Think and Become

Do you think of yourself as young or old? Outgoing or quiet? Have you ever considered yourself to be clever, sensible or creative? I hope that when it comes to your thought life you acknowledge yourself with the utmost respect.

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Alecia Ritzema
Planning Life

It’s so simple to fall into the routines of daily living that you forget to enjoy the life that you’ve made. I find that I’m always about the “next thing” and justify it by calling myself a dreamer, a planner or an optimist who is looking ahead to the future.

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Alecia Ritzema
Motivation vs. Discipline.

Discipline has many definitions. Sometimes it’s negatively received in the form of “punishment” but when it comes to forming healthy habits discipline is a very positive quality to possess. The truth remains, you will never always be motivated - so discipline is the key.

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Alecia Ritzema
Stronger Than Excuses.

Being stronger than our excuses is easier said than done. I find that I often give an excuse because I fear the unknown, I’m not truly interested in the activity at-hand or that sometimes I don't want to take the steps needed to make a change. When faced with a new opportunity do you attack it head on or make an excuse?

When it comes to your wellness routine, making excuses isn’t a great habit to have hanging around.

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Alecia Ritzema
More than capable.

Let today be the day that you rise up and start believing that you are truly capable of more than you know. Each of us has a unique seed planted on the inside and it’s up to us to water that seed, cultivate it and help it come to fruition. Do you believe that? I do! Most times it takes a little external or internal motivation paired with the decision to step outside of your comfort zone and explore a new terrain. But as you begin to move, you’ll notice new and beautiful views that you’ve never seen before!

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Alecia Ritzema