How do you talk to yourself in the mirror?

We are big believers in the power of seeing yourself as you workout, viewing yourself in the mirror (or corner of your computer screen) as you get stronger in your body and stronger in your mind. We love to see you all check your own form in the big mirrors just like a ballerina would training for a big performance.

But with all that viewing of yourself, how do you speak to yourself when you look in the mirror? What thoughts run through your mind? It might be time to recognize if you are feeling powerful, sweaty, and strong, or if you are feeling body aware, self conscious, or even having some negative body talk to yourself.

If you are feeling strong and confident, great! Know it might not be like that everyday, but today you are doing great. Smile.

​If you are feeling less strong and confident, that's ok too! Take a moment tonight to write down one thing you are proud of yourself for today. Some days, that might be something so small like "I made it through the day and got to bed early". Some days it might be that you made it to a sweaty class and moved with your community. Whatever it is, write it down and let it be free and open. Start to gain awareness of the negative body talk, and try to talk to yourself the way you would talk to a good friend looking in the mirror together. If you're having a hard day, read through your journal and feel proud. Smile.

*Sweaty & proud selfie from Sweat & Smiles Small Group Training. 

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