All it takes is a split second for your life to be irreversibly changed… After a couple of recent instances of friends having brain-related emergencies, I was reminded how this can be either a curse or a blessing, it’s all how you allow it to impact you.When I had my little emergency with a T.I.A 5 years ago, I spent at the very least the first year allowing it to impact my life in a negative way. I chose escapism, blame and self pity, as a way to cope with things, instead of realising just how fortunate I really was. I have no permanent impairment, only the little bits of trauma that still remain in the form of a couple of lesions, and the occasional fear that it may happen again. By doing everything within my power to prevent this, I have managed to rewire what was once a crippling thought process, that prompted many a roadside anxiety attack. I am so fortunate I got a new lease on life and get to go on to do amazing things.After talking to these friends about their instances, I have been reminded just how fragile and robust we are, how our brain can do amazing things, how our health is everything and how often people take it for granted.Today I consider this instance as the pivotal moment that shaped my future, one of the hardest lessons I have ever faced. It’s what prompted me to change careers, to pursue my passions, to manage my health, my stress and thoughts. It’s also been one of the greatest gifts, in that I now get to help people prevent a similar fate and lead richer lives.By having the opportunity to educate others about health, and mindset, I get to help them break those negative, vicious cycles that we are all too often drawn into, and that do us the greatest of disservices. Your health is no joke, you either respect you mind and body today, or in the best-case scenario, you face a cruel awakening ahead. You, and only you, have the power to change your outcomes.
Making Change
Be brave.Heading back into the gym this week may seem a little daunting.You may not look the same physically as you used to.You may not feel the same mentally as you used to.You may not move as well as you used to.Be humble.You may not be able to lift as much as you used to.Or push as hard. Be better.It’s better to start now while the safety measures are strict and the gyms are capped so they’re quiet. The sooner you start, the sooner you’ll reap the benefits.Have patience, leave your expectations at the door and enjoy training again in the open space with equipment you may not have used in months.Work on establishing those healthy routines and habits once more. Consistency is the key to making long term change. Above all be proud of yourself, it’s been a tough year and you are doing this for you. Don’t forget that and let your fears and anxieties stop you from working on the new improved you!#bebrave #behumble #bebetter #workout #gym #fitness #health #selfimprovement #strong #justlift #train #work #strength #selfcare #selfesteem #mentalhealth #prestonpt #southmelbournept #melbournept #wereback #strongerthanyouthink
Be brave.Heading back into the gym this week may seem a little daunting.You may not look the same physically as you used to.You may not feel the same mentally as you used to.You may not Read more…