Embrace the power of your pleasurable physical activity experiences now

Have you noticed the change this week?

The shift in the weather.

The shift in our daily routines.

The shift in our priorities.

September often feels like a fresh start, almost like a new year in January!

One of the perks of living in a city with all four seasons is that change is always in the air.

And with change comes the opportunity for a new perspective.

This got me thinking about you and how we can navigate through these transitions, especially when it comes to our physical well-being.

Today, I want to share with you a key approach to cultivating a new perspective that's closely tied to your physical activity habits.

So, let's dive in!

Take a moment to pause, breathe…

Reflect on the exceptional physical activity experiences you've had in the past.

Transport yourself back in time to those moments when moving your body felt amazing.

For each of these experiences, consider these seven questions:

1. What specific activity were you engaged in?
2. Who, if anyone, was with you?
3. Where did it take place?
4. What time of day and year was it?
5. How did you feel before and after the activity?
6. What emotions are connected to this memory?
7. Which of your strengths do you associate with this particular experience?

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I've even provided a handy worksheet for you to jot down your thoughts. Writing it down can help you reconnect with those experiences even more deeply.

Now, armed with the insights you've gained from these reflections, it's time to craft your new perspective on physical activity for this Fall.

What new possibilities open up when you draw from your past exceptional physical activity experiences?

Remember, the process of introspection and implementation is incredibly empowering.

And there's no better time to start than right now in September!

As I glance at my desk calendar, which I've recently turned to September, I read this quote by Aristotle:

In all things of nature, there is something of the marvelous.
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So, embrace the marvels of this week as you shape a fresh outlook on physical activity for the final four months of 2023!

If you'd like to share your exceptional physical activity experience from the past, feel free to shoot me an email at [email protected]. I'd love to hear about your experiences and how they'll influence your new perspective on physical activity.

Keep moving forward!

Stay well and happy moving,
Lisa

P.S. September is already in full swing! If you're interested in working with me in person, here's a quick overview of a few ways you can do just that.