Train for Life

Category: Self-Esteem

  • Mindful Monday

    Mindful Monday

    Self-Compassion What do you need right now? What do you long to hear from others? Write 3 well wishes to yourself by filling in the blank: “May I __________.” Close your eyes, and say out loud these statements slowly to yourself. *If speaking out loud is not available to you now, write down the statements…

  • Welcome September

    Seek reasons to be hopeful this month.

  • Mindful Monday

    Beautiful Oops When you think you have made a mistake, think of it as an opportunity to make something beautiful. -Barney Saltzberg If  you were a comedian, how would you turn your blunder into a stand-up/skit? If you were an artist, how would you draw your mistake? If you were a dancer, how would you choreograph your…

  • Welcome August

    This month focus on giving and receiving more.

  • Mindful Monday

    My Best Possible Self Image your life in a future time such as, in 5 years. You have worked very hard to reach your goals. Describe what you see in various areas of your life such as, health, hobbies, relationships, education, and career. Write about your best self for 15 minutes.        …

  • Welcome July

    The focus of this month is to help everyone feel like they belong. We are united in our differences.

  • Mindful Monday

    Mental Rehearsal Planning ahead can help us overcome social anxiety. Picture yourself at the event that makes you nervous. List your fears and worries. Write down a calming phrase to say to yourself. Examples include, I will  get through this. Eb and flow, come and go. I am safe. I am calm. I am loved. Peace be…

  • Mindful Monday

    The Imposter Syndrome Are your self-doubts getting in the way of your confidence? 70% of us believe that we do not belong because we are not good enough. No one is perfect. When you feel like an imposter, remember what you have accomplished and overcome. Write a list of your accomplishments, big and small, and…

  • Welcome May

    May is Mental Health Awareness Month. For this month, focus on slowing down and simplifying. What is one thing you can remove from your schedule today?

  • Wordy Wednesday

    Body Reflexivity  Your body isn’t for comparison, correction, or consumption. It simply means yours is no better or worse than anyone else’s. -Kate Manne, Associate Professor at the Sage School of Philosophy at Cornell University and Author of Unshrinking Similar to Body Positivity or Neutrality, which refers to loving yourself for how you look in all…