Health Heroes: Unveiling the Power of Backup Plans for Your Wellness Journey
In the pursuit of health and wellness, it's always good to have a plan. However, as we all know, life is unpredictable, and obstacles or challenges are inevitable. That's why it's essential to have contingency plans in place. Having a Plan B, and maybe even a Plan C, can make all the difference when striving to achieve your health goals.
Here are some ideas to help make that happen:
Apply Flexibility in Goal Setting: We usually set health goals with a specific plan in mind. Yet whether it's weight loss, fitness milestones, or dietary changes, having a rigid approach can lead to frustration when unexpected challenges arise. Including a Plan B in your planning from the outset allows for adaptability and modification, without abandoning the overall objective.
Mindset Reframe: Instead of an 'all or nothing' approach, embrace the idea that all progress can and should be celebrated.
Build Resilience in the Face of Setbacks: Setbacks are a natural part of any health journey. Whether it's an injury, a busy schedule, or unforeseen circumstances, having a backup plan provides a safety net. This resilience is crucial for maintaining motivation and preventing the derailment of progress.
Mindset Reframe: Normalize changes in plans- accept that this is the real world, and expect them to happen. Our plans will change, we just don't yet know exactly how or when.
Diversify Your Strategies: A well-thought-out Plan B involves diversifying strategies to achieve the same or similar goals. For instance, if an individual's primary exercise routine is disrupted due to weather or injury, having alternative workouts or activities ensures that progress continues despite the deviation from the original plan.
Mindset Reframe: Embrace your real 'Why': Rather than focusing on the activity as your end goal (e.g. 'I want to run a 5K'), think about your true motivations. (e.g. 'I want to challenge myself,' or 'I want to get stronger.') Chances are, when you embrace the 'Why' behind the 'What,' you'll find several pathways for achieving the same end result.
Embrace Learning and Growth: Embracing alternative plans fosters a mindset of continuous learning and growth. Each deviation from the original plan presents an opportunity to assess, learn, and refine strategies for future success. It's a journey of self-discovery and understanding what works best for individual circumstances.
Mindset Reframe: When you are forced to change plans, or you do not achieve a specific goal, embrace it as an opportunity to learn, instead of viewing it as a failure. Instead of a 'forget it' mentality, take time to reflect, identify your learnings, and then apply those lessons as you move on.
What would you like help with?
Weight Loss and Weight Maintenance
Blood Glucose Management, Diabetes, Insulin Resistance, Hypertension, High Cholesterol, Thyroid Disease, Hormonal Health
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), Perimenopause/Menopause
