Mantras from Chrystie and Stephanie

We've got more words of inspiration:

A few from Chrystie:

"Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind."

"Of course it's hard; if it were easy everyone would do it!"

"The pain of discipline or the pain of regret?"

 A few from Weeze:

"I am kind of a big deal."

"Find my happy again."

I just have to add these because those listed above just reminded me of them:

"Life's a journey, not a destination." - Aerosmith

"Find joy in the journey." - Thomas S. Monson

Is it weird to list quotes from a rock group and the prophet together?

Good job ladies!  You earned your February points!

Sharon's Inspiring Words

Wow, I just realized I haven't shared my mantras with you yet.  I need to earn my point, dang it!  Okay, my mantras will not really come as a surprise, since I've already been posting them like crazy on my blogs and comments.  But I'm stickin' to 'em because they've been helpful for me lately.



See, I've got them posted on my mirror!



Do It Anyway

This phrase again came to my rescue during a recent 6 mile run.  I wanted to stop and walk so bad because I was tired and it was tough and uphill.  Wah, wah.  I thought of this mantra and it kept me running the whole way.  It was hard for me, but I "Did It Anyway"!

It's about progress, not perfection.

This gives me comfort and keeps me focused on the big picture.  Many of you (and myself included) have expressed your disappointment in not doing very well on your goals so far.  But just ask yourself if you made any progress this week as opposed to last.  If not, then - yeah - you need to get busy!  But if you made even some slight progress, you're inching toward your goal.  Make some more progress next week and start striding - not just inching - toward that goal!

Those that haven't yet - turn in those mantras/quotes!  I need some more inspiration!

Fun Family Workouts

Our girls are so lucky to have the bestest and funnest Grandma and Papa in the world!  And - I'm not rubbing it in or anything... I'm just saying - we're so lucky they live close-by!

We've been enjoying our indoor winter swimming and the fact that Grandma and Papa have been joining us so we can all get a little exercise in.



Are there any other Grandpas out there
doin' crazy stunts like this?



 What are you guys doing for fun family activities?  Please tell us so we can all share ideas!

I am thinking of it

OK...I must really love you Sharon.It took me forever to figure this out and Keith was actually very patient with me. I just read the mantra challenge so I will think on it for a day or two and respond.

Cash Pot - Off To A Good Start

I'm going to keep a running tally on the blog on the side bar so we can all be reminded of what's waiting for the big winner.

That number is what is actually physically sitting in the safe at this moment.  Some of you have promised to contribute and as soon as I get it in-hand, I'll add it to the tally.  I'm excited about the amount already.  I can't wait to see what it's up to by March 1.  Yeeehawww!

By the way, I'm loving the mantras so far!  Keep 'em coming.  I'm still working on mine.  I'm having a hard time deciding which I like best.

Sharon

February Challenge - Keith

Winning is not a sometime thing; it's an all time thing. You don't win once in a while, you don't do things right once in a while, you do them right all the time. Winning is habit. - Vince Lombardi

Monthly Challenge - February

Point Value: 1

Find a mission statement or mantra or short quote that is meaningful and inspirational to you.  Print it out, post it somewhere you will see it daily and verbally repeat it at least once a day this month.



"Because I'm good enough,
I'm smart enough,
and, doggonit, people like me."
- Stuart Smalley



Yes, channel your inner Stuart Smalley and create a daily affirmation!  Either create one of your own or borrow one from somewhere else.  Sometimes certain words or phrases or thoughts just really strike us the right way and can be powerful motivators in getting us to stay focused upon and ultimately achieve our goals. 



Find something that defines your motivation; or create a description of who you want yourself to be.  If you’re having trouble coming up with something, try answering these questions:

Why are you doing this?  Why do these goals matter to you?

Here are a few thoughts to get you started:

Find joy in the journey.

“Act the way you’d like to be and soon you’ll be the way you act.”  –Leonard Cohen

Yesterday I did, today I do, and tomorrow I will.

“Decide what you would become, then do what you have to do." - Epictetus, Roman Stoic

“I will do this.” 

”Make it Happen”

Healthy.  Strong.  Happy.

A year from now, I will be glad I'm doing this today.

There will be no jiggle in my wiggle.

Different things work for different people.  Once you choose your mantra, please share it with us so we can all be inspired!

Sharon