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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Transformation – Day 8 – “Transformational Commitment”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Transformation – Day 8 – “Transformational Commitment”

Today’s Body Connection: As we begin our journey of transformation, there must be a commitment to embrace growth and a willingness to be better. There are four elements of fitness that are required: cardio, strength, flexibility, and mindful eating. Sometimes we get one or two of these requirements going, but we have not committed to all four and our transformation is slow-moving. I encourage my clients to have an “all in and all out” attitude. We commit to being all in to win and we go for the goal all out; we don’t hold back. Remember, what we put in to transformation is what we get out of it.

Today’s Meditative Thought: Transformation requires commitment. For 21 days, commit to the practice of loving. Commit to blessing everyone you see. Commit to activating Joy within your life. Commit to something greater than yourself.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, commitment is the key. Journal about your level of commitment; what does it look like? What does it mean to you? How far are you willing to commit? Be honest and free yourself from false ideas and expectations. Your commitment must be honest. “Let your yes be yes.”

Today’s Affirmation: Just for this moment… just for this breath, I commit to the transformation within my soul. Amen

Skip Jennings, ALSP, CPT
Licensed Spiritual Counselor/Personal Fitness Trainer/Transformation Coach

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Transformation – Day 6 – “Surrender to Transformation”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Transformation – Day 6 – “Surrender to Transformation”

Today’s Body Connection: So, the initial excitement is gone and you realize how hard it is and how much time is required to transform the body-temple. Your mind starts to play games, and you hit the “fitness fork in the road.” What do you do? You have two choices: give up or surrender to the transformation you said yes to. Remember, surrender is the opposite of giving up. Giving up says you have stopped trying and surrendering says you will do what it takes to transform. Surrendering takes a daily practice, and sometimes it might require a moment-to-moment re-commitment. But you can always return to your yes. Surrendering is a requirement for your transformation.

Today’s Meditative Thought: Transformation can only come with surrendering. Integrate yourself into the divine. Infuse your being with God. Operate from the knowing that you are the life of the universe with a grand plan. Give yourself over to the will of God and allow its power to work as you.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, open up all accesses of your life to God and be the miracle. When you come upon the fitness fork in the road, stop and be still and surrender. Your transformation is unfolding right now; embrace it and stay the course. Journal about what it is like to surrender to your journey. Stay close to the practice.

Today’s Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I give my life over to divine transformation. Amen

Skip Jennings, ALSP, CPT
Licensed Spiritual Counselor/Personal Fitness Trainer/Transformation Coach

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Transformation – Day 4 – “Love What We Do”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Transformation – Day 4 – “Love What We Do”

Today’s Body Connection: Transformation of the body must come from a place of love. When we choose to change physically, the decision must be aligned with a higher vibration. Sometimes our motivation is fear-based. We might have a health scare, or a family member might interrupt our life patterns with an intervention. The wake up call serve a purpose, but somewhere down the road there needs to be a shift in our intention. There must be a place within us that is energized with self-love. Starting a physical practice can be the hardest thing we ever do, but we know it can also be the most rewarding. Once we tap into that Love space, we will begin to love the workout.

Today’s Meditative Thought: “We must pray to Love what we do.” — Walter Russell

There comes a time in our life that we must get up and move; change is required for the job, relationship, or living situation. But sometimes we do not have the luxury to leave the situation we are in. Instead of praying for a change, pray to love what you are doing and where you have been called to be. Allow God to reveal the love that you cannot see at the present moment.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, pray to see the miracles. Ask your higher self to show you what you are not seeing.

Today’s Affirmation: Just for this moment… just for this breath, I am the love light in my workplace, and I set myself free to be the vision for all to see. And so it is. Amen

Skip Jennings, ALSP, CPT
Licensed Spiritual Counselor/Personal Fitness Trainer/Transformation Coach

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Transformation – Day 2 – “Download Directions”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Transformation – Day 2 – “Download Directions”

Today’s Body Connection: Many of my Aha moments have been downloaded during a workout. There have been times during a run when I have received great insight about my life. The activity of movement creates a clear mind for thoughts to be received and processed. The physical practice can be a conduit for new ideas to flow and for contemplation to take place. During your strength-training session or your Yoga time, ask a question that you have been pondering for a while. Or you can simply ask, “What insights about me do I need to learn today?” Trust that all things are connected and can lead to a deeper awareness of self if we are open and willing.

Today’s Meditative Thought: Prepare yourself for insight and revelations to happen. The practice of prayer, meditation, and sacred study is the key for downloading direction from the divine. It is the Aha moments that give us the opportunity to shift and transform our lives. Continue to be present and awake and ask God for the insights you need to change your life.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, look for divine guidance for transformation. Contemplate your next steps, and expect to get the answer you are seeking.

Today’s Affirmation: Just for this moment… just for this breath, I download my divine direction for transformation and I live my life’s purpose. Amen

Skip Jennings, ALSP, CPT
Licensed Spiritual Counselor/Personal Fitness Trainer/Transformation Coach

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Transformation – Day 1 – “Know Better”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Transformation – Day 1 – “Know Better”

Today’s Body Connection: Maya Angelo once said to Oprah Winfrey, “We can only do better if we know better.” Transformation begins with awareness. When we acknowledge the need to shift, a light is turned on within our consciousness. It could be the first moment when we put on our shirt and it doesn’t fit, or maybe when our belts need an extra hole. We can tell ourselves that the “dryer monster” purposely shrunk our jeans, or we’re a little bloated from all the water we drank, but we know better. It’s time to get moving and stop making excuses. We know it’s time to do “put downs and push a ways.” Put down the fork and push away from the table. No more, “I did not know,” or “No one told me.” Your inner self is telling you. You know, but have just turned a blind eye to the problem. Today is your day to transform your life and it begins with the awakening.

Today’s Meditative Thought: The answer is always the same: we have forgotten our connection to God. Maya Angelo’s statement, “We can only do better if we know better,” is our pathway to transformation. You are the master of your existence and only you can transform your life. You have power within you, and you always have. Transformation is an inside job that can only be achieved by you. Once you begin to take responsibility for your life, you will see the growth.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, be the master of your existence and take charge of your life. Take a moment before your practice, and own it. You know better so you will do better. Ask during your workout or you meditation, “How can I do better?”

Today’s Affirmation: Just for this moment… just for this breath, I am the master of my destiny, and I am filled with infinite possibilities. And so I am, and so I let it be. Amen

Skip Jennings, ALSP, CPT
Licensed Spiritual Counselor/Personal Fitness Trainer/Transformation Coach
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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: “Remember” Day 15 – “Low State or High State”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: “Remember” Day 15 – “Low State or High State”

Today’s Body Connection: Remember, living a healthy life is based on awareness, a divine mindfulness that you cannot separate the mind from the body and the body from the spirit. It is all connected. Health and fitness is a higher state of consciousness. When we eat, we must remember that it is a spiritual experience. Not only do we pray and thank God for the food we are about to receive, but eating is also about nourishment of the body-temple, home of your spirit. Our fitness has more than a superficial meaning, if we choose. There is a difference between working out to know your divinity and working out to get into your skinny jeans. It’s not about wrong our or right, just different levels of consciousness. It’s about our awareness and our intentions. To know your divine self is a high state of consciousness; to drop a dress size or two is a low state of consciousness. The higher state will always bring us inner peace, while the lower state’s recompense is fleeting and disappointing. Choose the higher state.

Today’s Meditative Thought: The low state of consciousness is when we are asleep to the greatness that is within ourselves. The high state of consciousness is when this greatness is activated and in use. Today is the day we wake up and set the planet ablaze. It is time to transform our world and it begins with you.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, remember you can be in a low state of consciousness or a high state of consciousnesses. Today is a day of awareness. Stay awake!

Today’s Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I remember the time to transform is now. And so it is. Amen

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: “Remember” Day 14 – “Let Your Shift Shine ”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: “Remember” Day 14 – “Let Your Shift Shine ”

Today’s Body Connection: Remember, everything you do is to enhance your life. Your transformation is for the purpose of “having life and life more abundantly.” When a shift happens on the outside, it is in direct relationship to the shift that is happening on the inside. There is a vibration and a light that you will shine. You will radiate Joy and, in turn, you will receive more Joy. It is the Law of Radiance; what you radiate you will receive back. Your workout will allow you to activate the best in your life. When you feel strong and healthy you inspire the people around you. Let your transformation shine; not only will people notice the physical change, they will see the light return to your eyes.

Today’s Meditative Thought: It’s up to you to bring your own Joy. Don’t wait for someone else to bring it; you could be waiting a long time. Joy is what you are, so activate it.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, remember that the only thing that is missing in your relationship is what you aren’t bringing. Your relationship is a reflection of your inner awareness. What you see as missing, is your invitation. If you see a lack of love, be more loving. If joy is what you think is missing, be more joyful. Bring the peace where you see chaos. It is up to you.

Today’s Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I remember to bring everything that is needed in all my relationships. Amen

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: “Remember” Day 13 – “You Can Do Anything ”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: “Remember” Day 13 – “You Can Do Anything ”

Today’s Body Connection: Remember, dedication and consistency is key when transforming the body-temple. We must stay the course even when we don’t feel like it. On the days you just don’t feel like exercising the body, connect with your spiritual strength to get your motor going. Your transformation can only happen through God; lean on your inner power and allow it to carry you through the shift. There is nothing you cannot do when you are aware of your connection to the Divine. Twenty, 30 or even 50 pounds is nothing to Universe, so make God bigger than your transformation.

Today’s Meditative Thought: You have the power within you to heal the sick, build a bridge, feed the hungry, and grow a garden. You name it and you can do it. You can even move a mountain. Think about it; there is nothing you can’t do, so go and do it. You and the Father are one. I love Nike because the company’s slogan reminds us to just do it.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, remember there is nothing you cannot do with the power of God. Today, say yes to at least two things that you are afraid of.

Today’s Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I remember that I can do greater things in God than I have ever done before. And so it is. Amen

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: “Remember” Day 11 – “Love and Forgive”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: “Remember” Day 11 – “Love and Forgive”

Today’s Body Connection: Remember, no matter what your body weight is, God loves you. Even when you fall off your diet, you can never lose favor with your higher self. The Universe is an absolute power of love that can only express love. It knows nothing about your falling off the wagon or your 25-pound weight gain. So often we equate Love with what we look like. God only sees your divine self, your spirit. As you connect with your body-temple, know that you are always blessed. There are times when we bring the practice in alignment with our intentions, and sometimes we don’t. Don’t judge it as right or wrong; understand that we are on a path of the transformation of the body, mind, and spirit. There will be times that our eating will be dead on and our consistency of training is the best it has ever been. But there will also be times when we won’t be as focused as we would like to be. Remember, God’s love is not contingent on the size of our jeans; love is the same today, yesterday, and tomorrow, it is nonjudgmental and unchanging.” Be grateful that no matter how many times you fall, you can always get back up and keep moving. God loves you no matter what.

Today’s Meditative Thought: True redemption is the act of forgiving yourself and setting your mind to rest. Long after we have received the forgiveness of God and the person we have wronged, we continue to hold on to the guilt, convincing ourselves that God could never love us again. We have the choice to make things right within our mind. The redemptive power of God is the knowing that we are loved no matter what. Yes, we must make things right with those we have harmed, but we must ultimately make things right within ourselves.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, remember that God loves you no matter what. Your past is forgotten and forgiven; the only thing we must do is forgiving ourselves. Examine your life and see if there is anything you are holding on to that needs to be forgiven and/or released. It is time to place it on the Alter of Forgiveness. As you workout, you might create a mantra that is about forgiving your shortcomings. “I forgive myself for forgetting myself” or “I forgive myself for the weight gain.”

Today’s Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I remember to redeem my mind with self-love and forgiveness. Amen

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DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: “Remember” Day 10 – “Never Alone”

DAILY TRANSFORMATIONAL NUGGETS FOR THE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: “Remember” Day 10 – “Never Alone”

Today’s Body Connection: Sometimes it might appear that you are the only one in your life trying to get in shape. You might think that you are the only one on a diet, or that you are the only person in the world trying to loose 20 pounds. Remember, when you say yes to transformation, you are supported by the Universe; you are not alone. Your intention to be more is your membership in a very exclusive club; you are a part of a tribe that is awake and aware. There are millions of enlightened beings running side by side with you as you travel the road of illumination. Surround yourself with like-minded people who share your desire to grow. Connect with people who inspire you and help to up-level your consciousness. Make friends with folks at your gym. Take the time to search for people who are living the life you want. My mother always says, “If you hang out with nine unhealthy people, sooner or later you will become the tenth.” You are not alone so you might as well travel with your kindred spirits. Remember, fellowship is key to your transformation.

Today’s Meditative Thought: Don’t be afraid to be by yourself. Sometimes we need our “me time” to reconnect with our “God time.” Be free to remove the distractions of life. Take the time to simply get away and abide in God. But remember the truth: you are never alone. You are connected to God and the Universe. Everywhere you go you are a part of the collective.

Today’s Action Plan: Today, remember that “alone” is different than “lonely.” The light is everywhere that you are, so, really, we can never be truly alone. The action plan for today is simple: know your connection to the Universe. Every chance you get, remind yourself that you are connected.

Today’s Affirmation: Just for this moment…just for this breath, I remember that I am never alone; God is always with me. Amen

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