Hey friends! Have you ever owned a FitBit or Apple Watch and become obsessed with the step counter or even the metrics for sleep, exercise, nutrition? Or if you are a MyFitnessPal junkie, chances are you are likely trying to keep up with the logging in of meals, counting the nutritional value for each meal. It can be freeing, but it can also feel stressful. And you might find that it hinders you from reaching your goals. For some, like myself, it might feel restrictive and make working out or living a healthy lifestyle less fun, and more like a chore that needs to be completed. We certainly don't want that.

Here's the thing, having apps and technology is incredibly helpful, but sometimes, it's better to go back to the basics. Pen and paper. It's true. That is what I started doing after feeling resistance toward using the apps and smartwatches I have.

Key takeaways from today’s episode:

1. Just because something feels challenging at the moment doesn't mean that it's always going to feel like that. Get specific on what feels challenging about a particular situation, exercise routine, nutrition goal, life goal.

2. If exercising first thing in the morning feels hard, ask yourself how you can create a health ritual that feels fun, inviting, and exciting. What matters is how you feel before, during, and after.

3. If time is a challenge, perhaps you can fit in some movement such as a dance session, short walk, or some plyometric exercises or sun salutations when you have ten minutes to yourself? Movement doesn't only take place on a Peleton. It can take place at any point in the day. For eg: A seven-minute workout, and yes there is an app by that name.

4. Everything is possible, doable, and achievable if you do it in a way that works for you. Challenge yourself to pivot and shift how you do something especially when it feels stressful or overwhelming. Instead of completely ditching it and the progress you've made, perhaps a simple tweak will jolt you back into gear and get you back on track.

It's normal to feel like you "have to" do something because you need to log it in, count those steps, win those challenge badges etc. But when that gets overwhelming, pause, assess, and tweak how you do things. Go back to what was working for you. Focus on the impact, focus on how your mind and body feel when you live a life that's helping you get your inner glow on! And adjust your routines or rituals to reflect that!

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