While these eight weeks of the assigned project have gone by VERY fast, I feel that my work here is far from over. I don't say this just for my own benefit but for those out there who are, have, and will go through the struggle of choosing a healthy lifestyle like I did three years ago.
In looking at this topic/idea/question deeper, I came to find that there were many layers to the mental aspect of healthy living. The two main points being emotional and empowering/positive thoughts. There have been studies on this for a while now but it's still somewhat new to the healthy living field and not quite as discussed when it comes to what's "required" to achieve a healthy lifestyle.
I've jokingly said that I wish I were one of those women that sheds weight when I stress out or get depressed but I'm quite the opposite--I pack them on and much faster than they come off! Truth be told, I probably wouldn't be as aware of the connection if my body did respond like that. Packing on the lbs is more 'in my face' so I'm much more aware when it happens and more proactive about doing something to combat it!
To piggy back on that....I've always come to learn how powerful and influential my mind can be on myself. I've always said (once I was old enough to realize it) that I am my own worst critic/enemy. I'd be the first to critize myself if I did something wrong or not to my best ability. So I know that when I'm not giving my best effort to being a healthy version of myself I will be more harsh then anyone else will be--dietician, personal trainer, etc. I need to watch out for me, not anyone else! LOL! That's part of the reason my studio looks a lot like it did when I was younger/growing up! I have pictures, quotes, visioin boards, etc plastered all over the place. There's very little white/negative (as we say in the art world) space in my place. If there's a spot that I can post something that will motivate or inspire me, I will--even in my bathroom there's some things! My kitchen wall in covered in pictures of Italy, Italian people and food b/c remembering all the wonderful memories I have from there make me happy! In addition to they motivate me to work harder so I can go back sooner and more often!
I adjusted the 'title' of this blog b/c I decided I want to continue this inquiry beyond my course. So I hope this grows into a bigger discussion and we find more ideas and answers to what we are looking at.
Thanks for the time and input of those who contributed to the project--much appreciated!!!
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