Don’t just focus on weight loss, focus on living your life in a healthy way. – Unknown Author

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Today, I want to talk about a very important topic that we experience every year. On the first Sunday of November, our clocks will move back an hour at 2 a.m., and we will gain an hour of sleep as we “fall back” as Daylight- Saving Time officially ends. Unfortunately, that extra hour of rest will come at a cost to our daily routines.

DAYLIGHT-SAVING TIME

For those of us who live in cooler climates like Michigan, the end of Daylight-Saving Time reminds us that we will:

• Sleep one extra hour each day, but still feel tired.
• Feel the chilly winds very soon.
• Pull out our sweaters and jackets.
• Have less daylight in the evening hours.
• Stay indoors a lot more due to the weather and darkness.

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TIPS TO FALL BACK IN A HEALTHY WAY

The secret to living well is – eat half, walk double, laugh triple and love without measure. – Tibetan Proverb

However, for many people, the end of Daylight-Saving time may increase cases of depression, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), cluster headaches, and other health concerns, such as drowsiness and irritability. Even though there’s nothing you can do to fully compensate for the sudden time change, it’s important to make this experience as healthy as you can.

Here’s some tips to fall back in a healthy way:

• Advance Preparation for the fall time change. Move your clock backwards on Saturday night and think about readjusting your bed time to better align with the time change.

• Don’t stay up later. Be sure to go to bed on time. Allow your body to readjust to the time change in a healthy way.

• Limit all alcohol, caffeine, and nicotine on the Saturday before. These items can impact your ability to fall asleep and they can also trigger headaches.

• Get a lot of sunshine. Go outside and get a lot of sunshine. If it’s too cold, open your blinds. Try to go for walks during the day to help boost your mood and energy.

• Exercise daily. Mild exercise, such as walking can help keep you from crashing on the couch after work.

• Ditch the naps. Although a power nap during the day is tempting, don’t do it. If you get tired, get up and take a walk or do a vigorous exercise routine.

• Resist sleeping in. Do not sleep in. Get up like you normally do. It’s important to jump right into your daily routine.

• Adjust lighting. Adjusting the amount of light and dark in your home/office can help make the transition less difficult.

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FEED YOUR FOCUS

A mind troubled by doubt cannot focus on the course to victory. – Arthur Golden

Now, it’s time to focus on what really matters, right? Not the time change, but life, family, careers, households, hobbies, etc. Whether you are trying to focus on some personal goals for yourself or trying to pursue a new career, it’s important to set goals, stay motivated, be productive, and change your mindset.

Set Goals

• Evaluate your current situation – What do you want to change?
• Determine your goals – What do you want to improve?
• Write down your goals and revisit your goals daily
• Write down a plan to reach your goals
• Establish a reward system when you reach milestones
• Check your progress and readjust your goals as necessary

Stay Motivated

• Recite positive affirmations and quotes
• Read inspirational and motivational books
• Pick a healthy habit to work on daily
• Join a supportive group to receive encouragement and feedback
• Determine weaknesses and strengths
• Think positive and remind yourself of your goals
• Track your progress throughout the week

Be Productive

• Strive for consistency while working on projects
• Observe how you plan your days – Use a daily To-Do List
• Define your priorities – What’s important to you?
• Have a positive mindset daily
• Define your focus

Change Your Mindset

• Positive thoughts equal positive outcomes
• Admit that your thinking needs to be adjusted
• Seek positive support from family, friends, support groups
• Immerse yourself in personal growth – Read inspirational books or listen to positive speakers
• Forward thinking will move your focus away from where you don’t want to be to where could be

I hope these tips will help you approach the upcoming Daylight-Saving Time in a more positive way.

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SELF-REFLECTION & JOURNAL PROMPTS

Nothing looks as good as healthy feels. – Unknown Author

Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Upon entering the journaling process, you will find that you are able to reflect freely without judgement. Now, close your eyes and clear your mind. Grab your pen/pencil. Open your journal or notebook. Ready, set, write!

MIND
• Write down everything in life that gives you pleasure or joy.
• What in my life makes me feel alive and energized?
• What are your successes and struggles?
• How can I love myself on today?
• What can I do to take better care of myself?

BODY
• Today, I can honor my body by ___________________________.
• Dear body, I love you because ______________________.
• When I look in the mirror, I feel ____________________.
• How do I connect food with my body?
• What are my fitness goals?

SPIRIT
• What do I need more of in my life?
• What words do I wish someone would say to me right now?
• How can I give that to myself today…this week…this month…this year?
• What is my vision for the next 3 months?
• List 5 to 7 new habits you’d like to adapt in the new year.

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TIME TO SHARE & COMMENT

Focus on your health. Not your weight. – Unknown Author

Let’s talk. Are you prepared for the end of Daylight-Saving Time? If not, how do you plan to prepare yourself? What is one thing you need to change in your life right now in this very moment? Please share your thoughts in the comments section. I look forward to reading your feedback!

Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!

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