I've discovered that ending strong, completing a tough task, or accomplishing something "over time," requires short-term focus!
Because it is so easy to fatigue or get discouraged when we set out to accomplish a big goal...
(1) we MUST divide the BIG goal into LITTLE goals that can be achieved hourly or daily or weekly,
(2) we have to set our heart and mind on the task with our words--in front of others. To tell others "I WILL..." or "I WON'T" allows you to have dozens of accountability partners who are (and I'm being honest) either hoping you will fail or succeed. And it doesn't matter how they are rooting--accountability keeps us honest!
Be encouraged to make little changes in your life, every day, in order to see the big results you desire: a fit and healthy body, an organized and well-managed home and calendar, and a Spirit-filled life.
Amen?
Be encouraged!
To review all levels of coaching or to sign up for the Quarter 3's Healthy American Woman Series (3 Statements: I WILL, I WON'T, I MUST), click here.
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Week Twelve: Our Final Assignment...a look forward!
At the beginning of the year, I determined to name my online coaching series, "Becoming a Healthy American Woman." Why? Because after years of traveling and speaking, I rarely saw such a woman! Instead, the women who came up to me after events, admittedly, called themselves "unhealthy or unholy or unhappy."
The goal of my 52 week course (or 4 quarters), consisting of weekly blogs and calls, has been specifically designed to meet a powerful conclusion--FOR EACH WOMAN TO LEAVE A LEGACY FOR THE NEXT GENERATION as LEADERS, LOVERS, AND HEALERS. (No more wishing and hoping--but acting on our desire to become healthy in every area of our lives.)
As our second quarter comes to a close, I am reminded that we are half-way through the year of becoming a woman who has...
(1) developed 3 non-negotiable traits of perseverance (beginning with the same intensity as we plan to end), self-control (being able to say 'no' to ourselves in order to say 'yes' to God,) and love (rather than a clanging symbol, we understand how to listen and to give).
(2) mastered 3 daily actions: managing our bodies, our time, and spirits through DAILY routines of fitness, organization, and inspiration.
As I look back, I see my own plodding and pressing has indeed caused me to incrementally (slowly but surely) become more like the woman I want to be...a leader (who communicates effectively to the masses), a lover (especially toward those closest to me, so there will be no disparity in my testimony), and a healer (one who brings the power of heaven to earth in prayer).
I challenge you to step into the call upon your life. Take it to the next level in this coming quarter. Become a leader through the 3 statements we will embrace: I will, I must, I won't. (If you would like to sign up for Q3 or add personal coaching for the last half of the year, click here.)
Be encouraged to press on!
Becky
The goal of my 52 week course (or 4 quarters), consisting of weekly blogs and calls, has been specifically designed to meet a powerful conclusion--FOR EACH WOMAN TO LEAVE A LEGACY FOR THE NEXT GENERATION as LEADERS, LOVERS, AND HEALERS. (No more wishing and hoping--but acting on our desire to become healthy in every area of our lives.)
As our second quarter comes to a close, I am reminded that we are half-way through the year of becoming a woman who has...
(1) developed 3 non-negotiable traits of perseverance (beginning with the same intensity as we plan to end), self-control (being able to say 'no' to ourselves in order to say 'yes' to God,) and love (rather than a clanging symbol, we understand how to listen and to give).
(2) mastered 3 daily actions: managing our bodies, our time, and spirits through DAILY routines of fitness, organization, and inspiration.
As I look back, I see my own plodding and pressing has indeed caused me to incrementally (slowly but surely) become more like the woman I want to be...a leader (who communicates effectively to the masses), a lover (especially toward those closest to me, so there will be no disparity in my testimony), and a healer (one who brings the power of heaven to earth in prayer).
I challenge you to step into the call upon your life. Take it to the next level in this coming quarter. Become a leader through the 3 statements we will embrace: I will, I must, I won't. (If you would like to sign up for Q3 or add personal coaching for the last half of the year, click here.)
Be encouraged to press on!
Becky
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Week Eleven: Your Turn!
It's YOUR Turn!
Get Fit Tip: Give us your best/greatest/easiest workout tip. What has been working for you? Have you stayed, lost or grown? How do YOU overcome your laziness or procrastination? Who is your accountability partner? How much weight do you have to lose to be HEALTHY? Please post your answers to help yourself and others. (Me? Walk with my husband, daughter-in-law, and best buddy--3 to 4 times per week. Not too much more--plus I still follow the Flat Belly Diet which includes a MOFU at every meal.)
Get Organized Tip: What calendar system have you found that works for you? How has it made a difference in your daily routine? What is a trick you use to be on time or add "margin" into your calendar. (My favorites--that keep me consistent, timely, and tenacious toward reaching my goals--include MIN, DIA, and WAG...plus setting ringers for tasks, not just meetings.)
Get Inspired Tip: What is your memory verse for the year or summer? Why? How is God using you to inspire others? What is God speaking to you at this season of your life? (Me? God has been, especially through the book of Acts, reminding me that He is a healer and that I must boldly ask Him for the healing of others; I am not to be shy or fearful, but bold and faithful!)
Quarter THREE begins on July 1st, 2011. THREE Statements of a Healthy American Woman: I Will, I Won't, I Must! To join for the 3rd quarter, click here. To upgrade to various levels of personal coaching for the last half of the year, a 60 Day Series, or 1/2 day of local coaching, click here.
Be encouraged,
Becky
Get Fit Tip: Give us your best/greatest/easiest workout tip. What has been working for you? Have you stayed, lost or grown? How do YOU overcome your laziness or procrastination? Who is your accountability partner? How much weight do you have to lose to be HEALTHY? Please post your answers to help yourself and others. (Me? Walk with my husband, daughter-in-law, and best buddy--3 to 4 times per week. Not too much more--plus I still follow the Flat Belly Diet which includes a MOFU at every meal.)
Get Organized Tip: What calendar system have you found that works for you? How has it made a difference in your daily routine? What is a trick you use to be on time or add "margin" into your calendar. (My favorites--that keep me consistent, timely, and tenacious toward reaching my goals--include MIN, DIA, and WAG...plus setting ringers for tasks, not just meetings.)
Get Inspired Tip: What is your memory verse for the year or summer? Why? How is God using you to inspire others? What is God speaking to you at this season of your life? (Me? God has been, especially through the book of Acts, reminding me that He is a healer and that I must boldly ask Him for the healing of others; I am not to be shy or fearful, but bold and faithful!)
Quarter THREE begins on July 1st, 2011. THREE Statements of a Healthy American Woman: I Will, I Won't, I Must! To join for the 3rd quarter, click here. To upgrade to various levels of personal coaching for the last half of the year, a 60 Day Series, or 1/2 day of local coaching, click here.
Be encouraged,
Becky
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Week Ten: Your Progress, Your Patterns
This is the time to evaluate, not only your progress but your patterns in fitness, organization and inspiration. For example, it's June. Is this a time of year when you slow down or amp up? Are you at risk to lose ground or set up to gain ground? When you observe your past patterns, you can respond better when you reach those same "seasons" the following year.
June Get Fit Tip: Walk whenever you can. Be active, inside or outside, gardening or cleaning. Invite family or friends to MEET YOU at a park or a scenic corner to join you in your exercise. Take a "community" class--dancing, stretching, walking--the city classes are usually inexpensive (no membership required) and short term (4-6 weeks). You are less likely to quit early, more likely to enjoy; call your Chamber of Commerce for summer class listings.
June Get Organized Tip: Clean out your freezer of old meats, frozen goods, and 1/2 used ice cream cartons. Gather gently worn shoes, sweatshirts, sweaters, books, and linens and take to GoodWill. Make a habit of cleaning out junk drawers and closets whenever you are watching a TV show that doesn't require your full attention. Even "commercial" cleaning can lead to pitching trash and finding lost items.
June Get Inspired Tip: I'm so burdened by the way our culture is changing. This is not "their" problem, but "our" problem. I challenge EACH of us to mentor a younger person. Wherever we have made progress, this should be our inspiration to help another! For example, why not volunteer FOR JUST ONE WEEK at VBS, or mentor a junior high student for 30 minutes a week (that's why I've been doing since January), or tutor a struggling student. Remember, "Faith without works is..." (please fill in the blank)!
Be encouraged,
Becky
June Get Fit Tip: Walk whenever you can. Be active, inside or outside, gardening or cleaning. Invite family or friends to MEET YOU at a park or a scenic corner to join you in your exercise. Take a "community" class--dancing, stretching, walking--the city classes are usually inexpensive (no membership required) and short term (4-6 weeks). You are less likely to quit early, more likely to enjoy; call your Chamber of Commerce for summer class listings.
June Get Organized Tip: Clean out your freezer of old meats, frozen goods, and 1/2 used ice cream cartons. Gather gently worn shoes, sweatshirts, sweaters, books, and linens and take to GoodWill. Make a habit of cleaning out junk drawers and closets whenever you are watching a TV show that doesn't require your full attention. Even "commercial" cleaning can lead to pitching trash and finding lost items.
June Get Inspired Tip: I'm so burdened by the way our culture is changing. This is not "their" problem, but "our" problem. I challenge EACH of us to mentor a younger person. Wherever we have made progress, this should be our inspiration to help another! For example, why not volunteer FOR JUST ONE WEEK at VBS, or mentor a junior high student for 30 minutes a week (that's why I've been doing since January), or tutor a struggling student. Remember, "Faith without works is..." (please fill in the blank)!
Be encouraged,
Becky
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Week Nine: Turning The Corner
This is the final 1/3 of this quarter's race. The place in which we look back to see how far (or how little) we've come. If this was a race track, we'd have to sustain or pick up the pace to reach our goal. The greatest benefit of having a group with whom to run your race is the accountability that comes with camaraderie. The sounds of cheers (that great group of witnesses) and the hopes of family and friends increase our resolve to succeed.
No matter where you are in developing and "owning" your 3 Daily Actions--"Get Fit, Get Organized, and Get Inspired," there is time to improve. Is that not our deepest desire in this group--to change our lives for the better so that our lives might be ready and able to mentor the next generation (leaving a legacy)?
Get Fit: Be committed to "Weigh-In" each Wednesday. Why? It will inspire you to make progress toward your fitness goals: strengthening your muscles and bones, burning (if necessary) fat and calories, reducing your stress levels, and increasing your stability.
Get Organized: Your calendar MATTERS. Have you mastered planning, taking into account differing seasons and schedules? Be committed to "ordering your day aright so that you might gain a heart of wisdom."
Get Inspired: Summer Reading--remember those days? Have a reading schedule for the summer. Finish unfinished books, open your Bible daily, and stay abreast of current affairs. Learn about something new. Increase your understanding and passion for something you love--missions, a country, an issue.
Be encouraged,
Becky
No matter where you are in developing and "owning" your 3 Daily Actions--"Get Fit, Get Organized, and Get Inspired," there is time to improve. Is that not our deepest desire in this group--to change our lives for the better so that our lives might be ready and able to mentor the next generation (leaving a legacy)?
Get Fit: Be committed to "Weigh-In" each Wednesday. Why? It will inspire you to make progress toward your fitness goals: strengthening your muscles and bones, burning (if necessary) fat and calories, reducing your stress levels, and increasing your stability.
Get Organized: Your calendar MATTERS. Have you mastered planning, taking into account differing seasons and schedules? Be committed to "ordering your day aright so that you might gain a heart of wisdom."
Get Inspired: Summer Reading--remember those days? Have a reading schedule for the summer. Finish unfinished books, open your Bible daily, and stay abreast of current affairs. Learn about something new. Increase your understanding and passion for something you love--missions, a country, an issue.
Be encouraged,
Becky
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Week Eight: Your Routine
Get Fit: Take it "on the road" -- Be sure to have light weight fitness apparel and shoes you can pack in a backpack or suitcase for those unexpected opportunities to briskly walk or swim or workout with family or on business. The summer is full of outdoor activities that you can capitalize upon IF you have the right apparel!
Get Organized: Continue to press toward a calendar (cheap and sweet) that works, routinely examining your schedule WAG (because every week is different), eliminating and concentrating your closet/garage/desk for things to pitch or put away, and DON'T HESITATE to put together an EMERGENCY KIT for your car(s) and front door this weekend. You never know when you or a loved ones will need them.
Get Inspired: Though the "end of times" news was BIG (and brief) this weekend, it reminded me that we should always live as if today is the last day of our lives--full of passion for God and others, making every day and conversation count, and considering our future as all we've got (rather than our past is what we can rest on)! Yes, and amen?
Be encouraged,
Becky
Get Organized: Continue to press toward a calendar (cheap and sweet) that works, routinely examining your schedule WAG (because every week is different), eliminating and concentrating your closet/garage/desk for things to pitch or put away, and DON'T HESITATE to put together an EMERGENCY KIT for your car(s) and front door this weekend. You never know when you or a loved ones will need them.
Get Inspired: Though the "end of times" news was BIG (and brief) this weekend, it reminded me that we should always live as if today is the last day of our lives--full of passion for God and others, making every day and conversation count, and considering our future as all we've got (rather than our past is what we can rest on)! Yes, and amen?
Be encouraged,
Becky
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Week Seven: Do JOT to Get Fit, Get Organized, Get Inspired
This week, I'm instigating a "new" tag line--JOT--for us to officially use during this quarter in each area of focus:
Get Fit: JOT (Just One Thing) when it comes to down to exercise is making room for the activity on your calendar. Not only do you need to determine when and where you will B, B, B, S, and L...but more importantly WHAT and WITH WHOM you are going to exercise. Yes, walking the dog (or husband) counts. Meeting a friend for coffee AFTER a brisk walk counts. Dancing to a home video counts. [Anybody remember the 5 components of a great workout?--feel free to post for all to review and for a gold star (kidding)!] But until the activity goes on your calendar, it can remain just a good intention.
Get Organized: Spring turns into Summer very quickly. What is Just One Thing you need to do THIS WEEK for the home/closet, home or business office, family vacation or celebration to get ahead of the crush? Ex: check on flights, hotel reservations, family schedules, school meetings, bills due while you're out of town, or getting the carpet cleaned? JOT!
Get Inspired: I'm going to stretch you here. What is JOT that you can do this week that will leave this next generation a legacy? Put a photo album together for a family reunion? Write a letter to your toddlers that they will read when they are teens? Take food to a family member or friend who is sick so their kids get a picture of God's provision for them? Post your "Get Inspired" JOT for all to read--inspiring us all:)!
Be encouraged,
Becky
Get Fit: JOT (Just One Thing) when it comes to down to exercise is making room for the activity on your calendar. Not only do you need to determine when and where you will B, B, B, S, and L...but more importantly WHAT and WITH WHOM you are going to exercise. Yes, walking the dog (or husband) counts. Meeting a friend for coffee AFTER a brisk walk counts. Dancing to a home video counts. [Anybody remember the 5 components of a great workout?--feel free to post for all to review and for a gold star (kidding)!] But until the activity goes on your calendar, it can remain just a good intention.
Get Organized: Spring turns into Summer very quickly. What is Just One Thing you need to do THIS WEEK for the home/closet, home or business office, family vacation or celebration to get ahead of the crush? Ex: check on flights, hotel reservations, family schedules, school meetings, bills due while you're out of town, or getting the carpet cleaned? JOT!
Get Inspired: I'm going to stretch you here. What is JOT that you can do this week that will leave this next generation a legacy? Put a photo album together for a family reunion? Write a letter to your toddlers that they will read when they are teens? Take food to a family member or friend who is sick so their kids get a picture of God's provision for them? Post your "Get Inspired" JOT for all to read--inspiring us all:)!
Be encouraged,
Becky
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