Letting go of what others think…

Stuff happens! The “stuff” that is part of life can cause people to feel inadequate or unaccepted. The foundation of your belief shapes acceptance and success. Do you believe that because you are overweight, you are not loved or accepted? After going through a divorce, do you think that makes you a failure?  Do you believe that you’re unaccepted after the loss of a job? People can become duped by “feelings” and the illusion that they may bring. The belief proves the acceptance we choose to own. When you decide to have a superb attitude, even when “stuff happens” (and it will), then others are drawn to you and accept you no matter what circumstance you may find yourself facing.

Since I coach many people in the fitness and wellness category, let’s discuss acceptance in this arena. First of all, it’s important to recognize and accept your current state of being and acknowledge the original culprit that led you there. Once you recognize, accept, and own the reasons for your current condition, then it becomes easier to let go of these things… emotionally and physically. Accepting yourself is the key to other acceptances! But, in the same breath, when others choose not to accept you, it is about their issues and insecurities… not yours.

Do you have a fitness goal? Is it realistic? Acceptance of your genetic make-up is important when you desire to reach a fitness and wellness goal. For instance, if you are 4’9” tall, then you can’t possibly become 5’10”. If you have a more thin, lean, and lithe build than a muscle-bound and dense one, it’s more difficult to achieve either of the latter. So accepting your genetics before goal-setting is important… it leaves less room for disappointment.

Once you embrace the way God created you and acknowledge that you bear His image, you can apply your goals and actions to enhance your purpose. Action instead of talk is what separates the successful from the unsuccessful. Accept the mission instead of seeing it as mission impossible. Just take small steps. Becoming 1% better each day will get you where in 100 days. That’s right… 100% better! That doesn’t seem too impossible.

Keep in mind that being your best… mind, body, and spirit is about health and purpose. Let go of what others may think or how they may judge. Remember,—the foundation of your belief shapes acceptance! What do you believe?