Compliment yourself!

Summer has come and gone. The leaves are probably changing on Coney Island paradise and likely cottagers are closing up camp for another season. This week marked the first day of Spring here in Brasil! How fortunate to be able to appreciate summer fun in Canada, and then move straight into Spring in Sao Paulo. I have started another series of boot camp classes this semester. Thankfully, I have been receiving positive feedback and have also seen great improvements in the inner and outer strength of my students. Recently, I received a chain of emails praising my classes which was the catalyst for writing the following blog...

Lovely Ladies,
Thank you for the praise, the picture and the poise of your words with regards to boot camp class. It feels so nice to receive compliments.
This brings me to the inspirational thought to bring you into the weekend...

Why is it easier to compliment other people, rather than ourselves? Our beloved yoga master, Marcia would say that it all starts with loving ourselves. Our critical inner voice has a tendency to overshadow our good attributes. But each of us is born into a body that propels us to do fantastic things. We simply need to dedicate a few minutes to give ourselves some long overdue compliments. Take a few minutes over the weekend to stand in front of the mirror and say out loud to yourself at least five things that you like about your body. Start at the top of your head and work your way down to your toes. Think about the compliments that others have given you and include them as well. You might list your shapely thighs, your slender back, your hair, your curvy hips. Remember these compliments as you carry on with your day. When you feel good about your external self, you will bring confidence and self- esteem into your every step.

In Healthy Spirit and Energy,
Have a fabulous weekend telling yourself how great you are!
Andie