{"id":7537,"date":"2020-12-30T10:36:06","date_gmt":"2020-12-30T18:36:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/?p=7537"},"modified":"2021-02-08T16:28:26","modified_gmt":"2021-02-09T00:28:26","slug":"sole-to-soul-tips-for-self-affirmation-in-the-new-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/sole-to-soul-tips-for-self-affirmation-in-the-new-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Soul to Sole: Tips for Self Affirmation in the New Year"},"content":{"rendered":"

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written by\u00a0Ciara Lucas<\/a>, TV Journalist, certified fitness trainer and nutrition coach,\u00a0Vionic Innovation Lab<\/a>\u00a0guest contributor<\/em><\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re reading this, I can guarantee you\u2019re already stronger and more powerful than you may realize. 2020 threw us curveballs the human mind couldn\u2019t have ever imagined. And while experiencing the year\u2019s lows that were deep as valleys, and perhaps highs as tall as mountain tops, there\u2019s a chance you\u2019ve put your health, wellness, and fitness on the back-burner. I\u2019m not a proponent of the \u201cNew Year, New You\u201d mantra, because the \u201cYou\u201d that\u2019s standing here today is exactly who got you through one hellish year. But if you\u2019re looking to be an even better you, let\u2019s <\/span>ready your body and mind from the ground up<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Empowerment is about harnessing the power that\u2019s already within you. Affirmation is confirming it to be true and following it. You already have what you need, but if you need a confidence boost to get started, I\u2019m here to give it to you!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Start by Taking Inventory<\/b><\/h4>\n

Establishing health and fitness goals can be daunting, overwhelming, and exciting all at once. The main component of figuring out where you want to go\/what you want to do is reflecting on where you already are and how you got there. What\u2019s working? What\u2019s not? Reflect on the routine you already have established (or maybe lack thereof). Jot down how you\u2019re feeling, how you\u2019re fueling, how you\u2019re moving, and then decide if that\u2019s making you feel your best. If not, it might be time to make some changes. \u201cHealth\u201d is a huge umbrella. Take inventory of your mental health, physical health, nutrition, even sleep patterns. When we\u2019re honest about where we\u2019re starting, we can successfully make positive changes.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Find Your \u2018Why\u2019, and Make it a Good One<\/b><\/h4>\n

Let\u2019s be clear. This is about you. There is no amount of external validation, praise or applause that will make you truly realize that your health and wellbeing is solely in your hands. Finding a \u201cwhy\u201d gives this mission meaning. What is your purpose in getting healthier and stronger? Maybe it\u2019s so you can pick up your kids without feeling pain, carrying all of your groceries in one trip, or finally crossing that marathon finish line you\u2019ve always dreamed of running. Each of us has a \u201cwhy\u201d that\u2019s deeper than what we see in the mirror or how we look in a picture. Find that \u201cwhy\u201d and hold on tight. It\u2019s what will get you through the toughest moments that make you feel like quitting.<\/span><\/p>\n

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One Foot in Front of the Other<\/b><\/h4>\n

Building a consistent routine, eating healthy, getting 7-8 hours of sleep every night all sounds great until it starts to feel challenging with everything life throws at you. Sometimes getting up and out of the door is the hardest part. The truth is you will fail, and you will fall, but you have the power to get back up and try again. Giving ourselves grace on the journey is one of the greatest gifts. This was never meant to be a flawless performance.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Creating a Meaningful Mantra<\/b><\/h4>\n

Words have power. And the words we say to ourselves, whether aloud or inside our head have the power to impact our actions. When those inevitable hurdles present themselves, we can control the way we react and the way we press forward <\/span>instead<\/span> of staying stuck. Personal mantras are meant to steer you in the right direction when you feel like turning around. My mantras include:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u201cI can and I will.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cFind joy on the journey.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cChoose again.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

What meaningful mantra can you draw on when you need power?<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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You\u2019re Exactly Where You\u2019re Meant to Be<\/b><\/h4>\n

Whether you\u2019re starting from the very beginning of your health\/fitness journey, or reintroducing yourself to former practices, you are exactly where you\u2019re meant to be. One of the best realizations on this path is that you always have the choice and power to start again. And every time you choose to press \u201cstart\u201d is a new opportunity for progress. We all go through seasons. There are seasons of strength, joy, grief, focus, and rest. Whatever season you\u2019re in, honor it and be where your feet are. We are all in training for the challenges that we may not see coming. I challenge you to accept yourself at every stage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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FOLLOW CIARA ON INSTAGRAM<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

LEARN MORE ABOUT CIARA<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n

SHOP ACTIVE SNEAKERS<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

VIONIC SOUL TO SOLE PROGRAM<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n

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