Perspective and Awareness Leads me to Better Choices :)

We didn't have a dollar to spare growing up.  Once in a blue moon, when we were able to splurge on fast food, we had a very small range of what we could order and we always split the fries.  There was definitely a feeling of "lack" in regards to money to splurge on eating out.  Now, fast food isn't a splurge for me.  I used to love it, now not so much.  I used to crave it, now not so much.  The added pleasure of having something rare made me want it more....

Whether it's a special meal or a special piece of art, most of us want to prove to ourselves and others that we are special.  It gives us a talisman, something to hang onto allowing us to feel powerful.  As an adult who was ready to change, I decided to rethink some choices and tried to think about why I was in negative patterns in some areas of my life.

It's my theory that if we all made an effort to immerse ourselves in beauty, 24/7, our triggers for making less than perfect decisions would be minimized.  Feeling special through eating and drinking "forbidden" foods or drinks can lead to negative health consequences.  Surrounding ourselves by visual beauty is good for our health.  Some hospitals have rooms dedicated to visual beauty leading to faster healing.

My point of view or perspective of one way to feel special growing up was getting that rare fast food meal.  My perspective now is that a home-cooked meal makes me feel nurtured and special.  I am also on a learning curve about keeping my home organized and beautiful.  We are still making an effort to decorate for holidays.  That is one of the areas where I need great improvement.  

Everything starts with awareness.  Did you know slow cooker meals can cost less than fast food and can be healthy?  I just bought new throw pillows for my 15-year-old couch and it makes me so happy to see them every morning!

Every new skill has a learning curve and I choose to be proud of my small successes instead of beating myself up for mistakes.  When you are ready for change, take baby steps and remember to "pat yourself on the back"!!  Everyone has a "naysayer" in their lives, don't listen to that person when you are trying to make healthy changes.  Be proud of yourself as you move forward!  You are worth it.

Have a great day!!

xo
Conni