Follow Your Bliss

“Every day offers us simple gifts when we are willing to search our hearts for the place that's right for each of us. ”  ―  Sarah Breathnach

...it took more courage to go back then it did to let go--that's when I knew I was wrong.

There are studies that have been done on how one can stay motivated and how to change your lifestyle, and then there are testimonials.  I prefer to read or hear about someone’s personal experiences over reviewing statistics-for me… it’s just more motivating, it gets me thinking, “if she can do it, so can I!” One of the best things that ever happened to me was landing a job at a gym when I was 17.  I met new friends who were personal trainers, aerobics instructors, and nutritionist-- they began to educate me on lifting techniques and how to use the equipment in the gym properly; this all perked my interests in working out and developing healthy eating habits.  By the time I was 20, I was an AFAA Certified Aerobics Instructor. It always makes me happy when I see people around me try to incorporate healthier habits into their life, but often times I see them become easily discouraged; I see their best attempts fizzle.  Now I may not be an expert, but I can say that since I'v