CELESTE GIVES UP

For the first time in a long while, I appreciate my body.

We can do pretty amazing things.

Having a positive attitude really attracts opportunities.

But first, it might attract a Suburban backing up into your Element.

Luckily the hitch just ran into my wheel. (See? Positivity! Though I may not be so upbeat when I deal with the insurance company.)

In any case, I’m excited about living life freely. I’m excited to ride bikes, eat brunch, downsize possessions, run miles, read books, educate myself, grow my business.

Week 8 Challenge: Stop counting calories

I’ve mentioned before that I wanted to free myself from calorie counting.

So, this week’s challenge is to give up the food log. I need to do this to prove to myself that I can eat like a normal person without tracking.

I officially stopped counting on Thursday, and the next few days were slightly disastrous—a combination of rebellion/wanting to eat the world after 9 miles and working out. It was two days’ worth of eating junk without any satisfaction. I went to bed bloated and sick.

Luckily I got that out of my system, and yesterday was business as usual. I need to cultivate a healthy relationship with food—a relationship without calorie counting and obsession.

Now, because this doesn’t actually take any effort on my part, I’m going to have a secondary challenge.

Week 8 Mini Challenge: Lose the negativity

I’ve had a shitty attitude the past week or two. I need to remember that I have a lot of incredible things going on in my life.

Every day this week, I’ll pick a different aspect of my life (marriage, work, self, family, etc.) and list five positive, appreciative thoughts.

Sometimes I take my life for granted. I have so much to be thankful for, and I’m going to remind myself of that this week.

I’d love if you’d join me! What are you thankful for?

Today I’m going to:

1. Eat well
2. Work out and go to personal training
3. Stay positive