It seems easy for us to drown in our sorrows, and not allow ourselves to love where we are in this moment.
Sometimes, we forget all we are blessed with. It’s easy to compare ourselves to others and not accept the beauty and strength within.
This is one of the most pointless mind games we can be involved in. Not only are these thoughts infecting out mind with negativity, they leave us with lower energy because we are in a state of judgement, envy, anxiousness, and anger.
* Since I’m up super early, I’ve been getting in my fruit first thing in the morning before breakfast. I usually alternate between fresh fruit or a veggie juice. *
The beauty in life is our differences, and how we use those difference to impact the world. Just because something is easier, doesn’t mean we should choose the easy way out.
It’s easier to see flaws in our body, but why focus on those negatives when they make us feel so bad? The way you think, effects the way you feel and vice versa.
Be willing to put energy and time into changing your thinking, to appreciate our bodies for what they do for us.
It’s more difficult to follow what our hearts want, since our minds are convincing us otherwise. If your heart wants something, don’t allow negative thoughts to determine what you will do.
* Can you believe I went to Starbucks over the weekend and they already had holiday cups?!? So bizarre. *
Stop thinking of all the things you want to change, what you don’t like, and accept that you are amazing, and love where you are right now. Be proud of what you’ve accomplished.
When negative thoughts come in, I remain connected with myself and tell those thoughts they aren’t welcome in my life.
There will always be people out there, who try and tear us down and make us feel weak. We can’t control what other people say about us, so why allow ourselves to get wrapped up in someone’s opinions. We can control the way we react in these situations and learn from them.
By accepting others opinons, moving on, and not dwell. We probably receive many compliments each day, so why focus on those few negative ones, instead of the positive things!
* Snacks have been pretty consistent; pumpkin protein muffin with coconut flour frosting. Still loving it. *
There is beauty in each and every person, and it’s meant to be celebrated.
It can be easier to push our bodies to keep doing more; more exercising, more food obsession, when we can use that same power to admit we need rest and more energy to thrive.
For me, it was easier to stay stuck in a cycle of over-exercising and under-eating, being in constant denial, than it was to reach out and ask for help from others.
Just because these things are easier, does it mean we should take the easy way out?
*More pumpkin spice muffins, an apple, and spread with cashew butter *
It’s easier to not do things that will make us feel better. Easier to remain in a constant state of comfort, instead of accepting that we need to change things.
However we can chose to take the road not taken, doing what we’re unfamiliar with.
It will make us uncomfortable, it will be hard, but it will be a satisfying and a positive experience in the end.
Do you struggle with taking the easy way out?
How do you make sure you remain positive?
Hope everyone has a terrific Tuesday! And to everyone who is being effected by Sandy, I wish you all the best and pray you remain safe!
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I don’t struggle taking the easy way out, in fact i always chose the easy way (when regarding certain aspects of my life) as sadly the right way always involves things i don’t want to do.
Ohh course when it comes to school work or family/friends i am willing to do what ever it takes, if it’s easy or not.
The only way i can make myself remain positive is to remember all the things i will be able to, such as if i don’t try and do this now and will not be able to become a nurse or even go to uni. although sometimes i think that i could become a nurse regardless.
You just have to find something worth fighting for.
I definitely know what you mean. You need to find something worth fighting for!
“Stop thinking of all the things you want to change, what you don’t like, and accept that you are amazing, and love where you are right now. Be proud of what you’ve accomplished.” … perfectly said Lisa!
What motivates me to say positive is the final outcome. I liked to think I’m a pretty strong minded person, and as long as I stay focused I know I can overcome & conquer what ever may be thrown my way.
That’s the perfect way to stay motivated!:)
Sometimes I do take the easy way out… I think it has to do with my non A type personality.. Having a balance (with everything) is key!
Love this post! I think I tend to focus on the easier things to focus on than the big scary things in front of me! It’s something I still need to work on! Positivity is key no matter what happens and again is something that has definitely taken work!
Oh yes, that mindset has taken lots of work for me to get too! And I definitely still have my off days, I just need to keep it consistent:)
I probably do take the easy way out with most things. It’s natural to go with what you know and what you are comfortable with. I should try and do more things that challenge me, though! Wonderful post as usual, my friend <3
Yep, it’s definitely so easy to just take the easy way out because it’s what we’re comfortable with! I’m trying to break that routine and try some new fun things!
Very beautiful message, I think what it all boils down to is upmost acceptance of yourself and radical acceptance of everything you have to offer. It can be a tough one though and I know something I struggle with.
So true, it definitely comes down to acceptance of ourselves and what we have to offer to the world.
There are definitely times where I’m tempted to take the easy way out, especially when it comes to emotions or anxieties that I don’t want to face… but I try to keep in mine that while continually taking the easy way out might feel better in the short run, eventually everything will add up and overwhelm you in the end. Being positive hasn’t always been easy or me, but by consciously making the effort to point out the good things in my life, I’ve sort of fallen into the habit of being thankful for what I have, especially if I keep in mind that things could always be worse.
It has been a challenge for me as well to be positive, but in the end it is so worthy. I definitely still need to keep challenging myself with certain things and remember it’s always good to get outside my comfort zone!
Sometimes your at the right place at the right time. I am so glad I found your blog! This post really hits home for me. Sometimes I tend to bury my head in the sand and just not deal with things when they need to be dealt with. BUT in the end, It is always much easier to NOT take the easy way out!
So glad you found me too:) Thanks for commenting! I agree it’s much easier to not take the easy way out!
YES! Just absolutely yes. After years of wrong beliefs and drowning in negativity, depression, and anxiety, it is HARD to accept ourselves fully. Its HARD to change the beliefs we’ve had about ourselves, our spirit, and life. But does that mean its not worth it? NO! We are AMAZING, life is AMAZING and we have the ability to choose to live fully each moment. Thanks for posting love!
xoxo
Yes to all of this!!!
I don’t take the easy way out….so I tend to be hard on myself. something I am always working on! My husband helps me have a nice balance
Hey- not trying to be hard on you but: You seem to be doing pretty intense exercise and eating a very little amount. Your body will not go back to normal until you really do what you need to do (eat more and exercise less) Can’t you turn your spin sessions into a nice walk? Your dinners look like a bunch of veggies to me.. add some real food! It’s possible to recover (I did) but you need to get your mind in the game.
I actually go to a nutritionist and she is well aware of all that I eat and the amount I exercise. Right now this is what is working for me, but if it needs to change (per her recommendation) I am definitely willing to do so! I have actually been very committed to make different choices regarding my recovery.
I swear you & your blog are a ray of positivity in my day, that I always look forward to.
Do I ever take the easy way out? Umm, YES!
I seem to do everything possible to keep me in my own little, comfortable bubble, like , all.the.time. Ugh, I’m so annoying:/. Cos this really is really is a boring, same-ey way to live. Never any challenge, change or excitement.
‘It will be a positive & satisfying experience in the end’<- ill HAVE to keep that in mind with future oportunities that come my way:).
Xxx
Oh girl, I definitely have troubles with expanding from my little comfortable bubble. I just need that reassurance and I need to believe in myself to change my habits!
gosh i needed this today. It is easy to be the negative one. to see flaws, to feel discouraged. But oh the reward for changing our minds to match our hearts is rewarding! a battle that we CAN win!
Exactly, the reward of changing our mindset it just the best feeling! To live happier day in and out.
I love this! It is so easy to take the easy way out and go with what you are used to and feel comfortable with. It is easy for me to fall into that trap. However, we grow so much when we stretch ourselves and walk down a new path!
Exactly! We need to get comfortable with being uncomfortable!
Starbucks should at least wait until Halloween is over! So annoying.
I need to take the easy way out just a little more often… I got the long way and then it have a negative effect on my positivity!
I know, right! I thought they would wait until at least November. Yah, it’s not good when we let those choices effect our mindsets!