Day 5: Eat something healthy each day.

A lot of people make resolutions that sound like this: “I’m going to give up junk food!” “I’m not going to eat any carbs!” or some such extreme commitment. Then they fail by eating carbs (which we need) or eat something assigned to the “junk” category. It’s a lot easier to achieve success by doing rather than not-doing. Action is empowering; the punitive, goodie-removing approach sets you up for resentment. So turn it around: instead of some sort of mean-parent, “That’s it! No treats for YOU!” in the mirror, promise yourself to eat one healthy snack each day: a piece of fresh fruit, some raw veggies, a handful of nuts – whatever is appropriate for you and your allergies/dietary restrictions. It’s easier and more encouraging to experience success – and the encouragement to keep it going that success engenders – by DOING rather than not-doing.

Dr. Lori Puterbaugh

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