IT’S BEEN A BIG & GNARLY WEEK Y’ALL! Some of this week’s WODS have hit hard, you put your foot on the gas and emptied the tank, You might be feeling it a bit.
But there is something we always want you to take away with you every time you leave the gym floor…
‘Always do YOU, because you are the best at doing that’.
As you log your scores feel proud of what you achieve every single day, your only competitor is yourself. Some people get too hung up on the numbers, but success is a feeling.
Our motivation and reason why we exists is seeing and feeling YOU feeling proud and happy with the work you are doing on yourself.
You’re doing a great job.
Comparison is the their of all joy
We train and come to the gym because we enjoy it, it is benefitting our physical, but it should also be benefitting our mental health too. With so much noise from society, on social media and at every corner we turn from people and products telling us what, how, who we should be, we can begin to compare ourselves without even realizing it.
SIMPLE WAYS TO AVOID COMPARISON:
Cultivate Self-Awareness: Begin by recognizing when you're comparing yourself to others. Pay attention to your thoughts and emotions, and acknowledge when comparison arises. Awareness is the first step towards change.
Focus on Your Journey: Remind yourself that everyone's path is unique. Instead of fixating on others' accomplishments or appearances, direct your energy towards your own goals, progress, and personal growth. Celebrate your achievements, no matter how small.
Practice Gratitude: Shift your focus towards gratitude for what you have and who you are. Regularly reflect on the things you appreciate about yourself and your life. Gratitude helps foster contentment and reduces the desire to compare yourself to others.
Limit Social Media Consumption: Social media platforms often exacerbate comparison tendencies by showcasing curated highlight reels of others' lives. Consider reducing your time spent on social media or curating your feeds to include content that inspires and uplifts you, rather than triggering comparison.
Cultivate Self-Compassion: Be kind to yourself, especially when comparison thoughts arise. Treat yourself with the same empathy and understanding you would offer to a friend. Remember that everyone has insecurities and struggles, and you're not alone in feeling this way. Practice self-compassion to counteract negative self-talk and cultivate a more positive self-image.
KEEP DOING WHAT YOU ARE DOING.
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