Optimism

Optimism: state of having positive beliefs
Synonyms: anticipation, assurance, brightness, buoyancy, calmness, certainty, cheer, cheerfulness, confidence, easiness, elation, encouragement, enthusiasm, exhilaration, expectation, good cheer, happiness, hopefulness, idealism, looking on bright side, positivism, rose-colored glasses, sanguineness, sureness, trust

This is the change that was necessary for the weight loss journey to begin. I used to run on a treadmill or participate in another endurance activity and talk down to myself the entire time thinking that I was motivating myself to go further. In all actuality, I was creating more self-defeat and began associating exercise with feelings of shame and negativity. When I changed this around, talked to myself throughout my workout in positive terms and really accepted others compliments throughout the day is when I really started noticing a difference in my weight loss journey. So, to all of you out there beating yourself up when you workout, try a little positive encouragement! Also, if someone pays you a compliment, say "Thank you" and take it to heart rather than discounting what they are saying. It will take you further than you can imagine.

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