Kym and I are at a very special place for the weekend. It is called St. Joseph Institute. It is about a half hour from SC and boy is it nice. The owners met with us at One on One yesterday about providing our services at the Institute. It looks like we have a deal! It is pretty exciting. The owner's philosophies really line up well with ours. Check out their site at www.stjosephinstitute.com.
Everyone please welcome Kim (aka "slimkim!), Stacy and Randa to our group. These are the women from Kym's original PC group. They are wonderful, wonderful people and we are lucky to have them with us. Please ladies, introduce yourselves to the rest of the group. Let us know what you are working on and if there is anything we can do to help you. In addition, we value your support. Each and every one of us has something to give. Please share your thoughts with us by clicking on the "comment" tab at the bottom of a post. If any of you wants an e mail sent to you when a new message is posted on the site, let me know and I will make it so. Also, please let me know if you can join us for a meeting on 2/24 at 7:00 PM at One on One.
I want to thank Mandie for her strength and commitment. She has done some very special things the last few days that have been very courageous and inspiring to me. One of the things was to call me out on some bad behaviour I displayed! That is exactly the kind of friend I want.
I am very grateful for many things right now. The PC is working for me. I feel better than I have in years. I mean that. The work I have done with my exercise and the changes (I used to call them sacrifices)I have made with my diet have begun to give me what I hoped they would. Self-confidence and a real sense of accomplishment. It is so unbelievably worth it.
Thanks to all.
Friday, February 13, 2009
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
New members
Hi everyone.
Does anyone have a problem with inviting others to view our blog? I know a couple people who are very interested in what we are doing and have asked to visit. I want to be certain that everyone is OK with that (full disclosure...I already invited one person!). Ultimately we will have many other individuals coming to the site as we start new groups. If participants prefer to remain anonymous, that will be fine. You can use an assumed name when you log in.
Currently, our plan is to start a new PC group beginning end of March/April. If any of you want to be involved, you can be. In addition, we are going to schedule a follow up meeting for our group. I was thinking Tuesday the 24th at 7:00.
What do you think?
Does anyone have a problem with inviting others to view our blog? I know a couple people who are very interested in what we are doing and have asked to visit. I want to be certain that everyone is OK with that (full disclosure...I already invited one person!). Ultimately we will have many other individuals coming to the site as we start new groups. If participants prefer to remain anonymous, that will be fine. You can use an assumed name when you log in.
Currently, our plan is to start a new PC group beginning end of March/April. If any of you want to be involved, you can be. In addition, we are going to schedule a follow up meeting for our group. I was thinking Tuesday the 24th at 7:00.
What do you think?
Make a choice!
Yay...Bruce helped me figure this blog thing out...thank you!
A thought I had regarding the Prize Club and personal responsibilty...
Life is full of choices. Every morning you wake up and make the choice of whether you are going to get out of bed and start your day. Are you going to start your day with an attitude of gratitude or are you going to start your day "fearing" what might happen? My point is, you have a choice.
Bruce has talked quite a bit about your Prize being powerful enough to motivate you to change your habits and, eventually, your mindset.
So, not only does your Prize need to be powerful enough (it’s easier to be disciplined with a powerful Prize), but you’ve got to make the choice to leave those old destructive habits/mindsets behind…they aren’t going to go away on their own…they will continue to “dog” you your whole life until you decide that you are worth it…you are worthy of the Prize.
The Bottom Line: These things lose power over you as you choose to leave them behind!
A thought I had regarding the Prize Club and personal responsibilty...
Life is full of choices. Every morning you wake up and make the choice of whether you are going to get out of bed and start your day. Are you going to start your day with an attitude of gratitude or are you going to start your day "fearing" what might happen? My point is, you have a choice.
Bruce has talked quite a bit about your Prize being powerful enough to motivate you to change your habits and, eventually, your mindset.
So, not only does your Prize need to be powerful enough (it’s easier to be disciplined with a powerful Prize), but you’ve got to make the choice to leave those old destructive habits/mindsets behind…they aren’t going to go away on their own…they will continue to “dog” you your whole life until you decide that you are worth it…you are worthy of the Prize.
The Bottom Line: These things lose power over you as you choose to leave them behind!
Here I am
Hey Gang
Wow , what a lot of great posts! I am inspired!! I have been off the radar screen for a few days, but I am still on track. My 7 day commitment this week is to incorporate more vegetables into my diet and continue to drink my water ( still can't get this done every day) and get back into my yoga routine ( lets try to do it at least once this week! )
I splurged a little this week ... no not by eating, because I don't have to reward my self that way (old way of thinking) ... I went to lululemon and bought some new work out clothes. Now I want to get dressed and go to the gym... hey whatever works, right?
I am happy to see the blog site is working! Lorrie
My Prize and Commitment
Hi all,
I never shared what my prize is with the group so I figured I would take this chance to do just that.
I want to be a role model for my son, Alex. I look at all of the characteristics that I want my son to grow up with like being humble, grateful, gracious, respected, honorable, courageous, and not fearful of taking chances and then wonder to myself, "How can I not want all of these things for myself if I want to model them for my son?"
As far as my 7 day commitment for this week 2/9/09 I am going to follow the KISS principle.
I never shared what my prize is with the group so I figured I would take this chance to do just that.
I want to be a role model for my son, Alex. I look at all of the characteristics that I want my son to grow up with like being humble, grateful, gracious, respected, honorable, courageous, and not fearful of taking chances and then wonder to myself, "How can I not want all of these things for myself if I want to model them for my son?"
As far as my 7 day commitment for this week 2/9/09 I am going to follow the KISS principle.
- 1/2 hour of organization 5x/wk
- Emailing Bruce a weekly personal inventory
- Meeting with Bruce 1x/wk
- Taking advantage of chances to build up One on One for the opportunities it has afforded me personally and the opportunities it gives us all.
- Using the wrist band to help remind me that I am a product of my choices.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Accountability
I'm still playing with this blog - it's fun!
I am wavering on my commitment to do treadmill work today -- you know, aches and pains. Sooooo, I'm blogging to re-commitment to my commitment to exercise five days a week. I'll drink two bottles of water before I get there (another commitment) and call my partner in crime (ok, healthiness) and give her three hours to get here so we can "gym it."
I hope all are having a successful day and committed week. I think blogging is a good accountability tool.
I am wavering on my commitment to do treadmill work today -- you know, aches and pains. Sooooo, I'm blogging to re-commitment to my commitment to exercise five days a week. I'll drink two bottles of water before I get there (another commitment) and call my partner in crime (ok, healthiness) and give her three hours to get here so we can "gym it."
I hope all are having a successful day and committed week. I think blogging is a good accountability tool.
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Thoughts about the Prize Club
Bruce and Kym,
You did a remarkable thing in this trial run of the Prize Club-- YES, we should keep it going, by all means!!!!
Whether following the Prize Club Philosophy to the letter or not, it seems to have been very beneficial or at least interesting enough for those who participated throughout it.
And for those who are now living in tune with the philosophy, we have
-- hope, excitement, energy, clarity, security (that we have a network for support and help), and therefore ever growing confidence in our ability to work our way to our PRIZE because we know it IS POSSIBLE, and that we aren't alone in our desire and efforts to make it happen, even though the success comes solely from the choices we make. That is the paradox of how support works to me: Our choices and efforts are entirely up to each of us, yet knowing that others care enough to assist us or lend comfort in areas where we aren't skilled in, knowledgeable about, or fearless in YET, is also what gives us the power (of the group) to "Work it" because "We are worth it!"
I thank you both on a very personal level for the courage you have to share with us your personal journeys, your philosophy, and demonstrating how very much you do care about others. I am really grateful, and feel even more strongly connected to you than before this process.
I would love to meet once a month, have an interactive website, and
whatever. I suggest more work on making your Prize come Alive.
Identifying it, giving it reality with detailed visioning and feelings, and trying see it, feel it clearly everyday in the morning or at night or during a tough time or milestone.
I love being a part of the One on One team. I want to help myself and others in partnership. Please let me know what I can do to help you with the Club.
Gratefully yours,
Noel
You did a remarkable thing in this trial run of the Prize Club-- YES, we should keep it going, by all means!!!!
Whether following the Prize Club Philosophy to the letter or not, it seems to have been very beneficial or at least interesting enough for those who participated throughout it.
And for those who are now living in tune with the philosophy, we have
-- hope, excitement, energy, clarity, security (that we have a network for support and help), and therefore ever growing confidence in our ability to work our way to our PRIZE because we know it IS POSSIBLE, and that we aren't alone in our desire and efforts to make it happen, even though the success comes solely from the choices we make. That is the paradox of how support works to me: Our choices and efforts are entirely up to each of us, yet knowing that others care enough to assist us or lend comfort in areas where we aren't skilled in, knowledgeable about, or fearless in YET, is also what gives us the power (of the group) to "Work it" because "We are worth it!"
I thank you both on a very personal level for the courage you have to share with us your personal journeys, your philosophy, and demonstrating how very much you do care about others. I am really grateful, and feel even more strongly connected to you than before this process.
I would love to meet once a month, have an interactive website, and
whatever. I suggest more work on making your Prize come Alive.
Identifying it, giving it reality with detailed visioning and feelings, and trying see it, feel it clearly everyday in the morning or at night or during a tough time or milestone.
I love being a part of the One on One team. I want to help myself and others in partnership. Please let me know what I can do to help you with the Club.
Gratefully yours,
Noel
Noel
Starting today 2/5/09:
1. Committing to and being satisfied with "less is more."
2. Focus on the process: preparation, feedback, ask for help from people I respect
3. Asking for help more often and sooner
-Meet with Bruce once a week to go over goals, strategy, organization
-If unfocused or confused, think "call or text Bruce", prepare for the communication and see if that doesn't help in itself, if not reach out to him
4. Accountability
-Check in with Bruce daily
5. Accept praise graciously
6. Journal once a week
7. Plan 2 meals that incorporate recipes and shop for ingredients on Friday
8. Work more when Tom is oot and play more when he is home
9. Spend time on Sunday preparing for the week.
10. Spend 5 minutes in prayer/meditation 3x week.
11. Email Sally
1. Committing to and being satisfied with "less is more."
2. Focus on the process: preparation, feedback, ask for help from people I respect
3. Asking for help more often and sooner
-Meet with Bruce once a week to go over goals, strategy, organization
-If unfocused or confused, think "call or text Bruce", prepare for the communication and see if that doesn't help in itself, if not reach out to him
4. Accountability
-Check in with Bruce daily
5. Accept praise graciously
6. Journal once a week
7. Plan 2 meals that incorporate recipes and shop for ingredients on Friday
8. Work more when Tom is oot and play more when he is home
9. Spend time on Sunday preparing for the week.
10. Spend 5 minutes in prayer/meditation 3x week.
11. Email Sally
Jean "I KNOW I CAN’T DO THIS ALONE"!
My 7 day commitment is almost the same as last week with drinking more water and tracking food intake – it’s not second nature yet. Now that I am feeling well again, I want to continue (and perhaps increasing) my exercise routine.
Yes, I want to continue with the PC. It took the third and fourth sessions to crystallize my thoughts and appreciate the power of the prize – I don’t want to lose this momentum. The web site (blogging) idea is great! I also think that monthly meetings would be beneficial for one-on-one interaction, sharing challenges and successes and words of wisdom. I KNOW I CAN’T DO THIS ALONE!
Yes, I want to continue with the PC. It took the third and fourth sessions to crystallize my thoughts and appreciate the power of the prize – I don’t want to lose this momentum. The web site (blogging) idea is great! I also think that monthly meetings would be beneficial for one-on-one interaction, sharing challenges and successes and words of wisdom. I KNOW I CAN’T DO THIS ALONE!
Bruce's rantings!
A few things really stood out for me on Tuesday night.
- Lorrie’s comment “It was the Super Bowl, and I didn’t want to deprive myself”. How frieking cool was it to hear her then say “but I really don’t know why I would consider it (eating right) depriving myself in the first place”. That really epitomizes what the PC is all about. So what if it is the Super Bowl? That is the old mindset. Eat…enjoy yourself, just remember there is a greater Prize. Feeling good the next day is important, too. Good stuff Lorrie. Thanks!
- Our discussion about your “Prize” not being powerful enough. I think identifying this is so important. If dealing with and reacting to the issues of the day trump doing what it takes to attain your Prize, your Prize is not powerful enough. However, there is another part to this equation; you might be happy doing what you are doing on a daily basis, which is fine! If so, that is a darn good place to be! It is important for me to comment (and I did on Tuesday) that this is not consistent with our PC philosophy. I am not one who subscribes to the “timing” being wrong due to outside influences. No matter what happens, we always have choices. We are never victims of external influences…never! We often do things we might prefer not to, but there is a reason. You might not want to change a diaper, but you do it. Are you doing it for the child? Are you doing it for the child’s parent? No, you are choosing to do it for yourself. You love the child or love the parent. You are treating them the way you would want to be treated. Again, it is a choice you make for yourself. You are not boxed in. Anyone disagree?
- Lorrie’s comment “It was the Super Bowl, and I didn’t want to deprive myself”. How frieking cool was it to hear her then say “but I really don’t know why I would consider it (eating right) depriving myself in the first place”. That really epitomizes what the PC is all about. So what if it is the Super Bowl? That is the old mindset. Eat…enjoy yourself, just remember there is a greater Prize. Feeling good the next day is important, too. Good stuff Lorrie. Thanks!
- Our discussion about your “Prize” not being powerful enough. I think identifying this is so important. If dealing with and reacting to the issues of the day trump doing what it takes to attain your Prize, your Prize is not powerful enough. However, there is another part to this equation; you might be happy doing what you are doing on a daily basis, which is fine! If so, that is a darn good place to be! It is important for me to comment (and I did on Tuesday) that this is not consistent with our PC philosophy. I am not one who subscribes to the “timing” being wrong due to outside influences. No matter what happens, we always have choices. We are never victims of external influences…never! We often do things we might prefer not to, but there is a reason. You might not want to change a diaper, but you do it. Are you doing it for the child? Are you doing it for the child’s parent? No, you are choosing to do it for yourself. You love the child or love the parent. You are treating them the way you would want to be treated. Again, it is a choice you make for yourself. You are not boxed in. Anyone disagree?
Bruce's Prize
Prize:
To acquire the self-confidence that comes with being fit. To be able to wear whatever type of shirt I want and not feel self-conscious in it. I also Prize the self esteem I gain from not being un-disciplined and eating everything in sight whether I am hungry or not.
7 day commitment:
1. Use my Prize Club wristband to help me remember what is important (my Prize) and what I have committed to before I eat.
2. HAVE A HARD AND FAST, WELL DEFINED ENDING TO MY MEALS. No picking from kids or anywhere else.
3. Be grateful and truly thankful for the food I have. I must take a moment to do so.
4. One sweet per week at most.
Please help hold me accountable everyone. Checking and asking if I am following these commitments to the letter would be very helpful.
To acquire the self-confidence that comes with being fit. To be able to wear whatever type of shirt I want and not feel self-conscious in it. I also Prize the self esteem I gain from not being un-disciplined and eating everything in sight whether I am hungry or not.
7 day commitment:
1. Use my Prize Club wristband to help me remember what is important (my Prize) and what I have committed to before I eat.
2. HAVE A HARD AND FAST, WELL DEFINED ENDING TO MY MEALS. No picking from kids or anywhere else.
3. Be grateful and truly thankful for the food I have. I must take a moment to do so.
4. One sweet per week at most.
Please help hold me accountable everyone. Checking and asking if I am following these commitments to the letter would be very helpful.
Welcome to "The Prize Club"
Hi everyone!
It has been a bit of an effort (thanks Lorrie!), but we finally have the beginnings of our interactive online community. Our objective is to educate, support and inspire all Prize Club participants.
Going forward, we will use this site as our primary means of communication. Instead of e mailing Kym and I your communications, you will be doing it here. This doesn't mean you can't email us (or any other member) any time you like. You certainly may. We just want to be certain to share the power of these communications with the whole group all the time. It is incredibly inspiring and will give everyone an opportunity to both get and give support.
This will only work if we all make an effort. My hope is that we all see value and take the time not just for ourselves, but for the rest of the group.
It has been a bit of an effort (thanks Lorrie!), but we finally have the beginnings of our interactive online community. Our objective is to educate, support and inspire all Prize Club participants.
Going forward, we will use this site as our primary means of communication. Instead of e mailing Kym and I your communications, you will be doing it here. This doesn't mean you can't email us (or any other member) any time you like. You certainly may. We just want to be certain to share the power of these communications with the whole group all the time. It is incredibly inspiring and will give everyone an opportunity to both get and give support.
This will only work if we all make an effort. My hope is that we all see value and take the time not just for ourselves, but for the rest of the group.
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