The harder part?

Getting out of the mindset that health is “optional” or “something for later.”

The stories we tell ourselves—

• “I don’t have time,”
• “I’ll start next week,”
• “I work better under pressure”—are traps.

They keep us stuck, really stuck!!

But changing that narrative isn’t about perfect habits overnight; it’s about shifting your focus from the outside in. You have to transform yourself before you can truly show up for others.

So make your wish come true and start NOW!

The K.I.S.S. ~ Start NOW!

You know where you need to start. You know what you need to change. What you need is a way to break the old habits and create new ones. And you know that too. So start NOW!

So what are the 3 things you can do to break free from this cycle and start living healthy on your terms?

1. Own Your Why with Brutal Honesty
   Stop lying to yourself about why you’re neglecting your health. Is it fear? Laziness? Overwhelm? Name it. Once you’re clear on the real barriers, you can begin dismantling them. Your why must come from a place deeper than just wanting to “lose weight” or “eat better.” It has to be about the impact you want to have—a longer life with your kids, more energy to build your dream, or just not feeling like a walking zombie. When your why is powerful, excuses lose their grip.
2. Build Tiny, Non-Negotiable Habits
   You’re not going to overhaul your life in a weekend. But you can commit to something so small it feels impossible to skip—a 5-minute morning stretch, drinking a glass of water first thing, a 10-minute walk after lunch. These micro wins stack up and feed your confidence. They rewrite the stories you tell yourself about discipline and what’s possible. “Consistency beats intensity every time.” ~ Kristianne Wargo
3. Change Your Environment and Peers
   If you’re surrounded by chaos, junk food, and energy vampires, you’re fighting an uphill battle. Remove temptations and add support wherever you can—whether it’s joining a workout group, meal prepping with a friend, or scheduling breaks on your calendar like appointments. Your environment fuels the stories in your head. Change the setting, and you change the narrative.

Healthy living requires showing up in a way that first forces change in ourselves. Only then can we fuel the energy, mindset, and grit needed to touch the lives around us and serve the people we love at our best.

You were created to do big things—but none of it matters if you burn out before you start.

Don’t wait until you’re forced to stop. Start now, even if it’s imperfect. Your future self—and everyone counting on you—will thank you.

“Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!“