Big goals are important, but in order to achieve them, it takes many small steps.
So instead of focusing on big goals, go for one small change every day - all in the direction of your big goal.
Here are some examples:
Split second changes:
- order salad dressing on the side, and dip your fork into the dressing rather than pouring it all over the salad
- at the supermarket, select brown rice instead of white rice
- choose a smaller portion of meat
- drink another glass of water
- chose not to have dessert
- select a fruit or vegetable from the store that you've never tried before
- add a tablespoon of ground flax seed to your cereal
Five minute changes:
- make your own oatmeal for breakfast and omit the sugar but add some fruit instead
- make your own trail mix with dried berries and nuts
- meditate for 5 minutes
- chop up some leafy greens and dry (oil free) stir fry to add to your dinner
- at the end of the day, write down three things that you are grateful for that day
Ten minute changes:
- exercise for an extra ten minutes - or start out with ten minutes. If you goal is to walk for 30 minutes a day, split it into 3 ten minute intervals. You'll get the same benefits.
- make a salad to go with, or replace, a meal
- try a new recipe
- play for 10 minutes! Have some fun.
All day changes:
- gather up and throw out all the candy and chocolate in your house. If you don't see it, you'll think less about it and won't be able to eat it.
- pour a large jug of water in the morning - flavor it with hibiscus tea for added antioxidants - and drink it throughout the day
- take a break for 5 minutes every hour - and just move, stretch, relax your eyes by focusing on something in the distance, have some water
- tell a friend about what you are doing to make healthier lifestyle choices and support each other throughout the day
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Daily small changes will result in big lifestyle changes. You can do it! Just 7 small split second changes in one week can bring a difference. Think what you can achieve with a whole year of daily changes!
Let me know what small change you make tomorrow.
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