Motivational sayings and/or affirmations.


"How we perceive a situation and how we react to it is the basis of our stress. If you focus on the negative in any situation, you can expect high stress levels. However, if you try and see the good in the situation, your stress levels will greatly diminish."
-Catherine Pulsifer

There are times we all feel a little stressed, but it is how you allow yourself to react which will measure your ability to overcome it. If you can find something positive to learn in any situation, you will be able to control your state of well-being.
 
"We learn by doing."

-Aristotle​

Overcome the obstacles you may face in accomplishing something you may not be 100% familiar with. The knowledge and experience needed can easily be learned, especially if you break the action down into smaller parts and then concentrate on each of them one at a time.
 
The barriers that stop you losing weight are ALWAYS outweighed by solutions to overcome them.
 
Self-acceptance

Every one of us has faults and weaknesses - this is part of being human. The key to good self-esteem is self-acceptance. This means accepting yourself as you are without condemning yourself for your perceived shortcomings.

It means not waiting until you are 'perfect' before you can accept yourself. When you practise self-acceptance you accept yourself completely, without criticising or judging yourself.
 
Your strengths & weaknesses

Having healthy self-esteem means that you are able to feel good about yourself, even though you may not be perfect. You can acknowledge your weaknesses without judging yourself. You are also aware of your strengths.

Many people are all too aware of their weaknesses but ignore their strengths and qualities. For this reason it can be helpful to spend some time thinking about all the positive qualities that you take for granted.

Take the time to write down 10 positive things about yourself (i.e. your strengths or qualities). It might be helpful to ask someone else for their suggestions to add to your list if you are unsure.

Next, write down three things that you would like to change or improve about yourself. Put a tick next to those items you can change or modify to some degree. What sort of actions could you take in order to change them?

Think about ways of concentrating on your good points & not putting so much emphasis on the things that you feel need improvement. Work toward change slowly. What sorts of things can you say to yourself or do to help you maintain healthy self-esteem even though there are still things that you would like to improve?
 
"Never bend your head.
Always hold it high.
Look the world straight in the eye."
~ Helen Keller ~​
 
Avoid comparing yourself.
Some people are in the habit of comparing themselves to others. They compare themselves on things like their looks, their bodies, their jobs, their friends, their achievements and even their personality.

There will always be people who seem to be doing better than you are, and if you compare yourself to them you end up feeling bad about yourself.

The reality is that people have different strengths and weaknesses, and focussing on particular strengths of particular people gives you a distorted picture, and unrealistic expectations of how you think you should be.

It is actually much more helpful to focus on your strengths, have realistic expectations of the things that you could change or improve, and most importantly, avoid comparing yourself to others.

 
"You can clutch the past so tightly to your chest
that it leaves your arms too full to embrace the present."
~Jan Glidewell.

Let go of the past & any limiting beliefs.
Live for now. Life is great. Your future is rosy :) xo Cate.​
 
The secret of health for both mind and body
is not to mourn for the past,
not to worry about the future,
or not to anticipate troubles,
but to live in the present moment wisely and earnestly.
~Buddha​
 
"Desire is the key to motivation, but it's determination and commitment to an unrelenting pursuit of your goal - a commitment to excellence - that will enable you to attain the success you seek."
~Mario Andretti
 
"Put yourself in a state of mind where you say to yourself, 'Here is an opportunity for me to celebrate like never before, my own power, my own ability to get myself to do whatever is necessary'."
~Martin Luther King

Your greatest capabilities lie within your own positive mindset. Remember, you are in complete control over your own emotions. Maintain an awareness to recognise opportunities and take immediate action so you can capitalise on them.

 

"Most of us serve our ideals by fits and starts. The person who makes a success of living is one who sees his goal steadily and aims for it unswervingly. That's dedication."
~Cecil B. DeMille.

 
Some strategies for Managing Job Stress-
While many of the methods of preventing job stress need to be developed and supported by the organisation, there are things that workers can do to try to minimise or cope with job stress.

Here are 10 tips for trying to deal with the stress from your job:

1. Put it in perspective. Jobs are disposable. Your friends, families, and health are not. If your employer expects too much of you, and it's starting to take its toll on you, start looking for a new job/new employer.
2. Modify your job situation. If you really like your employer, but the job has become too stressful (or too boring), ask about tailoring your job to your skills. And if you got promoted into a more stressful position that you just are not able to handle, ask about a lateral transfer -- or even a transfer back to your old job (if that's what you want).
3. Get time away. If you feel the stress building, take a break. Walk away from the situation, perhaps walking around the block, sitting on a park bench, taking in a little meditative time. Exercise does wonders for the psyche. But even just finding a quiet place and listening to your iPod can reduce stress.
4. Fight through the clutter. Taking the time to organise your desk or workspace can help ease the sense of losing control that comes from too much clutter. Keeping a to-do list -- and then crossing things off it -- also helps.
5. Talk it out. Sometimes the best stress-reducer is simply sharing your stress with someone close to you. The act of talking it out -– and getting support and empathy from someone else -- is often an excellent way of blowing of steam and reducing stress. Have a support system of trusted people.
6. Cultivate allies at work. Just knowing you have one or more co-workers who are willing to assist you in times of stress will reduce your stress level. Just remember to reciprocate and help them when they are in need.
7. Find humour in the situation. When you –- or the people around you -- start taking things too seriously, find a way to break through with laughter. Share a joke or funny story(not at anyone else's expense).
8. Have realistic expectations. While people are working longer hours, we can still only fit so much work into one day. Having unrealistic expectations for what you can accomplish sets you up for failure -- and increased stress.
9. Nobody is perfect. If you are one of those types that obsess over every detail and micromanage to make sure "everything is perfect," you need to stop. Change your motto to performing your best, and leave perfection to the gods.
10. Maintain a positive attitude (and avoid those without one). Negativity sucks the energy and motivation out of any situation, so avoid it whenever possible. Instead, develop a positive attitude -- and learn to reward yourself for little accomplishments (even if no one else does).

You have decided to take control of your health by doing Cohen's & losing weight. Your health is everything. You need to take care of yourself, and no job, customer, or boss is worth putting yourself at risk. Find a way out or through it. Take control of your situation -- and fix it -- and you will have better mental and physical health, as well as better relationships with the people around you.



 
That's good Georgina, because it was just for you. :)

 Now sometimes I find stuff that is not quite weight-loss motivational, but nonetheless, I think is interesting & useful so I will share some of it.
Taking control of your life-
Taking control of your life is getting in touch with your values, setting meaningful goals and identifying your vision. To be in control of where life is taking you means being more productive, dealing more effectively with stress, having the ability to solve problems, handing change and developing healthy optimism. Start with these 7 steps and you are on your way.

1. Get in touch with your values:

When we feel like we are working hard but not getting anywhere it is probably because our priorities are not aligned with our values. To begin identifying your values ask yourself these questions:

- What is important to me? Wisdom, freedom, happiness, equality, security, self-respect, romantic love, money, power, comfortable living, fresh air, beauty, controlling others, etc. Rate these values.
- Who is important to me?
- What or who is most important? Be honest with yourself.
- What do I need to do to feel good about myself?
- How would you feel if someone you respect knew this was one of your values?
- Would you stick by this value?
- Is it who you are?
- How is this value affecting your life?

Make a list of your 10 top values. Of that 10 choose 4 and of the 4 choose your top two. From this exercise you will see where you need to focus your time and effort.

2. Decide what motivates you:

If tomorrow you knew you could do anything and not fail what would you do? Is there something you are passionate about but are afraid of trying? If you have no idea what your passion is spend some time reflecting on it. To start, write down the types of activities you like to do and the types of activities (hobbies) that make you feel good when you do them. What are your special skills and talents - don't be shy - usually if it's something we like to do we are probably good at it. What inspires you?

3. Set Goals:

In order to get what you really want you must start by setting goals. Goals fuel your intent and make your desires concrete. Start by writing the goals for this year in area of personal relationships, work, health, finances and spirituality. List five goals in each category (add more categories if you like). Then break them down into monthly and then weekly goals. Focusing on what you intend in your life will bring it to reality. You create your life - so start now by setting your goals.

4. Take Action:

Goals are worthless without action. If you have written long-term and short-term goals and prioritized them, you have a plan of action. Just take it one step at a time and do something everyday that takes you closer to where you want to be. Remember however, to live in the present and be thankful for what you have now, enjoying the journey toward your goals.

5. Manage Your Time:

We all have the same amount of time to use in a day. Why do some people a lot done while others do very little? You have complete control of how much time you spend productively and how much you waste. Plan your days and prioritize your time to get the most out of the time you have. Use time-wasters like standing in line or waiting in a doctor's office to catch up on reading or something else that is important to you.

6. Do What Needs to be Done:

Do what has to be done to get to where you want to go. Whether it is a mundane task or internal work, putting it off gets us nowhere. You are either going forward or falling behind; there is no such thing as standing still. Sometimes when we work on ourselves we stop when we get to a place that we need to change. Change can be difficult when we have to step out of our comfort zone. The more change is needed the more difficult it is.

7. Self-discipline:

Self-discipline is the final step that takes all that we have learned and puts it into action. This is a trait that for most of us has to be developed. To reach our goals we must visualize them as already being accomplished and have faith that we can reach them. When you believe in and trust yourself and have enough desire, self-discipline comes easily.
 
To the question of your life you are the answer, and to the problems of your life you are the solution.

~Joe Cordare
 
A lot of this has been covered & some may seem irrelevant but I thought it was worth re-visiting.
Some Tips To Take The Plunge Towards Healthy Habits.

1. Grieve The Loss Of Your Old Self

Once you have begun to transform your old bad habits into good ones, it is time to bid farewell to the old you. Remember leaving home? You felt excited, but you knew you miss your family and friends. Losing weight or making other life changes has the same bitter-sweet quality. Give yourself a chance to grieve over the loss of your old lifestyle – even though you know it was bad for you. It is easier to open a new chapter in life when the previous one is really closed.

2. Reward Yourself At Every Step

Part of cheering your own progress involves rewarding yourself, not with fattening foods obviously but with little treats that reinforce your change efforts: a new pair of walking shoes or a phone call to tell an old friend about your progress. Pace your rewards so that you earn at least one a week. Do not fall into the trap of saying, “I will do this or that after I have lost 10kg". Buy some new clothes now. See the symphony next week. Take a holiday soon. You deserve it.

3. Don’t Compare Yourself To Others

No matter how much weight you lose, there will always be people who you think look better than you do. It does not matter. To jettison bad habits and establish good ones, you do not have to be the best person in the world or even the best person on your block. You just have to change the person you are in the direction you want to go.

4. Be Patient

Newspaper headlines like ‘Lose 10 kilos in a Week’ train people to be terribly impatient about weight loss. Quick fixes never work. Weight does not come off quickly. If you are not ready to give it time, you are not ready to lose. For those who want to become regular exercisers, here is a good rule of thumb: Calculate the number of years you have been out of shape. For every year, allow one to two months to get back into shape.

5. Focus On Benefits

Diets are by definition temporary. People never say,” I am going on this diet for the rest of my life. They say, I will try it for a while. When they stop, they regain the weight.” Instead of dwelling on how much you are depriving yourself, remember why you are fed up with being heavy. Mental preparation for weight loss involves refocusing your self-talk from ‘I can’t have this or that’ to ‘I am going to look better, feel better, have more energy and wear the clothes I love.” After a few months of avoiding alcohol and taking your nightly walks, you will be delighted to discover benefits that you would not even imagined.

6. Consider Getting Help

If you follow these suggestions and tips and still feel at the mercy of your bad habits, ask your family doctor for a referral to a therapist who specialises in your problem or to a social worker who can put you in touch with a support group. It's nothing to be ashamed of.
 
Promise Yourself
(The Optimist Creed)

Promise yourself to be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.
To talk health, happiness, and prosperity to every person you meet.
To make all your friends feel like there is something in them.
To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true.
To think only of the best, to work only for the best, and expect only the best.
To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own.
To forget the mistakes of the past and press on the greater achievements of the future.
To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give every living person you meet a smile.
To give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticise others.
To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, and too strong for fear, and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.

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Overcoming Failure
"Forget past mistakes. Forget failures.
Forget about everything except what you're going to do now - and do it."
~William Durant, founder of General Motors.

Failure doesn't mean that you're a failure...
it just means that you haven't succeeded yet.
There is no failure if you learn by it :beating: xo Cate​
 
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