Undoubtedly, many of us have probably experienced major life changes. Similarly, for me, it’s my second move within 12-month. And I have to admit, it feel’s like losing control of what seems important to me.
Besides, it may be a different feeling for you, depending which major life changes impact you right now. Maybe a loved one is sick, or even passed away. Or you and your spouse are separated. Moreover, what about your children going to college and you find yourself empty nesting.
All these situations can be very stressful. Without a doubt, they can derail our motives and eventually, our attention toward our health and wellness goals. In fact, the stress caused by those life changes may have a big impact on your biological age. I’m going to share with you three self-tested methods you can use when dealing with major life changes. Clearly, these tips can help you refocus, so you can keep moving forward in spite of the stress caused by these sudden changes.
DEALING WITH THE MAJOR CHANGES IN YOUR LIFE
1. Hit that pause button.
Why hit that pause button with a situation that needs your attention? It lovingly forces you to STOP and take a step back to look at it from a distance, so to speak. Similarly, after a good cry, your emotions will allow you to dive a little deeper in thoughts which will help you accept the fact and come to terms with that change. Sometimes changes happen, and either planned or not, they could be happy or sad. Unquestionably, it’s very difficult to make healthy food choices during an emotional time like that.
2. Reach out.
In addition, reaching out to a trusted friend, a family member or even your health coach could lessen the lost feeling and bring you back to other possibilities of recovery. It could also give you the support you need during that time. The last thing you want is finding yourself going back to old habits, or to your old lifestyle. Clearly, this is a vulnerable time and reaching out could be your lifeline to stay on track.
Quite easy to remember, right? Press the PAUSE button. Reach out. Finally…
3. Check in.
So, checking in means being with a community or part of a community that understands what you are really going through. First and foremost, checking in is a forward motion that helps you to “snap yourself” out of that situation, that emotional state of mind. In addition, a like minded community can have a more objective view of the situation, and can provide the much-needed support, and most of all the “understanding” you definitely need. Yes, a supportive community where you can just freely talk about how you feel and how this life-changing situation is affecting you. Besides, knowing that others go through similar challenges without judgment of being broken will enforce your determination to stay on track with your health goals.
What’s next for you?
We always want to have a goal, whether it is starting to live a healthier life or continuing to live a healthy life. But sudden interruptions will continually creep into your life. Nevertheless, by hitting the pause button, you can step back, acknowledge the feelings and simply stop for a moment. Consequently, reaching out will help you outsource the confusion in your mind. And finally, by checking in, you are able to give up control of your out-of-control emotions.
Don’t let that major change throw yo off your nutrition and fitness goals. If you know of any women in your life undergoing or have undergone major life changes, then invite them and or just simply request to join my Facebook group, and live to tell how you can turn that change into a positive experience!
