Find Your Smile: INVEST IN YOURSELF

#SoManyReasonsToSmile2020

"Never underestimate the investment you make in yourself."

For several years now, I’ve intentionally been working towards

creating a better version of myself.

One particular action that’s successfully pushed me to improve myself is that of setting goals; e.g. attending Zumba/PTS/FIS/CrossFit Level 1 courses, completing additional qualifications courses for teaching, running marathons, competing in fitness competitions,

travelling to the 7 Wonders of the World…

Setting goals, working towards them and reaching them

has kept me motivated, has given me a sense of fulfillment, has led me to new opportunities

and overall has enriched my life, in more ways than one.

Sadly, with so many challenges over the last year or so,

some of the goals I had in mind coming into 2020 have not been attainable.

That being said, I have shifted my energy towards new intentions

and I have found other ways to profitably invest in myself.

Principally, I have chosen to focus on enhancing my health and well-being;

mainly through my “relationship” with rest, food, exercise, stress

and above all my “relationship” with myself.

My social life has temporarily diminished unfortunately

(I’ve really had to get over feeling guilty as well as that fear that I’ll be missing out.),

however I have enjoyed more sleep and tranquility, increased energy and strength, a new found love and appreciation for movement, an uncommon interest in solitude, all in addition to some good progress in terms of understanding and respecting myself and my needs.

Morning and evening strolls listening to podcasts or music

I have realized that investing in yourself is most definitely important,

but it doesn’t have to be costly

and it doesn’t always need to involve setting “huge” goals.

It can simply be about taking regular conscious steps towards self-growth,

through commitment, patience and flexibility.

Relaxing at the beach or at the pool

“Be patient with yourself.

Self-growth is tender; it’s holy ground.

There’s no greater investment.”

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