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This was supposed to be a video, thanking people for attending last night’s training, and a reminder of Sunday’s training (2/27/22 @ 4pm ET). But I can’t bring myself to be on camera today. I’m in too much pain. While I’m still 100% in favor of men being emotionally engaged and I have no problems being seen crying; it’s a pain in the ass when trying to speak coherently. I’m gonna practice self-care and go rest and Be Kind to Myself. I’m going to think about all the amazing things in my life I have to be grateful for, and how much I appreciate my body ❤️ . . . #healthymindhealthybody #weightlosscoach #comfortableinmyskin #fitatanyage #healthyatanyage #weightlossdoneright #clevermousecoach https://www.instagram.com/p/Caae5IdvrGE/?utm_medium=tumblr

Free class tonight at 7pm ET My journey has included overcoming substance use issues with alcohol and narcotics, chronic pain, and morbid obesity, and I'm grateful to be of service and share what I've learned and used. Tonight's focus for motivation will be on creating healthy habits . . . #healthymindhealthybody #weightlosscoach #comfortableinmyskin #fitatanyage #healthyatanyage #weightlossdoneright #clevermousecoach (at Weaverville, North Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/p/CaX_ymrPgVI/?utm_medium=tumblr

Yep, that's my 46 year young booty ❤️😁 Hard to believe a few years ago I HATED having my picture taken, and now I'm comfortable posting a pic of my gloriously nude body on the internet 🥰 How's your relationship with your body? Are you celebrating every inch of you? If not, why not? DM me for more info about improving your health and relationship with yourself. 🥰Be Kind To Yourself 🥰 . . . #healthymindhealthybody #weightlosscoach #comfortableinmyskin #fitatanyage #healthyatanyage #weightlossdoneright #clevermousecoach https://www.instagram.com/p/CZnRkAirOYZ/?utm_medium=tumblr

Do you make SMART goals? SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and today we are covering Timely. When it comes to goals, humans psychologically work better when we are faced with a deadline or an end date. Saying “I resolve to lose 20 lb this year” doesn't really have the same kind of impact as saying I'm going to lose 20 lb over the next 90 days, does it? Also, setting an end date helps to reverse engineer the steps and progress needed to meet your goals. Example: when I started my fitness journey, I could do 3 push ups. My goal was 60 pushups in a minute, and I have myself 90 days to achieve it. I achieved my goal by adding 5 pushups a week 😁 And this isn't to say that when your time is up that you have “failed;" that's not it at all. When your allotted time is up you assess where your at because you've set Specific, Measurable, Achievable and Relevant goals and now it's Time (pun intended😉) to celebrate your progress and make new goals. All progress is good progress and the goal here is progress over perfection. I didn't set out to lose 120 lb because that's just huge. Instead I set out to lose 1 lb and then I celebrated that achievement 120 times. What kind of progress do you think we can make on your goals in 90 days? 🥰Be Kind To Yourself 🥰 . . . #healthymindhealthybody #weightlosscoach #comfortableinmyskin #fitatanyage #healthyatanyage #weightlossdoneright #clevermousecoach #smartgoals (at Mayaguez, Puerto Rico) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZUv1qCr86v/?utm_medium=tumblr

How many times have you tried a restrictive or punitive diet? How many times has it worked? 🤔 I was on the weight roller coaster 🎢 for decades, and I struggled with fad diets, crash diets, liquid diets, you name it. The thing they all had in common was denial; I was denying myself pleasure when it came to my food choices. There are no "right" or "wrong" foods when it comes to improving your health and progressive, sustained weight loss. Weight loss happens when you're in a calorie deficit, meaning you're using more energy than you're consuming. I achieved my success when I stopped trying to punish myself into good health, and instead of denying myself sugar (and Cake!), I ate smaller portions while increasing my overall activity level. If you're struggling with dieting as part of your health and wellness goals, DM me for more info and help 🥰Be Kind To Yourself 🥰 . . . #healthymindhealthybody #weightlosscoach #comfortableinmyskin #fitatanyage #healthyatanyage #weightlossdoneright #clevermousecoach (at Mayaguez, Puerto Rico) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZSNE3DugVS/?utm_medium=tumblr

Skinny dipping in the pool? ✅ Working on my full body tan in February? ✅ Sometimes my life feels like a dream 🥰 A few years ago I didn't like my body, I wasn't comfortable in my skin, and I sure as hell didn't have the confidence to be nude or go skinny dipping. 😕 Now I celebrate my body every day, and I'm grateful for the experiences I am fortunate enough to have with it 🥰 Next up: getting over my fear of jellyfish and skinny dipping in the Caribbean 😉 Comment how you're celebrating/taking care of your body today 👇 . . . #healthymindhealthybody #weightlosscoach #comfortableinmyskin #fitatanyage #healthyatanyage #weightlossdoneright #clevermousecoach (at Mayaguez, Puerto Rico) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZPrHqIBfC4/?utm_medium=tumblr

It took me 3 years to drop my first 60 pounds... and one year to drop the second 60 😁 The difference? I had a Coach and mentor to help guide me during the second part of my journey ❤️ The second biggest mistake when it comes to losing weight and improving your health is trying to go it alone. I mean, can you? Sure, it's possible. In my experience, it's a lot more difficult and time consuming, though. Find someone who's message, methods, and experience resonate with you to help you on your journey and watch your blind spots. 🔥 After all, we don't know what we don't know. DM me to set up a call 🥰 Be Kind To Yourself . . . #healthymindhealthybody #weightlosscoach #comfortableinmyskin #fitatanyage #healthyatanyage #weightlossdoneright #clevermousecoach (at Delray Beach, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZNHkIWPCir/?utm_medium=tumblr

I took this picture while experiencing both back and nerve pain. I'm disabled; I have a Spinal Cord Stimulator that helps me manage nerve damage in my groin, and I've got degeneration in three discs as a result of being so heavy for so long and not taking care of myself. I'm smiling because I was practicing Gratitude and thankful I could take as long as I needed to rest, thankful that I have such an amazing and supportive spouse, and that she has such comfortable thighs to use as pillows ❤️ Make sure you're scheduling enough time to rest; if you're not taking time for your wellness, you'll be spending time recovering from illness. Take time to rest 🥰 Be Kind To Yourself 🥰 . . . #healthymindhealthybody #weightlosscoach #comfortableinmyskin #fitatanyage #healthyatanyage #weightlossdoneright #clevermousecoach (at Delray Beach, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZK5hhOrfqs/?utm_medium=tumblr

What differences do you see in this #eightyearchallenge ? By the numbers, it's 2013 on the left and I'm 290 pounds (I peaked at 320 two years later). On the right it's 2021 and I'm 195 pounds (what I weighed when I graduated Navy boot camp at 18) In 2013 I was still deeply wounded and attached to carrying that hurt with me. I was toxic, didn't love myself, and constantly searching for external validation and approval from romantic partners. 😞 In 2021 I was three years into my (ongoing) Healing and Recovery journey. I love myself, I accept myself, I'm comfortable in my skin, and I fully embrace being a complete and whole person. 🥰 I am proof Recovery and Transformation are possible, and it's a lot easier than you might think 😊 When you're ready to live differently and feel comfortable and confident in your skin, I'm here to help ❤️ I believe in you. You can do this, too. DM me for more information 🥰Be Kind To Yourself 🥰 . . . #healthymindhealthybody #weightlosscoach #comfortableinmyskin #fitatanyage #healthyatanyage #weightlossdoneright #clevermousecoach (at Delray Beach, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZC4498uwv2/?utm_medium=tumblr

Are you afraid to be Seen? Do you struggle with your body image? I relate 💯 I went decades hating having my picture taken, and I didn't take my first selfie until I was my 40s. Now I'm 46 and SUPER COMFORTABLE in my skin, and I mean all of my skin; my extra skin from dropping 120 pounds, my stretch marks, wrinkles, everything 😁🥰 If you're struggling to love the skin you're in, I'm here to help. My Body Positive program will help you manifest a total life transformation that's more than losing weight. DM me for more info 🥰Be Kind To Yourself 🥰 . . . #healthymindhealthybody #weightlosscoach #comfortableinmyskin #fitatanyage #healthyatanyage #weightlossdoneright #clevermousecoach (at Delray Beach, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZAiI6vLFxz/?utm_medium=tumblr

The ripple effect of getting healthy What are some of the immediate benefits of improving your health? Lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, improved stamina, and increased energy to name a few. Have you thought about who else benefits when you improve your health? For those of you with kids, a recent graduate of Body Positive was absolutely aglow when talking about how his relationship with his kids had improved. He has more energy to go on walks with them after work, he’s got a morning fruit smoothie ritual with his son, and his daughter stopped calling him Mr GrumpyFace because he’s less stressed. 😁😁😁 Another client was reluctant to go walking in the cold, and flat out told me he wouldn’t go when it was under 35 degrees. 🥶 Last week he was excitedly talking about going out when it was 25 degrees because his dogs like it, and he’s noticed improvements in their mood when they go for longer walks. 🥰 My last success story for today is about sex. That got your attention, didn’t it?  Another client had sex with his partner for the first time in 6 months recently, and their relationship has been steadily improving. To get philosophical for a moment, Working on yourself and improving your relationship with yourself is really the only way to improve your relationship with anyone else.  If you're not happy and comfortable in your skin, how can you be happy and comfortable around other people? If you don’t have the energy to take care of your body, how are you gonna have energy to spend with your partner, kids, or furbabies? 🤔 When you’re ready to improve your health and experience your phoenix transformation, DM me and let’s get started 🎉 . . . #healthymindhealthybody #weightlosscoach #comfortableinmyskin #fitatanyage #healthyatanyage #weightlossdoneright #clevermousecoach (at Delray Beach, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/clevermousecoach/p/CY9ol1_rZms/?utm_medium=tumblr

Whatever you're working on, however you're improving your life, health, and relationships, I believe in you and I'm rooting for your success ❤️🔥❤️ Keep going and growing, I have faith in you 😁🥰 #progressoverperfection You got this! . . . #fitatanyage #healthyatanyage #ageisanumber #weightlossdoneright #comfortableinmyskin #happinesslooksgoodonyou #weightlosscoach #healthyweightloss #healthymindhealthybody #clevermousecoach (at Weaverville, North Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/p/CYew_YLLmOz/?utm_medium=tumblr

Onesies for the win! 😁 What's your go-to outfit for lounging around the house when it's cold? . . . #fitatanyage #healthyatanyage #ageisanumber #weightlossdoneright #comfortableinmyskin #happinesslooksgoodonyou #weightlosscoach #healthyweightloss #healthymindhealthybody #clevermousecoach (at Weaverville, North Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/p/CYcVURCLNRW/?utm_medium=tumblr

How you lose weight is more important than how fast you lose weight. Again, how you lose weight is more important than how fast you lose weight. I saw a facebook post the other day that promised dropping a pants size in 3 days by drinking meal replacement shakes, and it got me hot. 🤬 Sure, it’s theoretically possible to drop that much weight that fast, but at what cost? How are you gonna keep the weight off after that? 🤔 Meal replacement shakes and supplements are band-aids for your weight issues, and don’t address your underlying habits and choices that got you where you are now. They might help you drop some weight, but they're not gonna improve your health or fitness level. My goal as a Coach is to help you become the healthiest version of you that you choose to be, and that includes safe and sustained weight loss while reducing your daily aches and pains through celebrating your body with exercise. 🎉 Dropping a pants size in 3 days from meal shakes ain’t gonna do a thing to help your low back pain, and is only perpetuating your weight rollercoaster. If you’re ready to get off the weight rollercoaster for good, I’m here to help you. I have a link to my free Level Up Kit PDF in my bio to help you get started on your health journey, or comment Level Up and I’ll DM you the link. You can’t hate or punish yourself into a healthy lifestyle, so please, be kind to yourself. 🥰 . . . #fitatanyage #healthyatanyage #ageisanumber #weightlossdoneright #comfortableinmyskin #happinesslooksgoodonyou #weightlosscoach #healthyweightloss #healthymindhealthybody #clevermousecoach (at Weaverville, North Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/clevermousecoach/p/CYXBzsELuNp/?utm_medium=tumblr