Good or bad

The behaviorist spoke at our team meeting last night and I thought I'd share a little of what she said with a little of my own spin mixed in for good measure.

Every one goes through life-altering events that change the way we eat, drink, work, play, sleep and think. Perhaps in celebrating a promotion we eat a too much, maybe we're depressed and don't sleep that well, etc. Often these events happen to us and it's all we can do to respond. For good or bad, these events take place ... and we need to be aware of their impact on our health. 3500 calories equals one pound, and that's true whether I'm happy, sad, bored or indifferent.

We've also been told FWSW isn't about a diet or losing weight, it's about embracing a new and healthy lifestyle. Our state of mind can hinder or improve our eating, working and sleeping patterns. A healthy lifestyle is a well-balanced one, and that balance include body, mind and spirit. Just as there's no shame in asking for help about physical fitness or nutrition, neither is there any shame in seeking help from a qualified counselor or pastor. For some, that might even be the best place to start.