Time doesn't stop for anyone... last week we celebrated Joey's 20th birthday and this weekend we celebrate my best friend's 21st, I just registered for my junior year of college, and I have been married for 10 months already. I can't believe it! Time is flying by and I really realized that while time is precious and we must cherish it, we must also be sure that we do not allow it to hinder us.
I found this quote while 'wasting' my time on Pinterest and I think it is really appropriate.
"Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway."
-Earl Nightingale
This concept... that time shouldn't be a factor because time continues whether you consider it or not... was new to me. But how profound, how differently we might live if we are willing to think about life and our dreams in this way. If we allow ourselves to pursue what we know may take a lifetime to accomplish then we will likely lead a meaningful life.
And for me in this time in my life when I am striving for fitness this concept seemed especially appropriate. You see, remodeling does not happen overnight... if we want to remodel our home then we must draw up plans, ask questions, get guidance, and then do it one day at a time. The same can be said for remodeling of our bodies, minds, emotions, etc.
My wellness professor has recently introduced me to the idea that I cannot reasonably expect to transform my body in a matter of six months. He believes that this takes years of effort to truly remodel and I agree. Which means that I need to begin to remodel how I think about remodeling my body.
I am currently a perfect reflection of every choice that I make. All the food I eat or don't eat, the exercise that I do or don't do... everything about my life is mirrored back to me and the sooner I recognize and internalize, the sooner I will begin truly remodeling. I have to work for a slow and steady effort rather than expecting a Cinderella experience.
These are just some of the thoughts that I have been churning... I hope you find them beneficial as well.
Shine Always,
Shelby Jean
