Some of us are as uncomfortable receiving compliments as we are receiving criticisms. Some of us find it even more difficult to accept compliments than criticism. We find ourselves discounting the compliment in some way. To avoid appearing conceited or self-centered, we might think we should discredit the compliment.
In reality, discounting a compliment is an insult not only to ourselves but also to the person giving it. Do any of these sound familiar?
Oh, it was really nothing.
It wasn’t that good. I messed up in several places.
This thing? It’s so old.
If you knew the truth, you wouldn’t think it was so great.
Well, thanks but _________ (you fill in the blank!)
Each of these comments is a subtle way of telling the person that they don’t know what they are talking about and are wrong.
When we have low self-esteem or a negative self-image and we hear a message that contradicts that image, the message is difficult to accept so we reject it. The person that gives the compliment can feel shut down.
An effective strategy for accepting compliments is to remember that we are loveable and worthy. Accepting a complimnt acknowledges both ourselves and the person giving it. A simple way to accept a compliement is to say,” Thank you. I appreciate that.”
A compliment is a gift from the person saying it and to ourselves. Give yourself the gift if a compliment. You deserve it.
Believe In Yourself,
Cathy
This awareness gives us a powerful way to change our behavior and develop new habits. We can look for the payoffs in destructive behavior. Next, we can then look for other ways to get the same or similar payoffs with fewer costs to our health and self-esteem. Instead of grazing on high-calorie, void nutritional donuts to take us out of a anxious state, we can take a brisk walk to get out of the environment, do some calming, relaxation exercises, take a soothing bath, or even call a friend. Any of these actions can alter our mood and calm emotions without weighing us down with sugary, fat-laden empty calories. 
It’s time for a celebration….Yours! I believe it is important to acknowledge the personal growth we have accomplished and celebrate that growth. From our work together as coach/client, losing weight, and making changes in your life, you deserve to take a minute to give yourself some recognition. Many times we focus on what more we need to do but don’t give ourself credit for what we’ve done.
One of the secrets to losing weight and keeping it off is to discover what works for you. What’s why organized diet programs and diet plans don’t work. They don’t allow for you to personalize it to you. Discover what works for you and you’ll be on the road to weight loss success. How exciting to be able to create a plan just for you.
What is your definition of fitness? What does being fit mean to you? To some people, it means following a regular exercise routine. To others, it may mean being toned or muscular. And to others, it can mean the ability to excel in challenges in your life whether they are physical, emotional, and mental. When you are fit, you have:
Recently, I woke up early in the morning because I couldn’t sleep. You know, one of those nights where you solve the world’s problems and everything else too. I was channel surfing for something to watch other than infomercials. The main ones were how to lose weight easily and overnight (LOL!!) and how to get rich without working and overnight. In the matter of an hour and with my credit card, I could have purchased items that would allow me to lose as much weight as I wanted in 30 days and be rich within the same 30 days. Both would be effortless by buying their products. Yeah, right…..NOT! 
Pay attention to how you eat. The way you eat can be just as important as what you eat. Eating is a full-body experience. To get the full benefit of a meal, pay attention to what you’re eating, eat slowly, savor the taste and aroma of every bite. Resist the temptation to read or watch t.v. during meals. You can become so distracted that you don’t even experience the food you’re eating. Pay attention into the act of nourishing your body. Besides increasing the pleasure you gain from food, this strategy can help you eat less. 
Learning to feel good about who we are is a journey that takes a commitment to personal growth, time, patience, self-awareness, and an ability to accept ourselves just as we are. As difficult as that may be, the rewards of self-confidence, self-esteem, improved relationships, a more positive self-image and a sense that all is right within ourselves makes it a goal worth striving for. It is a journey to yourself.
8. Exercise is the perfect way to get calm and stay calm. As a result, active people are less depressed, enjoy higher self-esteem, and an overall feeling of confidence and well-being.
