Apparently, I'm doing quite a bit of reflecting on past people and events that were pivotal in my life, like my third grade teacher, Mr. Leverich.

Besides being the coolest surrogate grandfather ever - one who would launch rockets at lunchtime and magically "predict" the weather - Mr. Leverich was the first person who taught me about the power of my thoughts, beliefs, and perspective.

He taped this quote to each student's desk, which of course my little Virgo brain absorbed and diligently read every single morning:

"Great! I'll just control my thoughts," I thought.

Wrong.

I realized later in life that you can say all the fluffy positive affirmations you want, but until you believe them at the subconscious level of your body, you'll feel a dis-resonance anytime you say them or write them.

This is why positive affirmations, especially about oneself, make some people cringe - their beliefs are so opposite that they physically cannot stand even considering the practice. 

Not to mention, many don't realize that they're (1) repeating the same thoughts over and over until it becomes a belief and (2) making an assumption after ONE event / situation and applying it to all others. (Example: I couldn't balance my meal at that restaurant the other night, so I can't dine out ever again.)

Believe me, I get it.

I always treated positive affirmations it as a game. How many times can I write and say this statement until I start to see evidence of its truth appear in my life and believe it to be true on a cellular level?

For those who can't make such a drastic leap, try just aiming for a slightly better feeling thought.

For example: I can't dine out, drink alcohol, or have any social life while following this program.

First of all, is that true? Or, are you brushing up against something new and that makes you uncomfortable because you haven't mastered how to balance your intake yet?

Here's a way we can soften that statement:

"I'm finding it more challenging to be mindful of my eating and drinking choices while dining out and eating with others, but that's exactly why I signed up for this program. I am making the best decisions I can, actually, and I'm getting better and better and intuitively understanding the composition of many foods and how to put them together to not only taste good but also FEEL good in my body. Come to think of it, I actually WANT to eat balanced, but I'm finding it difficult to make good decisions in the presence of others who are used to me eating and drinking and socializing in a certain way."

See the difference?

One keeps you stuck. Set in your beliefs. This makes change so draining because you're already pre-paving an outcome that you don't want based on the statements you repeat over and over.

The other leaves room for improvement. Even the slightest sliver of hope can open up a doorway for transformation.

Here's the other quote that Mr. Leverich taped to our desks halfway through the school year (yes, he rotated them - what a gem of a teacher he was in every sense of that word):

Even if we intellectually understand this but we don't want to monitor every single thought that drops in, what can we do instead?

Here's what has also worked for me:

• Emotions: instead of stuffing them down, feel into them and use them as your personal guidance system to let you know where you need to pivot, when you need to go within, etc.
• Our Awaken Your Nutrition program (using what you eat daily for 12 weeks as a doorway into self-development)
• Meditation 
• Therapy
• Human Design
• Abraham Hicks
• Reality Transurfing
• All of Dr. Joe Dispenza's shows and books, but especially Becoming Superhuman

There is no one path. But what I do know is that putting yourself in new environments, exposing yourself to different perspectives, and getting uncomfortable regularly can help you stay awake and get unstuck. It might start with a quote that you find cheesy or a pivotal teacher who shows you a new way of thinking - whatever it is, lean into it and get curious. ~ Lisa

P.S. I'm still running. Body composition update coming soon! In the meantime, check out our nutrition master class if you're new and want to learn what we're about 💚.

P.P.S. Book a free call with us if you're ready to challenge yourself and take back your health 🤩

Shannon Morse & Lisa Kirby | Creators of Awaken Your Nutrition @thegreendoor.life  |  thegreendoorlife.com

Upcoming Events:

Let's Talk

When you're done trying "all the things" and are tired of feeling tired, we'll be here waiting for you with open arms! Apply for our life-changing 12-week Awaken Your Nutrition program today and feel better at your next meal.

Book a discovery call today to get started.

You'll speak with a Green Door Life team member and learn more about flexible payments and the right type of program to support your goals and learning style.

Click the Discovery Call link below or forward this to a loved one who is ready for this support in their life (limited space available; serious inquiries only)👇

P.S. Looking for more nutrition, health, and training support? Here are 2 ways we can help you:  

(1) WATCH OUR FREE MASTERCLASS → Discover the 3-step system in our that helps you activate your natural weight management code without restricting your favorite foods or exercising excessively! Click here to register and view at your convenience. 

(2) GET LEAN → If you’re ready to permanently lose at least 10 pounds in as little as 8 weeks or want to maximize your performance and muscle tone, then book a discovery call with us.

Stay In The Loop 

Follow us on social media for live Q&A sessions, recipes, workouts, health tips, and other free educational content.