21/09/2026
This isnât a âbefore and afterâ post.
It was at the park about eight years ago when my daughter ran towards the climbing bars, and all I did was sit down on a bench. Not because I didnât want to play, but because I didnât have the energy. I was tired.
I didnât feel good in either my mind or my body.
Motherhood and a busy life had taken over, and I ended up feeling unhappy, unmotivated, and generally in a bit of a weird place that I couldnât get out of.
I was prioritising everything else. I never stopped to think about what I actually needed to be happier.
My nutrition wasnât great. I felt sluggish and had developed a lot of habits that no longer sat right with me.
It took me a while to realise this, and it wasnât easy to come to terms with it or even admit it. I will always cheer the woman on the left in this photo. It was her who@made the choices that led her to where I am now. It was at the park that I realised, âI want to be playing with you and running after you. I want to do all of it with you.â
My journey started with weight loss, but I soon realised the benefits of exercise and healthier food choices. From there, the healthy habits that support a fit and healthy lifestyle followed.
As time went by, my values changed. Being healthy, happy, and positive became important to me because I wanted to set a good example for my daughter.
She is my WHY.
There is no longer a âbefore and afterâ. Instead, there is a lot of âin betweenâ and navigating life while keeping my habits aligned with my values.
Looking after my health has become a priority, and everything else has aligned around it.
Now, whatever activity she suggests, Iâm always up for it. We play tennis, run races, climb mountains, and she even wants to work out with me.
So today, let me leave you with this...
Look beyond the short-term quick fix.
Dig deep to find your why. Understand it well enough that it helps you make your new habits non-negotiable.
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