Helen Talbott
Published: 2024-02-17
Total Pages: 0
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Setting Your Intentions: Defining Your Goals and Creating a Supportive Mindset Welcome to Day 2 of your 28-day Somatic Yoga Weight Loss Challenge! Today, we dive deep into setting your intentions, a crucial step for a successful and fulfilling journey. Defining Your Goals: Go beyond "weight loss" While shedding pounds is a common desire, explore its deeper motivations. Do you want increased energy, improved health, or more confidence? Aligning your goals with your "why" fosters long-term commitment. **Make it SMART: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Instead of "get healthier," try "complete 20 minutes of somatic yoga practice 3 times a week." Focus on progress, not perfection: Set realistic, achievable goals. Celebrate small wins and remember, setbacks are part of the process. Cultivating a Supportive Mindset: Shift the focus from deprivation to abundance: View Somatic Yoga as an enriching gift to your body and mind, not a punishment. Embrace self-compassion: Be kind to yourself, especially during challenging moments. Acknowledge your strengths and celebrate your progress. Visualize success: Imagine yourself achieving your goals and feeling the positive emotions associated with them. This empowers your journey. Find your support system: Share your goals with loved ones, join online communities, or seek professional guidance for ongoing motivation. Activities: Journaling: Write down your weight loss goals, deeper motivations, and desired health outcomes. Reflect on your current mindset and areas for improvement. Vision board: Create a visual representation of your goals, including images, affirmations, and inspiring quotes. Visualize this board daily to stay motivated. Affirmations: Repeat positive statements about yourself and your journey, like "I am worthy of health and well-being" or "I am committed to taking care of myself." Remember, setting intentions is an ongoing process. Revisit your goals and mindset regularly, adapt as needed, and most importantly, trust your journey! Let's move forward with clarity, compassion, and a supportive mindset for a transformative experience. Ready to step into your lighter, healthier self? Let's do this!