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February 2nd, 2015 I'm Not A Machine

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February 2nd, 2015 I'm Not A Machine

Today was a nice rebound from what I perceived to be a less than desirable weekend. It's all about the perception we choose to embrace, right? So, I had two rest days in a row, big deal! For me, it isn't a case of worry over the physical part of things. Seriously, two missed workout days isn't a make or break thing. It's a psychological thing. Any sign of "slippage" makes me really nervous. It's a slippery slope if I start rationalizing a decrease in commitment.

At the same time, I must recognize the difference between circumstances and deliberate/intentional slacking. The kind of mental backlash I levied upon myself over the weekend, even though the situations were largely circumstantial, was more suited for intentional slacking. I suppose there was a tiny bit of intentional slacking. I mean, let's be honest--I could have done something in my living room floor, even late. I chose not to. But so it goes. I'm not a machine, I shouldn't expect myself to operate like one. Instead of wielding backlash, I should have embraced a compassionate perspective. A compassionate perspective is a positive one without all of the negative collateral damage a self-imposed beat down creates.

Intentional slacking doesn't deserve backlash either, nor should it receive compassionate rationalizations. It simply needs an honest acknowledgement and a focus on a plan to move forward and do better. Negative breeds negative. We get what we give.

As I continue along this trek toward my healthiest weight, I'm constantly on alert, ready to defend and protect my journey. I'm aware that most of the time it's me and my choices threatening--and this is where it takes an incredible level of self-honesty. I have a list of things I do that enhance my journey and a list of things I do that make my journey difficult. These lists are not exclusively food and exercise related. My daily choices in all areas of life have potential to affect my mood and mood determines if I feel like giving a hoot.

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I really must prepare this evening's beef and veggie stir fry more often. It's one of my favorite ways to eat my vegetables.

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Thank you for reading and your continued support,
Strength,
Sean
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