For those of you who are struggling to find time for yourself, I hope you will take time to read further. Kate Hudson nails it in this article…
Full article: Kate Hudson, “Pretty Happy” Well and Good
What makes her crazy...When reporters ask, “How do you stay in shape? How do you always look so healthy and happy?” Hudson says, “The truth is that nothing is as simple and carefree as the media makes it. If you want to make lifestyle changes it doesn’t happen with a Like on Instagram. It takes time and discipline.”
On our changing bodies…“Life is a verb” (by Charlotte Perkins Gilman) is a personal mantra. Hudson writes, “Life is about moving, seeing, and doing, in a way that works best for you. I didn’t just wake up one day understanding how to take care of myself. I had to learn how to do so over time, and I continue to learn—each and every day. Our bodies do not stand still for time…Any and all activity is important, but you first have to find out what you love—which will make you want to exercise. Exercise really comes down to moving in a way that makes you feel good.”
Your body is smarter than you…”At any given moment, your body is trying to tell you something—the question is, are you listening? Your drawing board is a mirror of the inside of your head, heart, and body. It’s a dynamic, ever-changing reflection of what’s going on inside of you so you are aware of all of you. So even though you love that morning yogurt-based smoothie, you may begin to realize that it’s actually affecting your digestion or energy levels more than you realized. Listening to your body may mean that you switch it up to see if that helps you feel better.”
The secret to not burning out…Embrace “selfishness” and focus on yourself. “If you don’t put your needs, your desires, and your dreams first, then you will not succeed. For many, especially us parents, this may seem totally selfish. We are programmed to put our families first—our culture tells us that we need to sacrifice in order to show love. After all, not much in an average day is a life-or-death situation; other people and their needs are going to wait until you finish your exercise or meditation. Putting others before ourselves time and time again actually puts stress on our bodies and minds, and we may become ill. And perhaps most importantly, in the long run she believes it will actually improve your relationships with others.
Shed the excuses and join us this week!
You deserve it–and so does your family.
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