Reblogged from weight4us:

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It has been proven that the key to successful weight loss is eating well-balanced, nutritional meals and getting plenty of exercise.

Many people choose the option of a gym membership. These can be costly and often times the novelty wears off much too quickly. Purchasing your own exercise equipment can be a good choice or it may end up to be an indoor clothes line.

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• A hot bath complete with candles and plenty of bubbles.
• Painting my toe nails with a fun, bright color.
• Stopping by my favorite coffee shop for my special drink, paying for the person behind me.
• Playing with my animals.  There is nothing more fun then tearing through the house with your doggie’s squeaky toy and having him chase you at top speed.
• Getting a haircut.
• Putting on a cheap, cucumber peel-off mask.
• Trying new recipes.
• Finding a new hobby – I became a HAM Radio operator!
• Creating a new upbeat music playlist.
• Phoning a friend, better yet, Skyping with them!
• Smiling at a stranger.
• Letting someone else cut in while commuting in heavy traffic.
• Trying a new lipstick color.
• Placing an affirmation where I could see it every day.
• Reading a good book.
• Putting on soothing hand lotion.
• Dabbing on my favorite perfume.
• Making a childhood favorite meal.
• Singing while driving.
• Stepping outside to look at the stars.
• Going for a drive.
• Doing something nice for someone without expecting anything in return – biggest smile ever!
• Baking cookies and then sharing them.
• Sitting by a warm fireplace.
• Slipping into my favorite sweatshirt.
• Watching my favorite movies while munching on popcorn.
• Going to bed early and getting a good night’s sleep.
• Sitting by water…my favorite is the ocean but even a stream will do.

Whatever it is in your life that is positive and brings you a moment or two of joy, by all means do it!  It is only possible to be a good caregiver when you are fully charged and energized.  Be good to YOU!

Cheers!

~Beth