Thursday 29 October 2015

42 Day Challenge: Day 12/42

Day 12/42
Physical body:
4km walk

Education:
ebook on Facebook marketing

Meditation:
15 mins of meditation tonight in bed. 

I made my daily acknowledgement.

I listed my gratitude. 

Breakfast:
Egg white gluten free porridge with quinoa puffs, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, bee pollen, chia seeds, linseed. 


I buy my nuts and seeds online at www.healthysupplies.co.uk

Lunch;
Chicken salad

Dinner:
Chicken stir fry

Ive outlined my action steps for tomorrow  to complete between my clients. 

If you wish to start your own 42 day challenge, and want to know how to start, 
click here:
http://mediskinire.blogspot.ie/2015/10/be-your-own-hero.html

Wednesday 28 October 2015

42 Day Challenge: Day 11/42

Day 11/42
Physical body:
7km run, 3km walk



Education:
I completed 2 applications I had started and I am delighted to tick them off my to do list. 

Meditation:
10 mins of meditation today after my exercise. 

I made my daily acknowledgement to one of my clients for her lovely review following her treatments.

I listed my gratitude. 

Breakfast:
Poached eggs

Lunch;
Chicken Soup 

Dinner:

 
Roast chicken and roasted veg in broth. 

Ive outlined my action steps for tomorrow  to complete between my clients. 

If you wish to start your own 42 day challenge, and want to know how to start, 
click here:
http://mediskinire.blogspot.ie/2015/10/be-your-own-hero.html

Tuesday 27 October 2015

42 Day Challenge: Day 10/42

Day 10/42
Physical body:
Walk 8km

Education:
I listened to my audio book on abcs of success. 

Meditation:
10 mins of meditation today in bed. 

I made my daily acknowledgement. 

I listed my gratitude. 

Ive outlined my action steps for tomorrow  and have four things I am hoping to get done in between my clients. 

If you wish to start your own 42 day challenge, and want to know how to start, 
click here:
http://mediskinire.blogspot.ie/2015/10/be-your-own-hero.html

Monday 26 October 2015

42 Day Challenge: Day 9/42

Day 9/42
Physical body:
No exercise as my shoulder was very inflamed. 

Education:
I listened to pat Divilly webinar.

Meditation:
30 mins of meditation today

I made my daily acknowledgement. 

I listed my gratitude. 

Ive outlined my action steps for tomorrow  and have five things I am hoping to get done tomorrow. 

If you wish to start your own 42 day challenge, and want to know how to start, 
click here:
http://mediskinire.blogspot.ie/2015/10/be-your-own-hero.html

42 Day Challenge; Day 8/42

Day 8/42
Physical body:
This morning I did 30 minutes of hiit.


Education:
I finished reading an e book on how to utilise Twitter better to grow your business 


Meditation:
5 mins meditation before I got out of bed today

Breakfast:
poached eggs, bacon and beans ;) sneaky Sunday treat. 

My village were in a county final today and we won so there were lots of celebrations and a few drinks!


I made my daily acknowledgment.  

I listed my gratitude.

Ive outlined my action steps for tomorrow and I know it's going to be a day of relaxation as I have a busy week ahead. 

If you wish to start your own 42 day challenge, and want to know how to start, 
click here:
http://mediskinire.blogspot.ie/2015/10/be-your-own-hero.html

Sunday 25 October 2015

42 Day Challenge; Day 7/42

Day 7/42
Physical body:


This morning I was looking forward to my walk, up at 6.45am and we did 7km. I really enjoy getting my exercise done first thing in the morning. I feel it sets me up for the day. 



Education:
I read an e book on how to utilise Twitter better to grow your business 

Meditation:
No meditation today

Breakfast:
My boyfriend made me poached eggs, they were yum!!

Lunch:
Leek and Ham quiche with salad from The Pantry in Nenagh. 

Dinner:
Chicken salad.

Today was my friend Eddies months mind mass and it was quite an emotional day for me.
made my daily acknowledgement my tweeting the Irish cancer society and thanking them for all the great work they do. 

I listed my gratitude and couldn't be more thankful to be healthy and happy in my life. 

Ive outlined my action steps for tomorrow and as it is Sunday they are simple personal action steps I will enjoy completing. 

If you wish to start your own 42 day challenge, and want to know how to start, 
click here:
http://mediskinire.blogspot.ie/2015/10/be-your-own-hero.html

Friday 23 October 2015

42 Day Challenge: Day 6/42

Day 6/42
This morning I decided my body needed a rest. I was in bed late last night after the blog awards and I knew I had a very busy day in work!

Physical body:
 No specific exercise today!! But I will make up for it tomorrow. 

Education:
I spent 1hour reading my book; Chicken soup for the soul. 

Meditation:
10 mins meditation to Tibetan healing sounds before bed. 

Breakfast:
Had to run an errand before work so breakfast was on the go, 2 sausages from the deli counter in Dunnes!!!
Cup of tea

I felt quite guilty having this knowing that I hadn't exercised but I am putting it down to poor planning and I know tomorrow I will be back on track. 

Snack:
2 hobnob biscuits 🙈
Lunch:
Leek and Ham quiche with salad from The Pantry in Nenagh. 

Dinner:
2 poached eggs on homemade gluten free toast. 
Cup of green tea. 


I made my daily acknowledgement in the form of a Facebook post thanking my clients and Leanne. 

I listed my gratitude for the day.

Ive outlined my action steps for tomorrow and am looking forward to completing them. 

All in all I feel it was a poor day in terms of productivity towards my goals but work was busy and I really felt exhausted after last night. 
I know it was just a blimp and that tomorrow I will be back on track.
The important thing is just to insure I don't let it happen again. 

If you wish to start your own 42 day challenge, and want to know how to start, 
click here:
http://mediskinire.blogspot.ie/2015/10/be-your-own-hero.html

Thursday 22 October 2015

42 Day Challenge: Day 5/42

Day 5/42
Woke up excited today as MEDISKIN was up for Best Health and Wellbeing Blog at this years Blog Awards Ireland. 



Physical body:
 This morning I got up at 6.45am and I did 2 rounds of 8 body weight exercises for my legs. 30mins in total. 


Education:
I spent 1hour reading notes and educating myself on a business course I hope to attend next month.

Meditation:
10 mins meditation to Tibetan healing sounds this am after my weights session. 

Breakfast:
Egg white gluten free oats made with water, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, linseed, sesame seeds, bee pollen, raisins and quinoa puffs. 
Cup of green tea


Snack:
A chocolate hobnob....!


Lunch:
A fab chicken salad at The Pantry, Nenagh. 

Dinner:


Dinner was at the blog awards and it was street style cooking; barbecued chicken and lamb with garden leaves and gluten free naan bread. 

Followed by a glass of prosecco. 


(I don't smoke, fake cigarette holder in hand for fancy dress)

I made my daily acknowledgement, so so grateful to have been a finalist in tonight's awards!



I listed my gratitude for the day.

Ive outlined my action steps for tomorrow and was delighted with the progress I made today.

If you wish to start your own 42 day challenge, and want to know how to start, 
click here:
http://mediskinire.blogspot.ie/2015/10/be-your-own-hero.html

Wednesday 21 October 2015

42 Day Challenge: Day 4/42

Day 4/42
Felt pretty exhausted this am when my alarm went off even though I had a good 7.5 hours sleep last night.

Physical body:
 I had planned a 30min Ashtanga yoga session and a 4km walk for today's physical body exercise. 


My favourite yoga practitioner to follow online is; http://youtu.be/OAg0oNHVjXQ


Education:
I spent 1hour reading up on new business opportunities I am hoping to develop for MEDISKIN. 

Meditation:
10 mins meditation to Tibetan healing sounds this am after my yoga. 

Breakfast:
Egg white gluten free oats made with water, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, linseed, sesame seeds, bee pollen, cocao nibs and quinoa puffs. 
Cup of green tea


Snack:
Feeling very hungry today so I filled the void with a decaf soya cappuccino.


Lunch:
Another yummy cup of County Choice's AMAZING soup.


Dinner:
Leftover Chicken from last nights roast with fresh stir fried 'chilli' vegetables served with some buckwheat ;)
This was to die for!
Cup of green tea. 


I made my daily acknowledgement, and got a really heartwarming text back from the person I acknowledged. It made my day. 
I listed my gratitude for the day and realised things are pretty positive in my life at the moment. 
Ive outlined my action steps for tomorrow and had a clear vision of how I am going to complete them. 

Again I only got to complete two of my three action steps for the day as I was booked with clients but I know I can make up for it tomorrow so no harm done. 

If you wish to start your own 42 day challenge, and want to know how to start, 
click here:
http://mediskinire.blogspot.ie/2015/10/be-your-own-hero.html

Tuesday 20 October 2015

42 Day Challenge: Day 3/42

Day 3/42
Roped my boyfriend into joining me today. Plenty of sleep got and had prepared overnight oats so had a yummy breakfast to look forward to after our workout. 


I find this a good thing to do.
If you have something to look forward to when you set your alarm early you are more likely to get up. 

Physical Body:
5.5km power walk and 3km run with my boyfriend . 



Education:
I read 4 chapters of Chicken soup for the soul and researched online for 1hour for work. 

Meditation:
15 mins listening to Tibetan healing sounds this am after my exercise. 

Breakfast:
Egg white gluten free oats made with water, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, linseed, sesame seeds, bee pollen and quinoa puffs. 
Cup of green tea


Snack:
A red apple

Lunch:
A cup of County Choice's AMAZING soup.


Dinner:
Roast Chicken, quinoa with fresh mixed peppers, red onion, pumpkin seeds, chickpeas and chilli flakes. 
Cup of green tea. 


I made my daily acknowledgement and listed my gratitude and action steps for the following day.

I only completed two of my three action steps for the day as I was busy but progress is progress so every step counts.

If you wish to start your own 42 day challenge, and want to know how to start, 
click here:
http://mediskinire.blogspot.ie/2015/10/be-your-own-hero.html

Monday 19 October 2015

42 Day Challenge: Day 2/42

Day 2/42
Genuinely excited about my second day. Had 7.5 hours sleep so ready to start the day. 

Physical Body:
6.9km power walk with my sister. 



Education:
I listened to Napoleon Hills audio book 'Think and grow Rich' for 1hour while driving. 

Meditation:
15 mins listening to Tibetan healing sounds this am after my walk. 

Breakfast:
Egg white gluten free oats made with water, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, linseed and sunflower seeds. 
Cup of green tea


Snack:
A sneaky scone at a meeting this am!!!



Lunch:
Homemade vegetable soup.



Dinner:
Roast Chicken, quinoa with fresh mixed peppers, red onion, pumpkin seeds and chilli flakes. 
Cup of green tea. 


I made my daily acknowledgement and listed my gratitude and action steps for the day.

I completed my three action steps for the day also and am really happy with the progress I have made so far.

If you wish to start your own 42 day challenge, and want to know how to start, 
click here:
http://mediskinire.blogspot.ie/2015/10/be-your-own-hero.html

Sunday 18 October 2015

42 Day Challenge: Day 1/42

Woke up this morning really positive and excited about the first day of my new challenge. 


Physical Body:
8km power walk, 2km run.


Education:
I listened to Bob Proctors audio book 'The ABCs of Success' for 1hour while exercising. 

Meditation:
15 mins listening to Tibetan healing sounds. 

Breakfast:
Egg white gluten free oats made with water, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, bee pollen, coaco nibs and today I also added some quinoa puffs. 
Cup of green tea


Lunch:
2 poached eggs with homemade gluten free bread.



Dinner:
Boiled bacon, green cabbage, carrots and homemade gluten free parsley sauce.
Cup of green tea. 


I made my daily acknowledgement and listed my gratitude and action steps for the day.

And most importantly I completed my three action steps for the day.

If you wish to start your own 42 day challenge, and want to know how to start, 
click here:
http://mediskinire.blogspot.ie/2015/10/be-your-own-hero.html

Be Your Own Hero

Yesterday I attended a Mindset workshop ran by Pat Divilly in The G Hotel in Galway. 
I came across the course online while scrolling through my Facebook news feed. The words that caught my eye were;
BE YOUR OWN HERO.


I have lots of people I look up to, in both my personal life and my professional life. The idea of acknowledging my own success and allowing it to inspire me to continue to grow and achieve the goals I have set for myself, seemed a little big headed at first. But then I thought about it a little more. I am very competitive with myself and if I decide to do something I am not happy unless I give it 110%. 
I liked the sound of finally being my OWN hero. 

I think a small part of our Irish culture has embedded some negative thoughts into our minds about success and allowing yourself to think big and put yourself out there.
You will always have people who will question what you do, sometimes to help you see things more clearly, other times more negativity to put doubt in your mind that you are making the right decision. 

I have a close network of friends and family who have supported me and guided me to where I am today. 

Surround yourself with positive people and distance yourself from anyone who tries to put you down. 


I have committed myself to a 42 day (6 week) challenge to help myself achieve 10 goals I want to reach before 2016.

My ten goals are broken down into five categories;
2x Health goals
2x Relationship goals
2x Career goals
2x Adventure goals/ Bucket list goals
2x Contributory/ Charitable goals  

Everyone's goals will be different;
It could be to quit smoking, to run a 5km, to loose 2 stone, to get a promotion in work, to set up your own business, or simply to get your life more organised and utilise your time better. 

I used to be so organised with my time and strict about exercise and diet but last month things were very busy and I let them get the better of me and I lost my routine. 

There are 6 daily steps I need to complete to help me achieve my goals or at least get me closer to achieving them. 

To make myself accountable and to keep myself motivated I am going to post daily on the blog. I strongly urge anyone struggling to reach certain goals to give this a go. 

This is the template I will be following;


Each night going to bed I am going to set my alarm early enough to allow me to start my day without panic and with enough time to complete my morning tasks. 

Every morning I am going to complete 45 mins of exercise; walking, running, hiit, yoga, swimming, cycling etc. 

This is a great yoga video for beginners;

I am going to follow my exercise with 10/15 mins of meditation. Meditation is different for everyone, it can be as simple as taking time to take a few slow deep breaths, lying still and allowing your mind to relax. 
While I exercise and while either walking to work or driving to work I am going to educate and encourage myself by listening to some of my favourite audio books about success, motivation, focus and determination. If I don't use this time to educate I will allow another hour in my day to read up on work related information; training manuals, new forms of treatment, expert advice, and retraining myself with new information on ingredients in my products. 

The next step is acknowledgment. Each day I will acknowledge one person who has helped me, inspired me, contributed to my success or who has just been there for me when I needed them. A simple unexpected text of acknowledgment could make someone's else's day, why not do it.

The next step is gratitude. I do think it's all to easy to forget the great things we have in our lives and focus solely on the bad. Each morning start your day by being grateful for three things you have in your life. 

The final step is your actions;
What 3 things can I do today to help me get closer to achieving my ten goals?
List them and complete them. 



I would love to help anyone struggling with this, if you just need guidance or if you want me to be your accountability, send me your ten goals and I will be your go to point after the 6 weeks.

Please feel free to email me geraldinebyrne10@gmail.com.