Train for Life

Category: Self-Reflection

  • Welcome April

  • Motivation Monday

    Make your Cue attractive… As an opportunity or experience becomes more attractive, the more likely we can build a habit. Habits are a dopamine-driven feedback loop, which means when our dopamine activity increases, our motivation to perform the behavior will also rise. Oftentimes, the anticipation of a reward (not  the reward itself) coerces us to take action. The higher the anticipation, the higher the…

  • Motivation Monday

    Make your Cue obvious… With enough practice, your brain will learn the cues the forecast specific behaviors without consciously thinking about it. However, as our habits become automatic, we can stop paying attention to our actions and behaviors. As we change our behaviors, we need to always begin with awareness.  We need to be aware of our habits before we can…

  • March into March with a Smile

  • Motivation Monday

    What is a habit? A habit is a behavior that has been repeated enough times to become automatic. What is the ultimate purpose of a habit? To solve problems in life with as little energy and effort as possible.     How do you build better habits in 4 simple steps? Step 1: Problem Phase Cue The cue triggers…

  • Motivation Monday

    How do your habits shape your identity? Consider the 3 Levels of Change: Outcome Change Focus is changing the results such as, losing weight, reaching a PR, winning a championship, or publishing a book. Most goals you set exist at this level. What you get! Process Change Focus is changing the habits and systems such as,…

  • Motivation Monday

    Atomic Habits What is an Atomic Habit? An Atomic Habit is a little habit that is part of a larger system. Just as atoms are the building blocks of molecules, Atomic Habits are the building blocks of remarkable results. — James Clear Do you want better results? Do not set goals! Instead, focus on your system. You do not rise…

  • Motivation Monday

    The human body is capable of extraordinary things that all start with the choice to try. — Robin Arzón What new activity, recipe, or routine you try this week? Commit to one small and manageable healthy change this week. Be bold but realistic. What barriers will you face and how will you overcome them? Who or…

  • Meditation Monday

    I will remain grounded in my belonging and will continue finding new ways to be soft with myself. I don’t always have to be perfect in my healing and unfolding. My mistakes have made me more malleable and open to learning and understanding. I am doing my best and trusting my path without self-judgment. —…

  • Meditation Monday

    Change won’t always feel good, but it’s a powerful teacher. It teaches us to be resilient and make room for abundance, and it shows us how dedication can help us grow in love and life. — Alexandra Elle “It was a learning experience.” — my Grandma Dedication Meditation Lean into loss and think about what…