Don’t get me wrong, I love me some self care activities. When needing a little R&R, nothing beats a getting a massage, pedicure, or blowout, having coffee with a friend, or reading a book while taking a bath. And I define them as such because it either fills my emotional cup, allows me to temporarily disconnect if feeling overextended, or gives me a bit of a confidence boost. Which is fine. But where it gets messy is when behaviors that are more self sabotage in disguise are labeled as self care and thereby justified. Overeating foods that leave you feeling awful after. Drinking alcohol after a long, hard day. Spending all day lazing on the couch. Buying things you don’t need. Binging TV shows. So how do you distinguish what's what? If you feel regret or a sense of shame afterwards, that’s a strong cue it’s not serving you. Don’t get me wrong. I’m not saying there isn’t a time for the occasional indulgence. Especially if it’s intentional and aligned with your values. But if it’s starting to become a regular pattern that’s being used to numb or distract from uncomfortable emotions that are too hard to feel and you are experiencing negative consequences after, that’s when you know there’s a deeper issue that needs to be addressed. And if you have health or body composition goals you’re working to achieve, those misaligned behaviors will make it difficult if not impossible to do so. It’s time to reframe what true self care is. Sure it can be the surface level stuff, but more so it's: Instead, it’s fueling your body with nourishing food, staying hydrated, moving your body, prioritizing sleep, getting regular health checks, setting and upholding boundaries, spending time with people who lift you up but also hold you to a high standard, having a spiritual practice, expressing emotions in a healthy way (therapy, journaling), creative outlets, taking intentional downtime through methods that restore you. It's not always easy or enjoyable in the moment but is worth it in the end when you feel a true sense of peace and pride. That's what will allow you to be the best version of yourself and is what you're truly deserving of.
Everything is better with pizza 🍕🍕🍕
Le lion échoue 7 à 10 fois avant de réussir à capturer sa proie...85% de sa vie est donc un échec. Qu'est-ce qui fait de lui un roi? SA PERSÉVÉRANCE 🦁 Un immense merci à ma team, mes sparringpartners, mes sponsors et vous tous présents dans cette aventure 😍 Humble dans le succès, fort dans la défaite 👊 #perseverance #fort #lion #bealion #stepbystep #progressnotperfect #keepgoing
So, let's be blunt here: I'm behind. *Way* behind — as far as this tracker is concerned, anyway. Because I haven't ONLY been writing WinterMonstersWIP! I've been prepping a DnD campaign (not a session; the WHOLE campaign), dipping my toes in fun fanfiction to experiment with genre and form, and writing a lot of side projects ASIDE from those as well. So while *this* book might be sitting at 20k (maybe more today!) as of right now, I'm not worried about April's progress. In following the dopamine, I've nearly doubled last month's word count. Anyone else here thrive on multiple projects? . . . . . #amwriting #writing #writersofig #authorsofig #progressnotperfect
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I’m focusing a lot more on my nutrition & protein goals going into this summer, especially with still dropping weight postpartum. ⏳💪🏼 I’ve found that I’m definitely someone who likes to drink my calories, so I might as well use that to my advantage & drink my protein as well! 😆 I’ve said it before & I’ll say it again- the Blueberry Cheesecake protein from @bowmar_nutrition is my absolute favorite protein 🦋🤍 Also- I’ve started vlogging again! I wanted to share what I’ve been up to and what I’ve been doing on my second postpartum weight loss journey. So if that’s something you’re interested in, my videos are linked in my YouTube story highlights. Anyway- have a great day & enjoy the sunshine! ☀️ #progressnotperfect #continuingweightloss #weightlossjourney #weightlossmotivation #motivationalweightloss #gymmotivation #weightlosstakestime #plussizeweightlossmotivation #plussizeweightlossjourney #plussizeweightlossinspiration #midsizedgymgirls #spreadloveandpositivity #mentalhealthmatters #momswhoworkout #momfriend #momfriendsarethebestfriends #accountabilityforparents #momswithmuscles #postpartumfitness #postpartumjourney #postpartumweightloss #postpartumweightlossjourney #postpartumworkouts #postpartumwellness #weightlossafterbaby #weightliftingpostpartum #secondpostpartumjourney #weightlossafterpregnancy #weightlossafterbabies
Arms! This is my current heavy load arms routine. One day is heavy and 3 sets of 6-8 then another session is high-volume supersetting pump work. Have only been doing this for a couple weeks and have not done heavy loads for quite some time. Having a mix feels nice because I do like lifting heavier weights but the pump from high volume just feels so good too. Anyway, I’m sharing what I’m currently doing on my journey to get big cannons. #garagegymbodybuilding #garagegym #garagegymsetup #homegym #homegymbuddies #homegymbodybuilding #nattymuscles #arkansasbodybuilding #bodybuilding #bodybuilder #fattofit #progressnotperfection #igmuscle #natty #nattybodybuilding #fitover40 #progressnotperfection #progressnotperfect @arkansasbodybuilding #bodybuildingmotivation #naturalbodybuilding #naturalbodybuilder #naturalbodybuildingmotivation #curlscurlscurls #bicepcurls #bicepsworkout
Swipe for workout 👉🏼 My first workout that I’ve filmed at the gym, thought I’d give the swipey real time post a go as well. I will get better with the angles too 🙈😂 @kimfrench87 8 week challenge Reset & Rebuild Week 4, Conditioner Lower Body Workout @believe.bykimfrench #kimfrench #kimfrenchfitness #believebykimfrench #8weekchallenge #fitnesschallenges #resetandrebuild #conditioner #swipeworkout #gymworkoutvideos #fitnessvideos #workoutvideos #realtime #lowerbodyworkout #lowerbodystrength #legdaymotivation #strengthtrainingforwomen #musclebuildingplan #gymdays #gymgirls #fitness #fitnessmotivation #fitspo #fitmums #gymmum #stronggirlsclub #strongforsummer #strongnotskinny #fitnotthin #progressnotperfect
The best kind of people are the ones that come into your life that make you see the sun where you once saw clouds. . The people that believe in you so much, you start to believe in you too. . The people that love you for simply being you. . The once in a lifetime kind of people… and she is one of them. . Thank you for always being there for me through the good and bad. I love you best fwend. 💗👯♀️ . . #squad #bestie #goals #family #lovethisgirl #friendsforever #sheputsupwithme #lovesme #crazygirls #friendship #thankful #thankfulthursday #blessed #girlsrule #bossbabes #girlswholift #progressnotperfect #smileisthebestmakeup
Self sabotage is the silent killer of your goals. I say silent because it can be so sneaky you don’t even realize it’s happening. It’s not like you wake up one morning and say, “I’m gonna do whatever I can to F this up!” Instead, you unconsciously find ways to act that isn't in alignment with your desired outcome. And it can happen for many reasons. Your past experiences, rejections, failures, or a negative comment you received even years ago can impact the way you see yourself. The beliefs of others, like family members or caretakers, that were imprinted on you from a young age. And because your brain was like a sponge, you soaked it all up and still take it as your truth to this day. It doesn’t matter how it happened, but it does mean you’ve created a story for yourself about your potential And what's possible. And now there's a constant narrative running in your mind telling you the reasons you'll never be able to accomplish your goal. Another reason for self sabotage happens is because your brain craves certainty and familiarity. It will do whatever it can to keep you safe from failure, rejection, or even success. Because even if your current way of being is causing you pain, that feels less threatening than what's on the other side of changing. Breaking free always starts with awareness. Take some time to write down everything that comes up for you. Whose voice is still in your head? What do you need to let go of? Which stories need to be re-written? What are you continuing to do even if you know it's keeping you stuck? But be compassionate with yourself. Undoing years of conditioning isn't easy and won't happen overnight. When you catch yourself self engaging in those patterns, notice and name it. Tell yourself you're safe, and then take the next right action. The more you can keep the promises you make to yourself, no matter how small at first, the more self trust you'll build. That shows your brain you're capable of change and it will be easier to keep going and create your new identity.
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POV: you get your food at the restaurant, BEST feeling ever 🥰 🍅 🥣 + 🥗 + ☕️ 🍸
"Communication is not just talking. It's also listening and understanding." - Unknown This one is so important to remember. Just because you've told someone something, it doesn't mean you've communicated your message. #wisewordswednesday #progressnotperfect #wisewordsoftheday #dailyfocus #procrastinationtips #ProcrastinationNoMore #ProcrastinationFree #thecoachingcircle
I've been identifying as a psychologist for the past 15 years. Although I’ve “only” been licensed since 2018, in my mind I was “going to be” and “learning to be” a psychologist since I was 20. Until one day I finally was. Understandably, it’s a huge part of my identity. I often think of myself as a psychologist before I think of myself as a woman, a daughter, a wife, a friend. Because it’s who I am day in and day out. It’s what I actively practice doing most. I earned it. But what I’m starting to realize is that although it was a huge accomplishment to adopt this title (which I definitely don’t take lightly), sometimes it makes it too easy to be complacent. I’ve gotten comfortable being a psychologist. It’s familiar. It’s known. It makes me useful. And because it is so familiar, it makes it difficult for me to do things outside of being a psychologist. It’s hard for me to think of myself as anything or anyone else. “Coach” feels weird. As does “teacher,” “writer,” or “speaker.” So in this way, what I’ve considered to be my biggest asset and strength, a skill I’ve cultivated for over a decade… has actually been holding me back. Holding me back from speaking to other aspects of my identity. Holding me back from trying new things. Holding me back from being someone new. Not that I have to take on a new identity, because that would be inauthentic… But actually allowing myself to be the me that I am today rather than the me I thought I’d be 15 years ago. So I welcome a new era for myself. One where I allow myself to be, try, and figure out new ways of showing up in the world. Ways that are uncomfortable, unfamiliar, and unknown. I’m going to do things and say things that feel weird, awkward, and scary. And I’m definitely not going to be 100% skilled at it. I encourage you to do the same. Feel gratitude for your biggest strength. Feel proud of the identity you’ve cultivated. And then go do something you might be bad at. Something fun. Something brave. Something that will feel not-you until you do it enough times and you realize it’s just another part of who you are ❤️
Protoze rano dela den!✍️🎨🌼🌸🌷 #morningdrawing #draweveryday #progressnotperfect #malereckacz #folklove #floraldesign #ornaments #symetrical #folkatheart #procreatework #aprildrawing #selftaughtartist #ontheway #creativejourney
C R A Z Y 🤪🤯🤪🤯🤪🤯🤪🤯🤪🤯 JACO Has Gained 4CM Across His Chest And Arms And 6CM Across His Back… 🌚 When Jaco came to me he found himself in a very dark place. He had battled with anorexia after years of being overweight, going from one extreme to the other. There was a lot of shame around his relationship with food and his body. Fed up of comparing his body to everybody else and not feeling confident enough he reached out to me. We got to work as soon as possible - after identifying his problem areas and previous patterns we began to set out realistic expectations and gradual adjustments to his lifestyle by having very honest conversations. ⚡️ This meant - tracking his nutrition to work out where his weak spots were ⚡️ This meant - easing into a progressive program ⚡️ This meant- having a clear sense of purpose and celebrating achievements 💙 Now he is smashing it as a result of his hard work and determination. As always when I see one of my guys flourish, I am very proud ! The results are evident ! People are complimenting him everywhere he goes and his clothes are fitting more snugly 🥰 “Mentally I feel amazing, I’m happier with my friends, I sleep better, and I actually look forward to going to the gym now. I really feel like my light is shining”. “So if you’ve been thinking about reaching out to Reece then take the leap”. 💙 If you haven’t yet claimed a Summer Strategy Call with me then comment the word “SUMMER” I’ll tell you exactly what you need to do to go from where you are now, to where you want to be 💥 #clientwins #clientresults #onlinecoaches #gaycoach #12weekprogram #12weeks #progressnotperfect #bodytransformations #tuesdaytransformation #transformationtuesdays #bodyprogress #muscleupprogression #coachingworks #coachinglife #onlinecoachingfitnessplan
Monday night plant based 🌱 Dinner!
The rest of it is an illusion. What do you need to believe in yourself for today, my friend? 🔥🔥🔥 Xo, Kimberly #selfbeliefs #selfbelief #selfbeliefquotes #youareenough #progressnotperfect #yourpilatesbestie
Diet culture is lying to you 👇🏻 You don’t have to eat “perfectly” to be healthy. Your workouts don’t have to go perfectly either. You can still get fit with interrupted workouts, cut short workouts and workouts that don’t feel like you crushed it but went kinda meh like. God created health. The formula to achieve it came from Him. 💪🏻 Reflecting on His grace based character, we can know He wouldn’t allow only perfect people (no such thing) to enjoy health and fitness. Or reserve it only for those who took things to extremes and made food and fitness an idol. 👎🏻 I’m still healthy even without perfection and extremes and so are many others. May this post breath a fresh breath of air into your health journey! There is absolutely zero pressure to be perfect in order to get results and enjoy health. 🙌🏻
As London Marathon is today…thought it was apt to share for some reflection. Plus to wish those running today; good luck🙏🏻 #selfacceptance #petronellaravenshear #hbdforlife #hbdcommunity #hbdrecipeshare #selflove #thehumanbeingdiet #eatwell #wellness #onajourney #hbdgang #lovingchoices #hbd #cook #londonmarathon #londonmarathon2024 #londonmarathontraining #progress #not #progressnotperfection #progressnotperfect
To my “perfectionists” out there…get started…get messy…get going. You can spend a lot of time procrastinating or get started. It won’t be perfect. It will be something you can build on. Copyright Z|B Photography #chrysanthemum #pomflowerclusters #flowers #flowerstagram #flowerphotography #flowerpower #mum #pompomflowers #photographer #photography #photooftheday #beautiful #message #progress #progressnotperfection #progressnotperfect #progressnotperfection👌 #progressnotprefection #keepgoing #keepgoing💪 #keepsupporting #keepmoving #procrastination
The girls were allowed to choose a couple of exercises today in PBT- the Butterflies is always requested, such a good exercise to strengthen the girls backs and core, and a little turnout work too. We also did the allegro exercise where you see the girls doing inverted Demi plies before catching the ball ( their favourite part). We finished with a core exercise in a circle which makes it feel a little more fun. #pbt #pbtdance #pbtexercises #classicaltraining #classicalballet #balletexercises #progressnotperfect #progressionnotperfection #buildingstrength
Don’t confuse training with testing. Not every day is going to be a record setting PR. But everyday is an opportunity. It’s perfectly fine to work with a lighter weight when you didn’t get enough sleep or the stress of the work week is taking it’s toll on your body. Your body doesn’t know how many plates are on the bar. What hard feels like changes day to day. And HARD training is all it needs.
suns out, hydrated buns out💦😎🤭 I’ve upped my training from 3-4x a week to 6x a week and ya girl is seeing RESULTS. The countdown has begun! (Swipe right) to see the Side Profile that I’ve been working on. I’ve never really posted it before bc I was never confident about the lil pouchy pouch at my belly. But it’s finally on its way!! #ProgressNotPerfect I don’t start any workout without my trusty hydration from Liquid IV though that keeps you 3x as hydrated as regular water. @liquidiv just dropped 2 new flavors: - Grapefruit 😋 - Sugar-Free Raspberry Melon 😋 for my keto friendly/low carb folks Try today using code ‘ASAPJACLYNLIV’ for 20% off your order! #LiquidIV #stayhydrated #health
Proud of people who stay consistent, disciplined and focused on the goal. Realise I didn’t say “perfect”. People thinking weight loss is only possible once you’re perfect is the reason why no one is losing weight in the first place. It’s about understanding the fundamentals of progress and slowly but surely moving in the right direction with specific protocols regarding water intake, sleep, nutrition and of course our passion, effective training methodology. It’s possible to almost lose 10 kg while following protocols 80-90% of the time. Yes, you can still win and not feeling like you have to suffer daily. Our client in, in picture above, is a true testimonial to this fact! Investing in yourself is a life skill. Finding Experienced help when it comes to your health and body goals can be the difference between progressing and regressing. The Human Performance Centre @elitegentlemenza - - #passionforthis #healthiswealth #healthisaskillthatyoucanlearn #learnlifeskills #nutrition #waterintake #trainingeffectiveness #targetmusclereactivation #progressisprogress #progressnotperfect #dothework #discipline #dedication #grit #investinyourself
Feeling grateful for the positive impact semaglutide has had on my health journey. 🙏💪 #semaglutide #healthyliving #diabetesmanagement #weightlossjourney #grateful #healthylifestyle”weightlossjourney #weightlossmotivation #healthylifestyle #fitnessjourney #healthyeating #exercise #transformation #fitfam #bodygoals #progressnotperfect
Day 17 of the #20for20artchallengeapril2024 This is done for right now. There’s some corrections I can make if I feel like it, but I’m going to wait it out to see what I think in a few days or so. This was such a sweet memory from our past trip to Florida this year. We were able to go to the #bippityboppityboutique and get treated like a princess. My daughter clearly chose Belle as her costume - and she walked around all day with her head held high. She’s our middle child and she sometimes gets lost in the shuffle with having a toddler and also a special needs older sibling. We try and do whatever we can to have her feel special and loved, because she deserves that and more. Triumphs: I returned and perhaps completed the painting. I was able to push past barriers to keep working on it until it got to a place where I felt good about it. Considerations: Some of the perspective is off around my daughter - I also considered doing no “real” background and just encompassing her in color. I may return to that. #dailyart #dailyartchallenge #arteveryday #painteveryday #painteverything #acrylicpainting #acrylicartwork #acrylicarts #painter #resilience #justkeepgoing #growthmindset #progresspic #progressnotperfect #wip #wipwednesday #workinprogress #wipart #dailypaintworks #buffaloartist #buffalonyartist #buffalobrushstrokes #alexisbrownart #commissionsart #personalizedart #workeveryday #wednesdaywisdom #seeitthrough
“True self-confidence is “the courage to be open—to welcome change and new ideas regardless of their source.” Real self-confidence is not reflected in a title, an expensive suit, a fancy car, or a series of acquisitions. It is reflected in your mindset: your readiness to grow.” - Caroline Dweck #projectsparkle #thecoachingcircle #progressnotperfect #dailyfocus #wisewordsoftheday #wisewordswednesday #wednesdaywisdom✨
Have you ever pondered the difference between excellence and perfection? Let’s break it down. Excellence celebrates progress, growth and the pursuit of personal bests. It’s about striving for greatness while embracing the journey, imperfections and all! On the other hand, perfection sets an unattainable standard, leading to feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt. It’s a relentless pursuit of flawlessness, often at the expense of joy and fulfillment. As author Harriet Braiker once said, “Striving for excellence motivates you; striving for perfection is demoralizing.” In the quest for excellence, we focus on what we CAN control, channeling our energy into continuous improvement and learning from setbacks. We embrace our strengths AND weaknesses, recognizing that each step forward is a victory in itself! Perfection, on the other hand, breeds fear of failure and stifles creativity, leaving us trapped in a cycle of self-criticism and anxiety. So, which path will YOU choose? Aspire for excellence, celebrate your progress, and remember that true success lies not in perfection, but in the journey of growth and self-discovery. Let’s embrace excellence, one imperfect step at a time! Please share your thoughts, experiences and wisdom below. Follow @adoptingjoy_ for more tips, tools and insights. #strivingforexcellence #effortquotes #maximumeffort #productivityhacks #productivityhabits #productivitycoach #highvibetribe #motivationalspeaker🎤 #businesscoaches #bossbabequotes #businesscoachesofinstagram #bossbabesquad #confidentwoman #confidencequotes #confidencebooster #confidencecoaching #selflovequote #selflovecoach #selfconfidencequotes #progressnotperfect #progressnotperfection #perfectionism #goalsaf #goalslayer #goals😍 #ambitiouswomen #womeninleadershiproles #leadershiptips #thoughtleadership #adoptingjoy_
Little but MIGHTY! It’s an @amazon haul! Who doesn’t love them some Amazon finds, I know I sure do 🤗! I bought 2 things that are 🆕🆕 and 1 thing I just LOVE and couldn’t help to share it again! 🥰 @truvani pb 🥜 plant based protein powder @gardenoflife B12 vitamin spray 🌱 @bluediamond snickerdoodle flavored almonds All of these I have tried and can attest! Tried the protein powder in my smoothie today and it’s only 1 point on @weightwatchers for 1 scoop and 20g of protein, say what 😮 @gardenoflife B12 spray is something I didn’t know I needed with the vitamins I already take but it’s in spray form and thanks to my sorority sis and one of my fave plant based YouTubers @sweetgreensvegan I was able to go right to @amazon and snag it! 🫶🏽 Lastly, these almonds are my jam! Bought them the first time around holiday szn time and have been hooked! It’s a nice lightly sweet treat without reaching for carbs or all the things that make us binge! and That’s it for now… let me know what are some 🆕 finds you recently got whether it’s from amazon or elsewhere!!
There's no arguing with the fact that you have a lot on your plate For us recovering perfectionists, our brain’s go-to response to a massive to do list is to “try and do more faster” To cram more things into your day. Or to learn to live without sleep Hoping that next month will be less crazy But here’s the thing → it won’t be! There will always be more projects and more deadlines and more emails The solution isn’t beating yourself up trying to do more. It’s creating a system that allows you to focus your priorities and use your brain’s finite resources for the things that actually move the needle (instead of being swamped and getting nothing accomplished) #timemanagement #stressrelief #anxietyrelief #highperformancehabits #recoveringperfectionist #todolist #progressnotperfect
Recently I’ve had a lot of moments where I’ve felt like I’ve really let things slip*, been really avoidant with the things I want movement on, and felt like a failure as a result of things not going the way I planned. I’m grateful to have a practice that reminds me of right here and now. In yoga practice and in life we encounter the constant dance of impermanence. We understand change is inevitable, yet often find ourselves clinging to the illusion of total control as if we can dictate every single outcome in our favour. It’s in the human condition to want to hold onto happiness (wouldn’t that be nice?), but understanding and embracing the rise and fall of things is a more truthful angle, knowing that neither state is permanent. Don’t get me wrong I’m not saying take a path of nihilism and apathy, I am as optimistic about things as you can get, but life doesn’t always go my way (a real shame!) We can take a moment to stand back and see things as they are; there are many forces at play beyond our own control. A lot of effort can feel like it’s going nowhere — but every step in the right direction, no matter how small, is progress. And while we may not always see the immediate results of our actions, and not always in the exact way we hope, every effort counts. Focus on the things you do have control over in the moment and go from there. That’s yoga in action. Progress is rarely straightforward. In what ways do you respond to and navigate the bumps? Inspired by many conversations with friends and the yoga community 🙏🏽 *for goodness sakes, I was prioritising being on holiday 😂, yet my mind still took over . . . #impermanence #progressnotperfect #practicenotperfect #yogapracticenotyogaperfect #yogasteachings #yogawisdom #yogaphilosophy #yogateacherlondon #dontgiveuponyourself #lettinggo #yogasutras #yogamind #yogadesign #wordsofwisdomfortoday #inclusiveyoga
The key to being g successful with fat loss is being able to manage your expectations. Understand that you didn't get to this place overnight, so it will take time and require a whole lot of patience. If you want to stick with it for long enough to reach your goal, you'll have to accept there will be many ups and downs along the way. And that’s normal! Here are some of the “downs” you might experience along the way. But if you can learn to normalize, accept, and embrace these parts of your journey and ride both the highs and lows, the process will be more enjoyable and you’ll be able to to finally follow through on your commitment instead of throwing in the towel the minute it looks like it's not working. It can also be helpful to get the help of a coach for extra support and accountability. That objective perspective can collapse time. If you're interested in learning what that looks like, send me a DM and let's chat about how we can work together 🫶🏻
When you find yourself slipping back into old habits of yelling or punishing your kids for their behavior, remember it's about progress. Take a moment to pause and reset. Growth is not linear and one moment doesn't undo your progress up to that point. Keep moving forward with Love 💓 #singlemomlife #momlife #progressnotperfect
Trying to hit all the macros in 1 meal
Happy SUN ☀️ day! First weekend where it feels like dress season! 🥰 💗🍓 Photographer: @bralettesandbrunch @yulixenexai #bralletesandbrunch #weekenedvibes #spring #angel #victoriasecrets #modeling #motivation #mnphotography #mnmodel #beautiful #workinprogress #progressnotperfection #mnmodel #model #photography #elegant #makeitlookeasy #blondehair #blueeyes #beautifulday #workinprogress #progressnotperfect
New progress pic since being back on track as of down. Down 20 pounds since January 1st! 2017 to current and January 7 to current #progressnotperfection #progressisprogress #progressnotperfect #trusttheprocess #keto #ketodiet #ketoweightloss #ketoweightloss #ketolife #ketoaf #ketoadapted #ketoapproved #ketocanada #ketoontario #ketomississauga #ketotoronto
Gentle reminders 🫶 If you’re struggling to navigate the complicated health & wellness space, the dietitians & therapists at Collaborative Counseling & Nutrition are here to help. We provide 1:1 and group counseling and nutrition guidance for individuals struggling with body image concerns, disordered eating, and eating disorders. Link in bio to learn more! — #edrecoveryquotes #edrecoverywarrior #eatingdisordersupport #edtherapist #eatingdisorderdietitian #progressnotperfect #anawarrior #bingefree #relationshipwithfood #intuitiveeatingvillage
Success in training isn’t just about the big lifts. It’s about the small habits that pave the way. Embracing consistency and smart strategies ensures progress even on the toughest days. Showing up counts.
Another day; another piece of April progress. But this time, I want to talk about progress trackers and mental health. It can be so easy to become massively discouraged in this field. One bad day—even one bad writing sprint—can seemingly derail an entire month's trajectory. But if I hadn't prioritized my physical and mental health yesterday, I never would have recovered enough to write 2,000+ words and catch up today. I would have pushed harder to do less, then blamed myself for my lack of results. So if you're out there this April seeing people seemingly flying by, please remember: we all have our fallow days, weeks, months. Just showing up is a miracle unto itself. ❤️ #amwriting #writersofig #authorsofig #progressnotperfect #progresstracker #aesthetic #ａｅｓｔｈｅｔｉｃ #amwritingfantasy #amwritingromantasy
🌟 Take charge of your destiny today! Every decision shapes the path to your future self. Who do you aspire to become? 🚀 Join me on this transformative journey. With expert coaching, defining your future self is just the beginning. 💪 Let's unlock your potential together! Your future you will thank you! #FutureYou #Motivation #fitnesstraining #cscstrainer #progressnotperfect
His will….His way! … #progressnotperfect #fyp #cute #photography #travelphotography
Exactly 1 year apart... (thank you @cortney1202 for sending me the video to reflect!) Let's talk about something important: For all the amazing women out there navigating weight loss while working your ass off thinking there aren't any changes happening... THERE ARE! I understand the struggles, the moments of self-doubt, and the constant battle with your own reflection. But here's the thing: we're so much stronger than we give ourselves credit for. Each day you get a chance to show up for yourself, and proving just how resilient and courageous you are. ALSO!!! And it's taken me a long time to realize this part! Food isn't the enemy, it's your ally in this journey. Remember that it's nourishing your body and feeding the machine! So yes, it's okay to enjoy it! Remember, progress looks different for everyone. Don't compare your journey to anyone else's. Celebrate every small victory, every step forward, and every moment of self-love and your progress! So keep trusting the process, keep believing in yourself, and above all, keep loving the incredible woman you continue to be. GO BE FKN GREAT!!! ✌🏼❤️ . . . . #SelfLoveJourney #TrustYourself #EmbraceTheJourney #motivation #progressnotperfect #keepworking #transformation
Thriving Thursday!! 💪🏽
That’s pretty much a wrap on training for the Manchester Marathon! I’m feeling at the moment like I don’t have excuses for not executing my plan on Sunday - which is a great position to be in! Luckily the building blocks have gone pretty well for this race. I’ve tried to follow some simple rules: • Each week aimed for at least a long run with some marathon pace, a longer tempo session and an interval run. It’s easy to get carried away with the mileage in some plans (and that others do on social media) but everyone and their bodies are different. Knowing mine has been key to getting to the start line fit and healthy. • Been lucky to not have any significant injuries, illness or problems. When I have had niggles I’ve tried to see the bigger picture and drop sessions rather than push on through. • Prioritised sleep and recovery including regular maintenance massages with @rocksportsmassagetherapy I’ve been pretty consistent with bedtimes and averaged over 8.5 hours of sleep per night this year. • Made sure the other activities I do have complemented the running, for example no super hard bikes before key run sessions but lots of easy shakeout spins. • Only one pasty since New Year!!! Seriously though, prioritised fuelling key sessions with good food rather than minimising what I put in. I don’t often share training data as it’s only relevant to me but since we are at the end of 4 months of focus it’s a nice time to look back. Just about 500 running miles this year, an average weekly TSS of 540, 60% of my time has been spent in Zone 1 or 2. I’ve also realised that I have a sweetspot around 40 miles per week, much above that and the frequency of niggles increases!!! I’m not the fittest or fastest I’ve ever been but I’m raring to go in the weekend. All good learning 🙂 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #ukrunchat #manchestermarathon #raceday #marathon #marathontraining #run #runner #halfmarathon #instarun #runnersofinstagram #manchestermarathon2024 #runnerspace #progressnotperfect #gbagegroup #uktrichat #swimbikerun #triathlonlife #instarun #runnersofinsta #stravarun
“When you're a kid, they tell you it's all... grow up. Get a job. Get married. Get a house. Have a kid, and that's it. But the truth is, the world is so much stranger than that. It's so much darker. And so much madder. And so much better." - Elton Pope, "Love & Monsters" (S2 Ep10) Doctor Who #projectsparkle #thecoachingcircle #progressnotperfect #dailyfocus #wisewordsoftheday #wisewordswednesday #wednesdaywisdom✨
Focused on lower body last night, did some abs and glutes! Trying to mix it up with my nutrition, going to focus on getting more protein and trying to lower carbs a bit to see if that helps my progress 💓 Otherwise I’m still working on my 100 miles in April challenge, I hurt my foot last week so I’m behind on my miles, but I’m currently at 20 miles which leaves me 80 miles 🥲 But 4 miles/day is pretty do-able so I’m going to do my best! Even if I don’t hit the 100, it’s still a great way to push myself to do more 🥰 Have a great Wednesday! 🦋🤍 #progressnotperfect #continuingweightloss #weightlossjourney #weightlossmotivation #motivationalweightloss #gymmotivation #weightlosstakestime #plussizeweightlossmotivation #plussizeweightlossjourney #plussizeweightlossinspiration #midsizedgymgirls #spreadloveandpositivity #mentalhealthmatters #momswhoworkout #momfriend #momfriendsarethebestfriends #accountabilityforparents #momswithmuscles #postpartumfitness #postpartumjourney #postpartumweightloss #postpartumweightlossjourney #postpartumworkouts #postpartumwellness #weightlossafterbaby #weightliftingpostpartum #gymsharkwoman #aprilwalkingchallenge
GEORGE LOST 17.5 CM FROM HIS WAIST 💥 Hip replacement in 2020 💥 Ankle reconstruction in 2021 💥 Shoulder subacromial decompression surgery in 2022 When he came to me he was worried about training. He had his fair share of troubles- he could have used all the excuses under the sun to allow the pain of his past to stop him. But instead he came to me and decided to choose Life. George is the epitome of resilience, he’s been knocked down time and time again and always gets back up, fighting even harder. Here’s what we did - 💥 Set out a personal program that was right for him 💥 Allowed him to still indulge in the foods he enjoyed 💥 Worked within a realistic time-frame Now he is on top of the world, living life, doing the things he wants to do, seeking out new adventures whilst unlocking George 2.0. And I couldn’t be prouder of his progress. Seeing this fully realised version of George is all I could have hoped for 💙 He is still training hard and we are now working towards his next goal 💪 💙 If you haven’t yet claimed a free goal planning session with me then DM or comment “SUMMERTIME” I’ll tell you exactly what you need to do to go from where you are now, to where you want to be 💥 #12months #oneyeartransformation #transformationwednesday #onestepatatime #progressnotperfect #alwaysprogressing #keepmoving #keepgoing #trainharder #lifebegins #lifebeginsattheendofyourcomfortzone #proudtrainer #gaycoach #gaygymrat #gaytrainer #proudcoach #weightlosswednesday
John (not his real name) is a leader in his company. Thousands of employees report directly and indirectly to him. He’s kind of a big deal. But like so many leaders, he knew he could be more effective. He’d spend hours pouring over the details. He would have trouble starting and finishing his work for fear of not getting it “just right.” And he put so much pressure on himself that he wasn’t resting. His perfectionism tendencies didn’t just impact his own life, it affected his family, friends, and all of the people that worked for him, too. “I have a responsibility to give guidance and be an inspiration as a leader to my direct reports. My decisions affect almost 5,000 employees here,” he said. What started as a few sessions to execute more strategically and develop his team members also heightened awareness of how his perfectionism got in his way. First, we worked on his mindset. Changing his way of thinking had a positive impact on his whole organization. You may not be in a position to impact the daily lives of thousands like John, but I bet you impact more people than you know. Your decisions, how you show up in the world, the way you deliver feedback (to yourself and to others!) makes a difference in the lives of others. Putting perfectionism in its place has a ripple effect that will make the lives of those around you better. Who will you impact today?
Sometimes you have to make the mom pouch an ✨accessory✨ to your outfit 👏🏼 I’ve been feeling super gross towards my body the last few days, could be bc I’m bloated, could be because I haven’t been sleeping as well, or it could be because my clothes still don’t fit how I’d like them to. But that’s life sometimes. I’m still trying to make changes and get used to a routine again- especially now that I’ll be going back to work, but sometimes you just have a shitty body image day 🤷🏻♀️ Anyway, I can only keep at it and keep doing my best! 🦋🤍 #gymsharkspotted #gymsharkwomens #progressnotperfect #continuingweightloss #weightlossjourney #weightlossmotivation #motivationalweightloss #gymmotivation #weightlosstakestime #plussizeweightlossmotivation #plussizeweightlossjourney #plussizeweightlossinspiration #midsizedgymgirls #spreadloveandpositivity #mentalhealthmatters #momswhoworkout #momfriend #momfriendsarethebestfriends #accountabilityforparents #momswithmuscles #postpartumfitness #postpartumjourney #postpartumweightloss #postpartumweightlossjourney #postpartumworkouts #postpartumwellness #weightlossafterbaby #weightliftingpostpartum
We are by no means finished here but I wanted to explain how you can make some confidence boosting changes in a short space of 9 weeks. When my client came to me, she wasn’t in a great place, she had gone through a divorce 2 years prior, hitting peri-menopause and having thyroid issues. She didn’t have a fantastic relationship with food and had previously made some extreme choices (as most of us have, at some point) in regards to diet and exercise, all in the name of looking good. She was also struggling to lose weight, nothing was working anymore, she had lost sight of who she was and had hit a brick wall. She had no way out, or so she thought… In the last 9 weeks: - 4.4kg down in weight 📉 - Been consistent with her training and nutrition (NOT PERFECT) 👌🏼 - Awareness of habitual eating/drinking cycles 🔁 - Allowing herself to eat things she enjoys and not just things she knows are good for her 🍰 - Tracking all her own food, with daily protein goal 🍲 - Had nights out with the girls drinking alcohol 🍸 - A little Ibiza holiday 💃🏼 If this sounds like you, don’t accept it, you don’t have to! Know that there is a way out, it’s just different to how it was in your 20’s. It’s about sustainable eating to fuel you body so it feels safe amidst all the changes, a woman of a certain age is experiencing and when you give it what it need to function highly, it’ll give you what you want and a whole lot more. If you are struggling, drop me a DM with the word “NOW” I see you. #Transforming Together #weightlossjourney #FitFierceFemale #EmpoweredWomen #HealthyHappyLife #BodyPositiveChanges #WellnessWins #SheShrunk #MindfulEating #WomensfitnessTransformation #BodyTransformation #womensweightloss #FitLife #WomensBeforeand After #womensweightlossjourney #womenstransformation #ProgressNotPerfect #WomenInBusiness #BossBabe #WomenSupportingWomen
I haven’t shared still shots in months so this is long over due! 🔗See something you like? You can shop my home with the link in my bio. ✨And be sure to follow @ahomeforwells for more home content and inspo. home inspo | organic modern | styling | affordable finds | target sale | home sweet home #workinprogress #interiors #housetohome #ahomeforwells #organicmoderndesign #organicmoderndecor #organicmodern #progressnotperfect #cozyhome #stillshots #decor #homeaccents #accentwalls What is your content preference?
If I’m at the DOT and I want to get to the STAR, the direction I head is MUCH more important than my speed. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I can get to the CROSS more quickly, but I won’t be where I want to be! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Knowing our INTENTION (or North Star ⭐️ ) is the key. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Progress is achieved simply by taking one step at a time - in the right direction. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So simple & achievable - you can trust the process (but may need a bit of patience!) ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Re-cap: ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ➡️ slow down ➡️ be intentional ➡️ take one step ➡️ trust the process ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 👉🏼 Need help with really applying this? DM me if so & we can book a FREE discovery call 📞 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Follow me if you’re interested in exploring the Paradox of Real Change & how to ✨ Overcome Habits, Anxiety & Limiting Beliefs + Create with more Clarity & Impact✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 👋 I’m Suzie Yeulett, a Change Coach: ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ➡️ I help my clients get perspective and understanding on how the mind & life really works (from the Inside Out), which helps them to enjoy their experience of life with more ease, contentment & joy.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 👉🏼 We don’t come with a users manual, so understanding our design can be so helpful in creating real change & living life to the full - who doesn’t want that? ✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 💛 If you’d like some 1:1 support with work or life challenges or opportunities, please DM me or see my website & get in touch. Link in bio to www.sychangecoach.com 💛 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #intentions #directionoverspeed #changecoaching #intensionsetting #intentionalignment #changecoach #progressnotperfect #peaceofmind #perspectivematters #whatiscoaching #seeingfresh #insights #wisdom #smallbusinesshelp #artofcoaching #clarityofmind #letgoletgo #keepitsimple
Brunch views 🍞 🍳 🍍 🥔 🥬 🍑 . . . . . . Not sure why I put the salmon and mac n cheese on my plate because I didn’t eat it but it made for a pretty 🤩 pic!
Our 15s team Lili went 6-2 this past weekend and ended this tournament in the gold bracket match against madison where it was a three set battle! Keep working girls! Stay up and we are so proud of you! 🏐💙🏐💙🏐 #progressnotperfect
LOOOOONG Day and first meal! Weekends are for going out, takeout anything other than cooking at least tonight is 🙃 Can never go wrong with @eatfreshkitchen! 🍲
Repost @tinybuddhaofficial #onestepatatime #babysteps #progressnotperfection #progressnotperfect
I Always take my picture from a lower angle to appear more attractive.....$ #asthetic #gymgirl #girlswhitmuscle #womenfitness #proteinshake #fitnessmotivation #slim #progressnotperfect
Saturday Sesh 🏋🏽♀️💪🏼 I absolutely loved that gym session! It’s the first time I’ve set foot in a gym for YEARS!! I’ve been toying with the idea of joining a gym for a while now, I only had a free day pass and the gym itself is quite far away from me, but it’s just made me want to sign up to a gym even more. I loved using the machines and going heavier than what I’m used to, I really want to see how strong I can get now after years of HIIT. Watch this space 👀 #saturdaysessions #saturdaystrength #saturdaysweat #weekendworkout #gymworkout #gymchick #applewatchultra #boandtee #nike #strengthtrain #weighttrain #weightlift #musclebuild #leanmusclegains #trans4orm #trans4ormwigan #stronggirls #strongforsummer #strongnotskinny #fitnotthin #progressnotperfect
So many of my coaching clients struggle with feeling good about the healthy direction they’re headed in because they haven’t yet arrived at their final destination. It’s hard for them to celebrate their wins along the way because they stay so focused on the fact that they are not yet exactly where they want to be. It’s hard for them the focus on the progress they are making verses wanting everything to be just perfect right now, please and thank you. Can you relate? 🙋🏻♀️ It took them quite some time to get stuck in the rut they are in, but they instantly want to be pulled out of it.... because we all want everything instantly, right? That’s what we expect from every single thing in life... But lasting change typically isn’t instant. Sometimes the big picture is so big, we don’t know what steps to take to get us there. The goal can seem overwhelming; we may feel we don’t have the time or the resources or we don’t see what steps we can take to get ourselves there. ✨ We don’t know where to start so we make excuses. ✨ Or the goal isn’t really ours, it’s something we feel like we should do. It’s not our “why”. ✨ Or we don’t start because we think we’ll fail. Oftentimes, this is because we set unrealistic expectations and believe that if we’re not perfect in our pursuit, we’re a failure. But we’re human. We’re imperfect. It’s what makes us each unique... and AMAZING! 🥰 Perfection should never be the goal because the outcome will always be failure. In what areas are you struggling with the discipline needed to keep moving forward toward your goals? What strategies have helped you move forward? Let’s chat! ☕️😘xoxo 📸 @sarajaneherrmannphotography YourCoachMeg.com #mycolorfullife #yourcoachmeg #progressnotperfect #lifecoachforwomen #businesscoachforwomen #disciplineequalsfreedom #makeyourmove #starttodaynottomorrow #coachingforwomen #igotyou #2024goals #colorfulwardrobe
Progress = making gradual steps forward; moving ahead in a process, change, or development. Perfection = the most favorable condition or highest level. It means: without flaws or defects; faultless; complete; pure. To strive for progress, not perfection, means that you should appreciate and be proud of your work. You shouldn’t be focused on what something could or should be; instead, focus on the small steps, the positive ways to improve yourself, and moving forward. Allow room for failure, refocus and growth. Give yourself credit where credit is due. My morning musings, does it agree with you too? #progress #progressnotperfection #progressnotperfect #growthmindset #growth #growthroughwhatyougothrough #onelifeliveit #onelife #begrateful #happiness #happinessinsmallthings #smallsteps #smallstepseveryday #makeroomforfailure #failureispartofsuccess #afulfillinglife #senseofachievement #findingpeacewithin #acceptance #creditwherecreditsdue #celebratesmallwins
Just keep going 💕
Perfectionism and "All or Nothing" mentality is making your housing search more miserable than it needs to be. “$1 million can’t even get you a decent house in LA.” I’ve heard this a dozen times from HENRYs ("high earners, not rich yet") who feel stuck with expensive housing markets like Los Angeles. HENRYs fantasize about a perfect home. It gets quiet when I ask for specifics ( #moneycoach) • What areas are you looking in? • Are you okay with a starter home, and not a dream home? • How many open houses have you been to? Have you ever made an offer? • What’s your budget? Monthly cost you’d be comfortable with? “I guess I haven’t really looked...” What’s REALLY happening here? > Perfectionism + the “All or nothing” mentality is at play. Either you get the fancy house in the perfect neighborhood, or give up entirely. Let’s get real: most people’s first homes are not their dream homes. Why not consider a starter home? Or just be happy renting? The middle is what makes you miserable. Follow @moneycoachoz because I help you mind your money #progressnotperfect #realestatetips #moneymindset #financialeducation #financialwellness
Tell me about a recent win you’ve had 🥰 I’d love to celebrate with you! Here’s mine: Last January, I made some lifestyle changes. There are some days I still get discouraged or feel like I’m not making the progress I’d like to…but then I look at the pictures. The scale doesn’t always show the whole picture, but photos definitely do! Celebrating over a year of progress (not perfection) in the right direction! ♥️ **The pics on the left are from just before I started (bottom) and shortly after (top). Both pics on the right are from this past week.** #11dayjumpstart #weightlossjourney #weightloss #progressnotperfection #progresspic #progressnotperfect #celebrate #letsdothis💪 #momlife #honestmotherhood #mommynatural
Saying no is SUCH an important skill. But if you're a people pleaser (like so many of the achievement-oriented leaders I work with!) it can be difficult to remember that NO is an option. Here are a few of my favorite ways to say no nicely. The first one is to give you some time to consider if you can/should really do it (if you need to pause) and the rest are different ways to say no, when you get back to the person. What's your favorite nice way to say NO? Comment below.👇
Y’all if you are putting off journaling because you don’t have an electronic tablet or super nice notebook to journal in, you need to spend less than $3 at the dollar store to get started. This wide rule 1 subject notebook and purple Sarasa pen from @zebrapen_usa cost me $2.71 when I purchased it today. And later today I’m going to be filming a video on how you can get started in a simple notebook. Do not let perfectionism stop you from getting the crap in your brain down on paper so it’s not filling up your head. #juicyjournaling #progressnotperfection #progressnotperfect #notebook #wideline #zebra #zebrapensusa #sarasa #purple #havejournalwilltravel #havejournalwillwrite
Healthy body healthy mind 🤍🖤 #gymmotivation #gymaddict #gymlover #gymlife #gym #gympics #gymselfie #gymratsfam #gymclothes #gymgear #gymrat #gymbeast #gymmode #gymoutfit #gymstyleislifestyle #gymstyle #healthybody #healthybodyandmind #healthybodymindandsoul #mindbody #mindbodyhealing #mindbodysouljourney #gymprogress #progressnotperfection #progressnotperfect
Shame – the voice that whispers “I should’ve known better” – is a common hurdle in personal growth. But what if we replaced this self-condemning phrase with a powerful one: “Now I know better.” Shame thrives on dwelling on the past. It keeps us stuck in the cycle of “should haves,” preventing us from moving forward. But, acknowledging mistakes with a growth mindset is empowering. “Now I know better” shows we’ve learned from experience. It demonstrates self-compassion and a commitment to do better, not shame ourselves for doing things imperfectly. Instead of dwelling on “should’ve,” embrace the power of “now I know.” This simple shift reframes the past as a teacher, not a tormentor. You gained valuable experience, even if it was hard or painful. Forgive yourself. Shame is self-sabotage. Honest reflection and self-compassion are far more productive and useful. Remember, growth isn’t about perfection, it’s about progress. So, let go of the shame spiral. Choose “now I know better,” as your mantra and move towards a more authentic, resilient you. Follow 👉🏻 @cindyparkphd for more tips on emotional health and personal growth. 💯 YOU are worthy. . . . . #selfkindness #shameresilience #progressnotperfect