Unleashing the Power of a 'NOT TO-DO' List: A Pathway to Healthier Living

Are you constantly curating your 'TO-DO' list? What if you flipped the script and started to focus on a 'NOT TO-DO' list? This podcast episode takes you on a refreshing journey to realize the power of subtraction in achieving a healthier and vibrant lifestyle. We discuss the art of consciously saying NO to activities that don't resonate with your personal vision of wellness. We crack open the potential distractions that might pull you away from your health goals - negative self-talk, overcommitment, unhealthy comparison, and inactivity.

The discussion delves into methods to switch negative self-talk into self-empowerment, balance commitments to prioritize self-care, and replace comparisons with personal progress celebration. We emphasize the essentiality of movement for a vibrant life. The episode is all about fostering positive habits by eliminating what drains your energy, making space for what truly matters in your health journey. Join us as we unravel the power of a 'NOT TO-DO' list, and get ready to say YES to a healthier, happier you. Remember, every step you take is a step closer to your goal, and your ever-supportive wingman is by your side, cheering you on! Don't be afraid to ditch the clutter, and embrace the space for positivity and growth.

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Episode Transcript

Speaker 1 (00:01):
Hey there, superhero, welcome back to another Walk
With Wingman.
Thank you for taking the timeto join me today.
No matter where you are or whatyou are doing, I'd like for you
to send yourself.
Before we dive into today'smain topic, let's take a moment
for a quick 30 second deepbreathing exercise.

(00:22):
So inhale deeply through yournose for count of four One, two,
three, four.
Now exhale slowly through yourmouth for count of six One, two,
three, four, five, six.

(00:45):
Feel that tension melting awayas you release the stress of the
day.
Inhale deeply once more One,two, three, four and exhale
letting go of any worries One,two, three, four, five, six.

(01:10):
You're doing great and I hopeyou feel just a little more
relaxed.
Now let's dive into today'stopic.
You know, when it comes toliving a healthy, vibrant life,
it's not just about the thingsyou should do.
Sometimes it's equallyimportant to recognize the

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things you should avoid.
That's why today we're talkingabout creating a not to do list.
Imagine your life as a canvasand every choice you make is a
brush stroke.
These choices can either painta beautiful picture that aligns
with your health and fitnessgoals, or they can create a
little bit of a hot mess thatpulls you away from your vision

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of who you are and who you wantto be.
So what goes on your not to dolist?
Well, it's all about saying noto things that don't say yes to
you, and here are a few thingsyou might consider adding Saying
no to negative self-talk.

(02:15):
Replace your self-doubt withself-empowerment.
Keep those inner voices thattell you you can't achieve your
goals.
Instead, say yes to self-beliefand positivity.
Say no to over committing.
I know and you know, it's easyto spread yourself too thin.

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Saying no to excessivecommitments allows you to
prioritize self-care, movementand nutritious meals.
Saying no to comparison yourjourney is unique.
Comparing yourself to otherscan be discouraging.

(02:55):
Instead, say yes to focusing onyour progress and celebrating
your achievements, no matter howsmall they may seem.
And finally, saying no toinactivity.
Make movement a priority.
I know we're all focused on the3M's meals movement, mindset,

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sleep, stress and socialconnection but movement is so
important.
It's one of the bestinvestments you can make in your
health.
So, as we wrap up today,remember you're not to do list
is highly personal.
It's about identifying whatdistracts you, what drains your

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energy, what doesn't align withyour vision of a healthy,
vibrant life.
By consciously saying no tothese things.
You create space for positivehabits that bring you closer to
your goals.
And on this journey, my friends, I want you to know that your
wingman is here for you and I'mcheering you on every step of

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the way.
You've got this, so go ahead.
Create that not to do list andstart saying yes to a healthier,
happier you.
So until next time, stay strong, stay inspired and remember I'm
always here for support.