It's Time to Explore, Experience, and Enjoy a New Adventure!

As each day passed by, I realized that all I was doing was going to work, coming home to prepare dinner and cleaning up around the house.  If I had any energy left, I would color and read health-related articles before bedtime.  I felt that I’ve forgotten that there was more to life than just resigning to a mundane routine.  The winter months in New England don’t always have wiggle room for enjoying the great outdoors and being physically active on the bike trails or taking a long walk as I have in the Spring, Summer, and Fall.  It was not enough to walk the corridors of my workplace during my 30-minute lunch break.  I needed more motivation and movement.  There’s a quote that states “He who hesitates is lost” it was time to get moving again in a different direction for a different adventure and experience.

Sometimes we keep thinking about what we want to do, but we never put it into action.  The last time I felt like this was when I contemplated about having weight-loss surgery.  Every morning as I ventured out to work, I was driving by the brand-new gym that had just opened.  I received a free pass to try it out from a friend of mine, but didn’t follow through. At the same time there was a Yoga program offered to me free of charge that I could attend on a weekly basis.  I thought to myself, I need to get out there and do this!  I signed up for the weekly Yoga class and also used my free three day pass to the new gym. 

I was always intrigued with Yoga and now I had the chance to add value to my life by participating in this group class.  I enjoyed the session and have attended each class ever since.  I’ve also met some very nice people as a result of taking a step forward. At the same time I joined the gym for the winter months since I don’t have to commit to a contract, and I am able to enjoy the benefits of the facility on a month to month basis.  I already utilized the racquetball courts, had a boxing session with a trainer, used all of the fitness equipment, and free weights as well.  Afterwards I reward my body with a hot steamy jacuzzi, and a hot sauna then I top it off with a cleansing shower. 

I’ve been feeling so much more relaxed and noticed my overall appearance looks much more vibrant and alive!  Some people asked me what I’m doing to look healthy and I indicated by practicing yoga, and working out every day, has helped me in many aspects of my life. I feel a good tired in the evening, and instead of worrying and feeling uptight after a long day at the office, I’m relieved and refreshed.  Yoga allows me to focus on breathing and detoxifying my body and thoughts at the same time.  It keeps me in the present instead of in the past or the future.  I’m learning to focus on the now and on the breath. 

The gym has given me the opportunity to reach out to others who are also working on their weight.  It’s a calling I’ve always wanted to do and that is to help others as I have been helped with this life long journey.  It’s only been three weeks and already I have motivated and inspired a handful of people.  Imagine how many I can reach out to in one year?  I’m glad I’ve decided to change up my routine and get out and reach out.  It’s my nature and my purpose.  I was put on this Earth to make a difference and that’s exactly what I’m going to do!  What do you want to pursue?  What have you been putting off doing that you’re ready to do?  Don’t wait too long, or you’ll miss out on all of the fun!

Linda Hegedus ©

A Piece of the Puzzle

Placing the pieces of our own puzzle can be quite an adventure.  Sometimes we place a piece that does not “ fit” into that space.  When we turn this particular piece, in many different directions, to “fit” into this allotted space,  it just doesn’t“ fit”.  We may attempt to have this piece” fit” at least several times, but it will not go into the place we want it to” fit”.  There are similarities to the shape and size we’ve chosen, but still it will not connect to the other pieces.

Life seems to unfold that way as well.  When we make a personal effort to break the barriers and fit ourselves into a place where we don’t belong, it can be a painful experience.  Hasn’t our obesity taught us that when we didn’t fit into that place, but tried to remain there even though it was not a good “fit” for us?

The health issues we’ve endured by our own hands and ways of thinking?  We were forcing ourselves to be put into a place where we never belonged.    When we found another place, a place of value, the remaining pieces began to “fit” into place, and with ease….there it was all the time, a place without self-resistance.  The transition became smooth, and it felt right within our souls to feel “fit” and at home.  An abundance of comfort came from within, and the truth emerged!

When resistance repeats itself over and over again, then it’s time to get moving and take action!  Perhaps the struggle is part of the process of self-realization.  In order to move to the place of non-resistance, there’s no forcing, but finally falling to a soft place of love, honesty, and compassion.  When there’s a sense of calm within us, the puzzle piece had found its way into the right direction from the inner-compass.  Resistance has taught us pain, doubt, and hopelessness.  When we’ve finally realized after many attempts, to placing a piece where it never belonged, we moved and had taken action to be where it will “fit” it feels right, it feels good, it feels positive.

No pain, no resistance, just joy, comfort, love, hope, trust, faith, courage, finding, resolving, discovering, becoming, growing, living, acknowledging, accepting, teaching, reaching, encouraging, enlightening, inspiring, and it’s a perfect “fit”!

Linda Hegedus, ©

What I learned on the Journey so Far

I've learned so much in such a short period of time........

   

I’ve learned to take baby steps and not to be disappointed if my progress is slow.

I’ve learned that my relationships have changed with those who are the closest to me in my life.

I’ve learned that I can accomplish goals and pursue my dreams.

I’ve learned that my life is what I make of it, and not what others think my life should be.

I’ve learned that not everyone is going to support my success, and I will have to be my own best friend.

I’ve learned that my body will let me know when I’ve had enough to eat or drink.

I’ve learned that being thin doesn’t eliminate life’s challenges I must face.

I’ve learned that comfort foods no longer serve me well, but almost destroyed my life.

I’ve learned to focus on the positive in my life and try to eliminate any negative feelings I may have inside.

I’ve learned that opportunities are plentiful with my new appearance and attitude.  Doors that were once closed have cracked opened for me.

I’ve learned to respect my body and take better care of myself.

I’ve learned that this journey is a life-long  journey.

I’ve learned to trust myself and my food choices.

I’ve learned to say no to trigger foods that others want me in indulge in.

I’ve learned that I have to be forgiving and patient with myself.

I’ve learned to be grateful for the second chance I was given to change my life.

I’ve learned that I don’t need approval from anyone but myself.

I’ve learned I can do so much more physically with the excessive amount of weight I’ve lost.

I’ve learned that life is precious.

I’ve learned to be held accountable for my decisions regarding food.

I’ve learned to be kinder to myself and not beat myself up if I make the wrong food choice that day.

I’ve learned to express my feelings openly.

I’ve learned that fear held me back, and there’s nothing to fear.

I’ve learned that meditation relaxes the mind, body, and spirit.

I’ve learned that I’m a sexual being.

I’ve learned that I made this change for a healthier and happier existence.

I’ve learned that anger weakens my body.

I’ve learned that depression is temporary.

I’ve learned that food is vital for survival, but not an all-consuming factor in my life.

I’ve learned to be tolerant of ignorant people, who don’t understand me.

I’ve learned to give more of myself to others.

I’ve learned to create healthy boundaries for myself.

I’ve learned to adapt to my new lifestyle and accept this as a life-long commitment.

I’ve learned that there’s more to life than existing, but living your life is key.

I’ve learned I’m a much more approachable person now than I was before.

I’ve learned to feel vulnerable and not fear the outcome.

I’ve learned to feel again, and not suppress my feelings.

I’ve learned to walk the walk and talk the talk.

I’ve learned to seize the day for tomorrow may never come.

I’ve learned to cherish people in my life, who’ve been loving, caring, and kind to me.

I’ve learned to be compassionate with others fighting their own personal battles.

I’ve learned that I will continue to learn something new every day as my awareness has become keen with time.

Linda Hegedus, ©

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