Positive words (4)

Recently I took my nephew swimming with my sister and I immediately noticed how uncomfortable I felt being in a swimming costume. I know I'm not big, so some people may think I am being stupid but I just didn't/don't feel comfortable with my body and I think that's the main thing.

So since then I have really been trying to eat healthy, have the occasional treat and up my exercise regime. My current exercise regime consists of: Monday - Bunny Hop, Tuesday - two mile run, Wednesday - Zumba, Thursday - two mile run & Zumba, then nothing Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Due to being in a long distance relationship, I'm often travelling on a Friday night and then with Simon Saturday/Sunday, so don't do any exercise then.

This time my 'positive words' post is a health/fitness motivation one, as you can see. I find these types of images really helpful to keep me motivated. My favourite is the 4th image and the one I need to keep in mind the most. I hope these motivate you as much as they motivate me.

10 things to make you happy

In an effort to try and chill out this year I want to concentrate on some of the things that make me happy.
If you've been feeling a bit down recently, I hope some, if not all of these will help you perk up a bit too. 

Some of the people/things that make me happy.

10 things that make me happy.

1. Exercise

This past week I have felt really down and have lacked motivation. But what I noticed that really picked me up was, exercise. I have started a new exercise class called Bunny Hop, which I go to once a week and I also go to two different Zumba classes each week. So no, not huge amounts of exercise but I still noticed the difference in my mood after each class had finished. We all know that exercise releases endorphins (happy hormones), so go out and exercise if you're feeling a bit down in the dumps. 

2. Cuddles with  my cats

It is no secret to my family and friends that I LOVE my cats. Just seeing them as I walk through the door after a tiring day at work brings a huge smile to my face. I am pretty much obsessed with them. My friend recently admitted that since she had her two cats, her and her boyfriend hadn't argued nearly as much as they did before. See, that is proof. Cats make people happy. Well I'm it is the same for any pet. So go cuddle your pet if you're feeling a bit low.

3. I love you texts

You might have been with this person for years but you still smile every time you see those three little words. Ok cringe, I'm going to stop now.

4. Spending time with my family

Seeing my family always make me happy. Visiting my nan, dad and siblings that live a hundred miles away from me and seeing my gorgeous nephew growing into a cheeky little man, always puts a smile on my face.

5. Spending time with my friends

Having a good old gossip, going shopping or going on a night out with my friends is truly the perfect recipe to get rid of a bad mood.

6. Making plans for my weekend (or days off)

Yes I know they seem like forever away and then when they do eventually arrive they go so fast. But if I make plans (even if it is to just chill and catch up with Breaking Bad) then I get excited at the just the thought of this. 

7. Pamper myself

I like to have a Sunday night pamper session and also try and fit one in mid week, usually hump day. It's such a great way to relax and have a bit of me time. Bubble bath, check. Magazines, check. Face mask, check. Ahhhh perfection.

8. Food

I love my food and I am always thinking about my next meal. I absolutely believe that food can make you happy but saying that it can make you sad as well. When you're feeling down and head for the ice cream, then just be careful not to have to whole pot, as then you will just end up feeling sick and even more depressed. It sounds so obvious but everything in moderation, that is the key. 

9. Flowers

I love flowers and I especially love receiving them from my loved ones. But if you're feeling a bit down, don't wait for someone else to buy you flowers. Just pick up a bunch when you're next out and they will definitely bring happiness to your day. Unless you have hay fever I suppose. 

10. Quotes

I love a good quote, whether it's from a movie, book or just something I have found on Pinterest. Uplifting and positive quotes really do give me inspiration and keep me feeling happy.

So I'm going to concentrate on doing all of these ten things as often as I can to keep me feeling happy.
What kind of things make you happy? 

My New Year Resolutions

I have seen quite a few people on Facebook mocking the 'New Year, New Me' resolutions. But I actually think that the new year is a good opportunity to look back on the past year and change or improve something that you didn't like in your life. 

I have two main new year resolutions for the 2014. The first one is to chill out. Over the past few months I have felt myself becoming increasing stressed out at work and in my personal life. I don't want to be like that, so I want to move into the new year with a positive mind and remember to breathe in stressful situations. 

My second resolution is to become more healthy, I want to eat well and exercise more often. I'm thinking of doing the 30 day shred again so that should kick start my healthy regime. 

Who else has made new year resolutions? Leave me your link so I can check them out too.