Sometimes you just need a reminder to rock. Garfield and I can't be the only cats who find it hard to get into the groove on Mondays. Thank goodness I have Sasha Woertz Westray's hip hop class to get me amped up every week! And now she can encourage you, too, no matter how far from her studio in Delaware you live. I'm proud to announce that she's published her first motivational book! To celebrate, she's giving away a signed paperback copy of "72 Lessons to Rock Your Life: Encouragement for your life and spirit". She's also including a fun fitness t-shirt that will make you want to move when you wear it.
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My kids recently helped me to stop smoking, it's been 2 months now and I know I could not have done it without them.
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DeleteMy most recent challenge was to get used to being a staying at home mom. It's blogging that helped me to that :)
ReplyDeleteAnd hasn't it all been worth it Natalia!
DeleteI quit smoking, cold turkey, on my birthday. I have to admit, I do miss it.
ReplyDeleteI recently lost 100 pounds. It wasn't easy but I want to be healthy and live a long time so I strive to be healthy everyday!
ReplyDeleteA recent challenge in my life was when I needed to save money to buy mom a proper house. No one helped me in it, only mom spiritually encouraged me. I worked hard myself to earn the money.
ReplyDeleteMy recent challenge was feeling that I made the wrong choice. My mom helped me see through the positive outcomes that occurred due to that choice.
ReplyDeleteOh, Kristin, where do I start? Earlier this year I had to have a major operation that has left me in a wheelchair (temporarily), a month later Dad died (unexpectedly) in his sleep, 2 weeks after the funeral Mum was diagnosed with colon cancer, then Tommy the cat died and Mum had her op. and went through a really bad patch. If we hadn't pulled together as a family (Mum, my sister & her daughter) and had the support of some old family friends, we'd have given up by now. But now things are on the up: Mum is gaining strength every day & we have a rescue kitten who brings laughter to our lives every day.
ReplyDeleteRestart sport every week. It's hard, but the results are satisfactory! :-)
ReplyDeleteI decided to be more outgoing and stop caring about what other might think of me that much. And I have to thank my good friend A. for it. I'm blessed to have her in my life! :)
ReplyDeleteMy father had cancer for over 2 years. Our family overcame it together. He beat it! =D
ReplyDeleteMy daughter suffers from a medical condition. The good days outweigh the bad now though.
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ReplyDeleteMy recent challenge is trying to figure out how to get all my craft shows and Etsy orders ready for fall. Luckily my mom volunteered to come help me for 2 really big shows. And she'll be here early to help me with prep as well!
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I'm recovering from a shoulder surgery...it's not easy, but I see so much love around me from parents and husband.
ReplyDeleteI just went thru a divorce with the help of friends and family
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ReplyDeleteThe challenges in my life have been bittersweet. I was laid off recently but I'm set for some interviews in the following week. For a long time I became complacent, not anymore. Even when cost of living is more cost than actual living, with my positive demeanor I feel like I can take on the world.
I overcame depression & I know it's never going to just go away - but I've come to know that it takes myself to be happy and I'm the only one who can do it. I've become content and at peace with myself thanks to the support from my best friends and family. -ebenz1006@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteA recent challenge in your life was the sudden death of my beloved father. My best friends were there for me, and really helped me through those darkest days of my life. Thank God for family and friends.
ReplyDeleteI've recently started exercising, just wanted to become healthy and new if I didn't start, I never would
ReplyDeleteI've started paying more attention to body mechanics.
ReplyDeleteI've become a little burnt out at work lately. I've been taking some new courses online and trying to think of something positive each day at work.
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I've been trying to improve my performance at work and over come some obstacles there. I have a few co-workers who've been very sweet and have lent an ear and advice.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like it might be a little much for me. I'm doing baby steps on the way to recovering my health.
ReplyDeleteI recently moved overseas and am now a stay at home mom. I've been networking and talking with other mothers to keep myself busy and my brain sharp. I've also been resting, meeting new friends and going to yoga.
ReplyDeleteA ton of stuff. I beat my anxiety and just started school!
ReplyDeleteMy most recent challenge is learning how to adapt to some new changes at work, and my sweet husband and running/exercise has helped me to get through it!
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A recent challenge in my life was when I needed to save money to buy mom a proper house. No one helped me in it, only family spiritually encouraged me.
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I've been challenged so many times that I don't know how to pick one! I need to lose weight, I want to be around for my kids and grandkids someday (my grandma died at 49, my aunt at 51) , as the oldest of my cousins, I've stepped up to help guide them in their lives after their mom died (their dad died 10 years earlier). I've encouraged my cousin to go to college & get a good lifetime job, I've encouraged my other cousin to buy a home, & found a good school for her to enroll her children is, I've encouraged their other sibling to get off of drugs.
ReplyDeleteI myself was challenged almost a year ago to quit smoking, and be healthyer.
My 4 kids are a daily challenge, along with our 4 pets!
I've been challenged to help my mom find strength, her sister died, her motherinlaw lost her mind, her husband went to jail & now a 2nd divorce, & her job cut her hours.
I'm challenged every day to set an example for someone, in addition to the challenges I give myself-such as being healthy, losing weight, and finding more time for making memories.
A recent challenge in my life was my niece's school's friends problem.. I motivated & made her to understand her problems .
ReplyDeleteI m very happy because I ve lost kilos and I feel better in my body!
ReplyDeleteMoving to another country was definitely a huge challenge for me. I had to, because my mom was getting married to a man she loves here, even though i do not approve it ( both the marriage and moving out). 18 years i lived without a father, almost always i was alone at my house, enjoying my hobbies and from time to time going for a walk with my 2 best-friends. Now i have to live in a huge family, in another country thousands kilometers away from my hometown, forced to get accustomed to their language, traditions and way of doing things. It's hard, so very hard, especially when both of my best-friends are attending universities in different countries. I'm afraid to lose them.I know that eventually i'll have to let them go. But also I'm afraid to lose myself here. Still I believe that I have the power to stay true to myself, not to "play" under their rules but to find happieness.
ReplyDeleteBooks and films are a huge inspiration, really. Because in every each of then you can find people who had to overcome what you are dealing with and it is truly wonderful. It is like having a huge circle of friends who are always in your heart , guiding and healping you out :)
Recently stopped smoking thanks to my beautiful daughter and my husband
ReplyDeleteGetting back to work after having my daughter. Couldn't have done it without my mum and my partner x
ReplyDeleteI overcame a 10 year addiction to heroine. Just celebrated 5 years of sobriety.
ReplyDeleteI've been enrolled to a degree program which is not my passion, I've been struggling with this challenge ever since I'm in first year. My friends help me cope up & my family is my source of motivation. Things won't come easy but I believe, it would be worth it.
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ReplyDeleteI used to be really depressed after my parents' messy divorce. I cheered up myself and my single-parent. We are now feeling far better.
ReplyDeleteI quit smoking with the help of my beautiful daughter telling me that I could do it and I did! connie danielson
ReplyDeleteJust found out I don't have an immune system and my kids are helping me with it and dr app-ts etc.
ReplyDeleteEveryone has their own challenges to deal with, really. As for me, I have been really struggling with anxiety and school stress lately but I still stay firm with positive disposition and it'll not be made possible without my family and best friends.
ReplyDeleteI lost 100lbs over the last year. I am still trying to lose more but I have made a big step in the right direction.
ReplyDeleteI was diagnosed with breast cancer a few weeks ago so it has been quite the struggle, however we are staying optimistic that my struggle will soon be over.
ReplyDeleteMy schizophrenic/alcoholic brother had a stroke, heart attack, seizures and broke a hip within a 2 week period @ the age of 59. I am his only family member left so I make all decisions regarding his medical care, his chaotic finances and am trying to repair the house of mine that he lived in. During all this I found out I have severe osteoporosis and I'm 60. How have I overcome it? I've survived breast cancer on 3 different occurrences and well as a very difficult life. Faith and a loving husband and sons helped me survive Rosanne.
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ReplyDeleteI was recently having a hard time balancing all my extra activities. My friend helped my by giving me a planner as a gift. I've been writing in it ever since and it's really helping me!
ReplyDeleteA recent challenge that I have overcome, some what, was an out of the blue onset of a panic disorder. Some days are still really rough as far as anxiety goes, but I'm keeping it under control for my three kids. I don't know where I would be without them.
ReplyDeleteI've given up sugar. I was a candy junkie and it showed. I quit cold turkey and am feeling great. My family is supportive in being okay with not so much junk and baked goods around the house.
ReplyDeleteMy recent challenge is dealing with my father who has been going down hill in his health rapidly. To help dealing with it, I am trying to remember the person he used to be and trying to not take things personally, a little bit of mindfulness goes a long way.
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In May of 2014, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. My three daughters have all helped me to research alternative methods of treatment and bought me what I needed to pursue this course. As of now, my blood work is normal!
ReplyDeleteIt was challenging to go back to work in April after many months away from the workforce..but I am becoming more confident & happier with each day.
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I lost a lot of weight and started walking a lot...then I damaged my knee and have been struggling to get back to where I was. Thanks and God bless! ILuvTheEucharist @ aol.com
ReplyDeletemy recent challenge has been sticking to my workout routine. its hard but ive been able to do it mostly by keeping a schedule that i write on my desk calendar. it helps.
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ReplyDeleteA challenge has been starting and sticking to a workout after packing on a few pounds. Now I take one day at a time and try to workout in the morning so there is no excuse I don't have time later on in the day.
ReplyDeleteMy hardest challenge was getting uses of being a stay at home mom , its entering contest that helped me do that :)
ReplyDeleteI was rappelling down a 40 foot wall as practice for my upcoming 400 foot (30 stories) rappel for charity. I had a mishap as I was coming down for a landing and I got a concussion. I was totally freaked out about falling and smacking my head on the ground. The staff asked if I wanted to do it again to get the jitters out of my system before I did the 400 foot rappel Oct. 3rd. I 'm so glad I got back up on that wall and did it because if I hadn't I don't know if I could do the 30 story rappel this coming Saturday!
ReplyDeleteI've been dealing with health setbacks. I'm trying to keep a positive attitude and finding the blessing in the lesson.
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