In a world of trends and complacency, it is so easy to fall victim to what society conforms to and normalizes even if ethically and morally it is wrong. How does this relate to workout of the day (WOD), well let me tell you. Have you ever seen a WOD curtailed towards self-care or just stopping for a second and reflecting on life? I personally have not, therefore today’s WOD is to sit, breathe, reflect and relax.
In order to start, put everything aside for the next 30 minutes and tell your friends, family, your smartphone, iPad, YouTube and your children that you have a date with yourself and cannot be disturbed. Sounds too good? Give it 1,800 seconds, I dare ya. Wait, I triple double-dog dare ya!
Follow the steps below for a serene experience. Ready, set, go!
- Go to a space where it is completely quiet and free of distraction.
- Grab a pencil and few pieces of paper or post-its.
- Take a deep breath in for four seconds, hold for two seconds and exhale for four seconds.
- Think about how your week was, what you are grateful for and rid of all the negative energy.
- If you have anything negative or your mind or something that you don’t like in your life, write it on a piece of paper. Scrunch up the paper and throw it in the trash.
- Now, with a clear and positive thought process, write a list of three things you are thankful for on a piece of paper and read it aloud to yourself.
- You may sit down Indian style or lie down with hands to your side, palms down.
- Think about the three things you are thankful for and close your eyes.
- While you are lying down or sitting down, repeat Step Three five times.
- Move your mind to a place where you feel at ease and visualize it (i.e., the beach, your favorite vacation spot, family or friends time, etc.).
- You will imagine yourself at this “place” and allow your mind to be free. Imagine yourself having the time of your life and keep focus on the things that you are grateful for. Do this for 15 minutes. (If you end up falling into deep thought it is okay because this is your time for yourself.)
- Upon opening your eyes, take a deep breath in for four seconds, hold for one second and exhale for four seconds. Reflect on how the exercise was for you, how it made you feel and what were some moments that you enjoyed.
See, I knew that you could do it! Great job. You are now set with a positive outlook, mindset and reset for the new week ahead. Stay blessed, stay optimistic and stay happy!
N10Fit
