Make Your Minutes Count: January 2012

Sunday, January 29, 2012

Fam(ily)

January 29, 2012

This weekend I was home with my family. My dad got a car, and now I can take it to school. It is going to be so much nicer. It's amazing what family can do-I feel so much better at home! Never take your family for granted because in the end.. They're all you've got!!!

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Life ;)

I am going to start posting every few days.

Today was an ok day. I have realized that in order to get better, one must put themselves out there. Around 7 p.m. I was feeling extremely awful. Felt sick, and more importantly, like I was going to panic and die. Shortly there after, my friend Sara came into my room. After talking with her and my friend Anne, I was able to at least feel a little more stable with my mood. Friends truly can help. It is important for people to know how you are feeling, because you'll be surprised at how many people want to help.

Don't be shy, those who won't help you or judge you don't matter anyways.

Gabby Giffords

Family & friends mean everything.

The sole reason I make it through...

My mom. Look for support from your family, it is there!

Talents

Everyone has their own talents, some more unique than others :)

Share your talent with everyone you know!

Tips for losing weight!

I'm a college freshman, so let's face it... I've gained weight.

Here are some tips I am trying to put into place in my daily life. :)

Think lifestyle change, not short-term diet. Permanent weight loss is not something that a “quick-fix” diet can achieve. Instead, think about weight loss as a permanent lifestyle change—a commitment to your health for life. Various popular diets can help to jumpstart your weight loss, but permanent changes in your lifestyle and food choices are what will work in the long run.

Find a cheering section. Social support means a lot. Programs like Jenny Craig and Weight Watchers use group support to impact weight loss and lifelong healthy eating. Seek out support—whether in the form of family, friends, or a support group—so that you can get the encouragement you need.

Slow and steady wins the race. Aim to lose 1 to 2 pounds a week to ensure healthy weight loss. Losing weight too fast can take a toll on your mind and body, making you feel sluggish, drained, and sick. When you drop a lot of weight quickly, you’re actually losing mostly water and muscle, rather than fat.

Set goals to keep you motivated. Short-term goals, like wanting to fit into a bikini for the summer, usually don’t work as well as goals like wanting to feel more confident or become healthier for your children’s sakes. When frustration and temptation strike, concentrate on the many benefits you will reap from being healthier and leaner.

Use tools that help you track your progress. Keep a food journal and weigh yourself regularly, keeping track of each pound you lose and inch of your waist lost. By keeping track of your weight loss efforts, you’ll see the results in black and white, which will help you stay motivated.