The Letter B

Today is the letter A ...

Pick an exercise, a fruit, a vegetable, or a motivation quote that begins with the letter B ... and tell us all a little about it!  

Yep ... you guessed it .. we'll be working our way through the alphabet and changing it up a bit with shapes and colors as we go!

Anyone interested in taking over this part of the daily posting ... speak up!   We need to get involved and would LOVE to see EVERYONE doing something!!!

[Ranaesheart]

The letter B is for Believe!  Believe in yourself and what you can do.  BELIEVE ....

Believe it can be done. When you believe something can be done, really believe, your mind will find the ways to do it. Believing a solution paves the way to solution.
-- David Joseph Schwartz

Don’t limit yourself. Many people limit themselves to what they think they can do. You can go as far as your mind lets you. What you believe, remember, you can achieve.
-- Mary Kay Ash

Every single life only becomes great when the individual sets upon a goal or goals which they really believe in, which they can really commit themselves to, which they can put their whole heart and soul into.
-- Brian Tracy

I do believe that when we face challenges in life that are far beyond our own power, it's an opportunity to build on our faith, inner strength, and courage. I've learned that how we face challenges plays a big role in the outcome of them.
-- Sasha Azevedo

Keep away from those who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you believe that you too can become great.
-- Mark Twain

Living with integrity means: Not settling for less than what you know you deserve in your relationships. Asking for what you want and need from others. Speaking your truth, even though it might create conflict or tension. Behaving in ways that are in harmony with your personal values. Making choices based on what you believe, and not what others believe.
-- Barbara De Angelis

Love what you do. Believe in your instincts. And you'd better be able to pick yourself up and brush yourself off every day.
-- Author Unknown

[lucindamartinez]

"B" is for banana.  When you compare it to an apple, it has four times the protein, twice the carbohydrate, three times the phosphorus, five times the vitamin A and iron, and twice the other vitamins and minerals. It is also rich in potassium and is one of the best value foods around.

[elaine1961]

My B is for beginning, we need to begin in order to move on
Beginning Today...

I will no longer worry about yesterday.
It is in the past and the past will never change.
Only I can change by choosing to do so.

I will no longer worry about tomorrow.
Tomorrow will always be there,
waiting for me to make the most of it.
But I cannot make the most of tomorrow without first making the most of today.

I will look in the mirror and
I will see a person worthy of my respect and admiration.
This capable person looking back at me
is someone I enjoy spending time with
and someone I would like to get to know better.

I will cherish each moment of my life.
I value this gift bestowed upon me in this world
and I will unselfishly share this gift with others.
I will use this gift to enhance the lives of others.

I will take a moment to step off the beaten path
and to revel in the mysteries I encounter.
I will face challenges with courage and determination.
I will overcome what barriers there may be which
hinder my quest for growth and self-improvement.

I will take life one day at a time,
one step at a time.
Discouragement will not be allowed to taint my positive self-image,
my desire to succeed or my capacity to love.

I walk with renewed faith in human kindness.
Regardless of what has gone before,
I believe there is hope for a brighter and better future.

I will open my mind and my heart.
I will welcome new experiences.
I will meet new people.
I will not expect perfection from myself nor anyone else:
perfection does not exist in an imperfect world.
But I will applaud the attempt to overcome human foibles.

I am responsible for my own happiness
and I will do things that make me happy. . .
admire the beautiful wonders of nature,
listen to my favorite music,
pet a kitten or a puppy,
soak in a bubble bath . . .
pleasure can be found in the most simple of gestures.

I will learn something new;
I will try something different;
I will savor all the various flavors life has to offer.
I will change what I can and the rest I will let go.
I will strive to become the best me I can possibly be.

[elaine1961]

If you let me know what you want me to do and how often. i will be very happy to help

[Barb135]

Elaine, that's awesome.  

My "B" is for broccoli --- info on broccoli from Whole Foods:

"Broccoli is a member of the cabbage family, and is closely related to cauliflower. Its cultivation originated in Italy. Broccolo, its Italian name, means "cabbage sprout." Because of its different components, broccoli provides a range of tastes and textures, from soft and flowery (the floret) to fibrous and crunchy (the stem and stalk). Do not let the smell of the sulfur compounds that are released while cooking keep you away from this highly nutritious vegetable. "

Broccoli is chock full of vitamins and minerals, with the most prevalent being vitamins C, K, and A.  

Caution: don't eat raw broccoli if you take thyroid med(s) as it inhibits absorption of the med.  

[tigerlilly5909]

B - Is For Back

I didn't realize until this past week that all the back exercises I've been doing for the last 6 months really work. I raked leaves for 6 hours this week and thought for sure I would barley be able to move after the first day but to my surprise I was able to get out of bed without complaint (and two Motrin) after both days. My posture is better and my back is barely ever sore any more. I'm sure my weight loss has helped but I know that these exercises are helping tremendously. I can feel the muscles in my back. I feel so strong!

Take care of your back!

[TrudieC]

B is for Beautiful.

We are all beautiful.  We are working to lose weight so that we are healthier and live longer lives.  This does not mean we don't have beauty now.  Learn to appreciate your inner and outer beauty.  As you go through your weight loss journey continue to love your body as it is now and enjoy the power you have to improve it.  Don't hate your body - it has brought you through so much.  Love the curves, the dimples, the bulges.  They are a part of you and you are beautiful.  By loving it you will take more care of it and help it along better towards getting healthier.

Tigerlilly, please share your back exercises!  Mine is so weak and I'd love to get it stronger!  Such wonderful posts people!