Wouldn’t you like to unwrap the best version of yourself this Christmas?

Would you like to step into the New Year feeling confident, empowered and ready to take on your health journey in the months to come?

Type “yes” and reply to me!

You can totally do that! The secret lies in self-investment and embracing personal growth.

Most of us know all too well what it feels like to feel bad about ourselves and our weight. We know about unhealthy food cravings, skipping the gym, and ordering that extra large portion of fries.

We also know about how negative that makes us feel afterwards. We are all familiar with that feeling of pushing away guilt, shame and insecurity, making excuses but deep down feeling disappointed in ourselves.

Ugh, all that negativity is exhausting isn’t it? Not to mention it does nothing for self-esteem or getting back on track quickly.

How about saying goodbye to all that this year?

Let’s make this the year of conscious, continuous self-improvement, on all levels - body, mind and spirit, for it is all related in the end.

Make a decision to move in the direction of self-compassion, kindness, and better choices when it comes to nutrition and exercise.

Success simply follows consistency. Everything is possible once you get yourself into the right mindset and routine.

Follow these easy, holistic practices and begin creating the new version of yourself, today:

Nurture Your Body and Mind

• Put your Health First: Exercise every day in some way whether it’s a high-impact workout, a brisk walk, or a pilates or yoga class.

• Choose Food that your Body Needs: Eat nourishing, healthy food that makes your body feel great. Make the bulk of ingredients whole, plant-based foods that replenish your cells and give you long-lasting, healthy energy.

• Prioritize Sleep: Make sure you get the right amount of quality, lasting sleep and that you wake up feeling energetic and excited for the day.

• Be a Constant Learner: Read, take new classes, understand how your body works and develop new skills that you can put to good use.

• Mindfulness Practices: Try meditation or yoga to center yourself and eliminate stress.

Embrace Growth

• Set Clear Goals: Make hort-term and long-term goals for your health that you can stick to. Make them clear and actionable and write them down so that you can constantly track your progress.

• Face your Fears: Growth often comes from stepping outside your comfort zone.Meet each challenge with self-love and the determination to overcome anything. You have so much power inside you.

• Celebrate Progress: Recognize every small win! Even the seemingly small and inconsequential. This will keep you motivated and give you that little burst of dopamine that feeds motivation.

Be Kind to Yourself

• Practice Self-Compassion: Treat yourself with the same kindness you’d give to a friend. You are a beautiful being that deserves love and care.

• Invest in Joy: Make time for hobbies and things that make you happy.

• Surround Yourself with Positivity: Choose supportive relationships and environments that support your choices and quest for a healthy life.

Take Action

• “The best version of you” is built moment by moment and adds up over time.

• Keep your mindset in check each day and take action towards your dreams.

• Any time you miss a day or lose momentum, just start again. Action will keep you moving forward, no matter what.