Why Your Health Won't Budge and What to Do About It
By Genevieve Cunningham
There's nothing more frustrating than working hard toward a goal and not seeing results. When we put our time, effort, and energy into something, we like to be successful. And when it comes to improving health, being successful literally means improving quality of life. It means feeling good in our own skin. It means extending our lives. If you're not seeing results, you're more likely to give up. So what can you do if your efforts just aren't working? If you're anxious to improve your health and feel your best, take a look at these reasons why you're stuck, followed by some tips for getting over the hump.
You're Not Getting Enough Rest
Too many people ignore the need for rest. Rest is one of the best things you can do for your body and health, and truly isn't something that should be ignored. If you're not getting enough rest, your body isn't going to work as well as you'd like or as it should. If you're feeling a little stuck in your health goals, evaluate your rest habits, and you may find the way to finally get moving in the right direction.
You Don't Believe It's Going to Work
The mind is a powerful thing. In many instances, what our mind says is what eventually happens. If you're doing all of the right things, but you're constantly telling yourself that it's not going to work, then it probably won't work. You have to believe in yourself and in the process. This opens the door for change to happen and keeps you moving in a positive direction.
You're Tense About the Process
Sometimes the problem is that we're too hard on ourselves. You have to believe in the process, but you don't have to nitpick yourself to death. If you're too tense about it all, you're going to create too much stress. You're going to have a body that is under so much pressure that change is nearly impossible. Relax into the process and you're more likely to experience change that really lasts.
Don't get frustrated over your health. If you're feeling stuck, make some positive, deliberate changes. With some simple planning and shifts in your thinking and routine, you may be able to get your health moving in the right direction and finally reach those goals to feel better than ever in no time at all.
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