Healthy Habits: How To Grow Your Healthy Lifestyle – Step 2

Today it’s all about growing and building right where you are. A big part of what keeps us in a momentum of constant growth is to be in a place where we express consistency and challenge ourselves daily.

It’s those small things that we carry from our day to day that make the biggest difference.

Here, I want to share some simple additions that can help you continue growing and make the most of every step you take. So, let’s begin by making room for the new.

Make Room

When we make room we are giving ourselves the space we need to grow. 

Here is how you can begin to make room. Start with a focus switch. This is a change in your mindset which gives you the ability to extend not only your thinking but what you’re allowing yourself to see. 

You can do this by focusing on things you can or should have. Choose what’s best for your health instead of focusing on what you can’t or shouldn’t have. When you do this you will find more in your view than you realized.

Next, it’s important to expand your horizons. You can do this by permitting yourself to not live in a limited or restricted way. Apply this when you’re looking at food, your healthy habits or just taking care of yourself. 

Finally, choose to be open. We can’t grow when everything is comfortable. It’s only in the uncomfortable where the real change happens. So embrace the uncomfortable, and make it a positive place for you.

Change is not always easy but it is possible. 

How To Use 

I have listed below some healthy habits or what I like to call positive additions. These can help you focus on adding more of the good stuff back in. While taking your body on a deeper dive toward healing and restoring.

It’s simple to use and easy to add to your daily routine. I would start by reading over each group. Next, let it paint a picture for you. I am sure as you read certain ones will grab your attention.

Then pick one or two to start with. Choose the ones that are most realistic to you and your lifestyle.

Finally, begin adding it to your week but keep the original five small simple steps you’re just adding to it. When you are ready and those additions are locked into your routine come back to try another.

A healthy habits example: 

Someone who struggles to drink enough water each day.

Possible additions throughout the day:

+ Morning Am – Warm & Cozy herbal tea 

+ Noon(lunch-time) Pm -Herbal Infusion iced 

+ Late Afternoon Pm – Electrolyte Water

+ Evening (dinner-time) Pm Herbal Infusion + Fruit Infused Water 

Knowing other ways to help hydrate your body is extremely helpful in making every step count. 

Choose to do what’s best for your body, not allowing your taste and cravings to decide.

Healthy Habits

Positive Additions

Replenish Yourself

Water is vital for our body to function properly. Brings nutrients to our cells and gets rid of waste.

Electrolyte water + Coconut water 

Aloe Vera + Herbal tea

Fruit Infused Water

Herbal Mineral Infusion (hot or cold )

Add in more hydration. Find herbs you enjoy.

Fruits & Vegetables 

Maintain a healthy gut with fibers, vitamins, and minerals. 

Fruits

Berries + Kiwi

Oranges + Grapes

Apples  + Peaches

Pineapple + Grapefruit

Avocado + Dates

Veggies

Dark leafy greens

Cauliflower + Carrots

Bell peppers + Onions

Edamame + Brussels sprouts

Sweet potatoes + Beets

Different vegetables + fruit carry different nutrients. Get in a variety.

Nuts & Seeds

Nutritious add-ins: protein, healthy fats, fiber, and minerals. 

Almonds + Walnuts

Flaxseed + Chia seed

Pecans + Cashew

Hemp seed + Pumpkin seed

Sunflower seed + Nut Butter

Perfect for toppings or add-ins to your favorite recipes.

Proper Protein 

Protein helps our body to build and repair tissues. 

Chickpeas + Egg whites

Mushrooms + Tofu + Quinoa

Lentils + Beans + Peas

Hemp seed + Whole grains

Soy milk + Edamame

Greek yogurt + Cottage cheese

Tempeh + Wild-Caught Fish

Organic Grass- Fed Beef + Turkey

Organic Grass-Fed Chicken + Eggs

Protein comes in many forms. Add to your protein list.

Create Balanced Meals.

Keep Making Moves

As you continue to add in more positive additions set aside some time for your daily movement (exercise). Movement is another part of keeping us balanced not only physically but mentally. 

If every day is not realistic for you then aim for a weekly goal. Try three days each week for thirty minutes this can be a great start.

Keep taking steps for you. Make it your wellness journey.

Quality of Life

The quality of life is what nourishes us inside and out. This can look and feel different to each of us. But it’s important to remember that our quality of life is much more than the numbers on the scale or what we see in the mirror. 

As you are becoming more mindful in caring for yourself each day begin to take note of the little things that are making a difference. It can be how you are feeling, more peace of mind, or your sleep patterns.

Take note of what is working and what is not but always choose quality.

Choose things that give you quality of life. Wellness Living.

Lastly,

I am so happy that you are here and proud of all your efforts big or small. Just keep trying and never give up. I am always rooting for you. You are much stronger than you think.

What’s Next 

To continue helping on your wellness journey this next one is just for you. So when you’re ready here’s step #3 Heal The Inner You.

As always from my heart to yours,

Christina <3