I'm an ACE certified personal trainer and National Masters Over 60 Powerlifting Champion with over 25 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. I've seen a lot of fads come and go, but three things remain constant in getting healthy and staying fit. A positive mental attitude, a healthy balanced diet, and a fitness program built on proper strength training and cardiovascular exercise. Practice these three things daily and you will discover that they lead to "The Fountain of Youth."
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Counting My Blessings
Yesterday I had one of those days where nothing seemed to go right and I let the events of the day darken my outlook on life. The weather was damp and dreary, I was stood-up for a very important appointment, and I snapped at my wife, who understandably got upset with me. By the end of the day all I could see was what was wrong with the world. I let myself become a victim of negative thinking.
This morning upon waking I realized how much I have to be thankful for. I started mentally counting my blessings such as, my beautiful and loving wife, my wonderful family, my successful business, the books I have written and published. Then I started thinking of the things I had taken for granted such as, I have a house to live in, a car to drive, and plenty of food to eat.
After a few minutes of being thankful for what I have, the dark cloud that seemed to envelop me yesterday is gone. I am no more a victim of circumstance. I have wrestled the reigns of control in my life back by counting my blessings. I now feel bright, full of energy, and ready for a great day. It's amazing how such a simple thing as being thankful can change your attitude and outlook on life.
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