goals did you set for 2019??? What promises did you make? What actions did you commit to? And.. what did you ACTUALLY follow through on??
See, we tend to OVER-PROMISE ourselves regarding we can accomplish in 3-months, 6-months and so on. We also tend to UNDERESTIMATE what we can do daily in small action steps.
And... I know many people who will say "screw it" through the holiday season hoping they will use the hype of January and resolutions to try to get back on track.. and here's the truth.. when you allow old habits to creep in, it takes a LOT longer to kick them back out again, regardless of what time of year it is.. and there's no magic bullet.
This is why I strongly encourage support, outreach, and a solid plan of action.. and create the mindset shifts now to lead you to the finish line this YEAR... not next year... THIS YEAR!!
Let's leave weight we choose to lose in this year.. let's not carry it into next year, or make promises for next year that we couldn't keep to ourselves this year. Next year has no more magic than this year.. it's US and our commitment to ourselves that make a difference in the end...
So... We officially have 8.5 weeks LEFT in this year!! What will you choose to do with it?
What do you want to accomplish in your time left in 2019?
What did you ORIGINALLY set out to accomplish this year? Did it happen?
If not, what can you change, and what CAN you accomplish over the next few weeks?
Regardless of where you are, you CAN take back the reins and decide right now to change the end of this year, and make strides toward your goals..
Here are some MINDSET TRICKS to keep you focused for the next 8.5 weeks...
1. TRACK everything you're eating as this helps you be MINDFUL of your choices
2. Bust a MOVE - dance, walk, jam.. move your body for fun and fitness
3. BARIFY your holiday favorites so you don't experience FOMO (fear of missing out)
4. CLOSE the kitchen or pantry between meal times
5. Stay HYDRATED by sipping water and if you get cold, add some zero calorie decaf hot tea throughout your day
And tell us how you're doing in the Bariatric Mindset Mavens group.
And.. the ZERO CALORIE TREAT is an INVITE to our 30-day GRATITUDE Challenge for November.. It starts tomorrow.. so be sure to sign up! And we'll be sharing our ideas in the FB group.. so come hang with us there!
FREE 30-DAY GRATITUDE CHALLENGE
And.. if you know yourself and you NEED additional support because you struggle with doing these things on your own... don't get stuck in old patterns!! We are here to help!
We are still enrolling for our M3 membership group for the holidays and with this 3-month membership you'll get the HOLIDAY HUSTLE Masterclass ($69 value) as a BONUS!! Don't get caught off guard without the support you need to keep yourself on track this holiday season.
You'd be surprised at the things you can achieve in a short time when you commit to the SMALL steps.. but instead many people try to take on TOO much.. and then feel overwhelmed or sabotaged. We encourage community, connection, consistency, and... commitment to yourself. This helps you move leaps and bounds even during the holiday season!
How will you end this year?? Don't leave it to fate.. Take back control... Join us in M3 and gain access to the bonuses!!
WHAT is M3???
M3 is the Bariatric Mindset Mastery Membership which is comprised of video trainings, worksheets, journaling prompts, weekly Monday Motivation lives, and a close-knit group where you can share and feel heard, and actually work through the conflicts that you might be dealing with. It’s a group that offers a basin of support when you need it most. And, you’ll gain access to monthly themed trainings and challenges that help you succeed through this season so you keep the weight off and focused on your goals!!
M3 is the Bariatric Mindset Mastery Membership where I've made it super easy for those to get connected to a support system with:
daily prompts
bi-weekly trainings
bi-weekly Q&A
bi-weekly journaling prompts
bi-weekly tool worksheets
weekly nutrition tips
weekly fitness trainings.
And *NEW* bonus holiday trainings when you sign up for 3-months or more!
In this group, you have the opportunity to shift your perspective and your mindset, all while creating lasting lifestyle change - and you can do this from the comfort of your own home. We also have support structures in place to help you reach out to our members when struggling, or sharing your successes to inspire others. We are a tight community filled with love, compassion, and connection. Our video trainings are always recorded so you can watch them any time of the day or night.
And with your 3-month or annual M3 membership subscription, you'll gain access to the HOLIDAY HUSTLE masterclass, and the HOLIDAY MINDSET & MACROS masterclass I am doing with Patricia to help you get through the holiday season eating yummy foods all on plan!! It will be an event your brain, body, and tastebuds will thank you for! It's a super deal that you can't pass up!!
This brand new *EXCLUSIVE* Masterclass is called the HOLIDAY HUSTLE, and it’s currently ONLY available as a BONUS with a minimum of 3-months in M3.
In M3, we’ll provide you with the support you to get through the new year and beyond. This can be an early holiday gift to yourself, or your holiday survival kit as you attend parties, head into work, or get through family gatherings.
This is super *BONUS* that won't come with future offerings, so if you're on the fence about M3, this is an opportunity for you to try it and get all these other goodies for free.
Get access to M3 and these awesome masterclass bonuses HERE!
See you on the INSIDE!!