31 Days to a Better Body Body: Day 1 – A Flower blooms from the roots up.
The next 31 days I’m going to share some ideas on how to get a better a body.
But there’s a catch…
I’m starting from the inside out because that is what counts.
Sure we’ll discuss food and fitness. There will be plenty of that stuff.
But…
First we must dig deep because a flower blooms from the roots up.
A better body starts with a better, improved, more loving mind“heart”set.
Today, I want us to recognize something beautiful about ourselves. No wait. One thing is too little. Find five. Find 50 beautiful things about yourself because they are there right now just. as. we. are.
Did you find them? Good.
If not you may need to sort through some baggage and throw out that old stuff. It’s heavy and the only heavy things we want around here are weights. All that other stuff? Don’t need it. There is a lot of beauty in those piles. It just may take more than 31 days to sort it out. I know, I’m still working on it.
And it’s okay.
Just incase, you’ve been where I’ve been and think you’ll be a whole new person if you just lose X amount of pounds. You won’t. I know, I’ve been there. You will be a smaller person carrying the same amount of baggage and I’m not talking saddle baggage. I think you know what I’m talking about. 
The next 31 days are not about trying to lose 10 lbs. Although, if you implement a few of the suggestions you might.
The next 31 days are about those small everyday choices that get us where we want and improve our lives from the roots up.
P.S. I’m going through a very difficult time right now and I thought doing this series would keep me busy and help me get through the month. I could also really use some prayers or happy thoughts or cyber hugs. I have no idea who the majority of you are but I want you to know every person who takes the time to read this is special to me.
Hugs and High Fives,
Jenn
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I could use this series too. I’ll follow along and keep you in prayer. I love you friend.
Thank you. Love you too!
I’ve been a follower of your blog for over a year and this is my first comment on your blogs. just wanted to let you know that your blogs and you have been a source of inspiration. you’ll be in my prayers…sending you cyber hugs. take care.
Thank you so much. Your words and prayers mean more to me than I can say!
Jenn – much love and positive thoughts coming your way..
When i need that reminder of happiness I go on a “rampage” of all the things that are good, fun, happy, positive. I feel a little silly at first but once i get going it is hard not to smile and have a blast!
Rock on – you are doing fantastic things!
Thank you for this. What a wonderful idea. I actually did it this afternoon when I was feeling down. It does help. THANK YOU!
Oh Jenn, sending you big hugs and kisses, sweetie. I hope you can find peace and that things get better soon. I’m feeling a bit weepy for you right this moment, and wish you all the best, because that’s what you deserve. Thanks for this lovely idea, I am happy to join in on the 31-day series. xoxo
Thank you Tamara. You always have a way of brightening up my day and I love hearing from you. xoxo
That means so much to me, Jenn. I’m so glad I found you out here in cyberland. 😀
This is so sweet- a nice departure from what often lines the blogosphere- I know that you were there for me during a really hard time and I’d like to offer the same back. Cyberhugs and now I’ll go email you directly to see how I can help.
Thanks again Debs and your kind words always mean so much. xoxo
I have been following your blog for a while. You inspire me a lot. thank you. i send you positive thoughts every day and here is a cyberhug from germany too.
Real heroes know how to ask for help — I think it’s great that you ask for the prayers, vibes, and hugs.
Awww…thank you friend. xoxo
Just found your blog recently and find you so inspiring (and you crack me up which is always a good thing!). Thanks! Sending you cyber hugs…
thanks for inspiring me. i don’t think ive ever actually sat down and made this list before. thank you