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Personal Reflection Exercises...I am healthy and deserve the benefits of

a healthy lifestyle.

I am healthy and deserve the benefitsof a healthy lifestyle.

My body is a valuable temple for my souland so I treat it with the utmost respect. Taking care of my body has allowedme to enjoy my life to the fullest.

To keep myself hydrated, I drink plenty ofwater during the day. I eat a balanced dietrich in fruits and vegetables. To preventtoxins from entering my system, I prefer toeat organic foods. My diet is madecomplete by the rich vitamins and mineralsthat I take.

I control my urges, doing all things inmoderation. I stay away from harmfuldrugs. Addictions are powerless againstme. I take charge of my health because Iwant to have a long life to share with myloved ones.

My life reflects my hard work. I enjoy myactive lifestyle, free from aches and pains,because I take care of my body. I am ableto play with my children without worryingabout my health. I can exercise withoutgetting out of breath because my heart ishealthy.

Generational diseases in my family areminimized because I have taken theinitiative to guard my body. When itcomes to caring for my health I am on theoffensive. I do not wait until somethinghappens before I actively defend myhealth.

As a result of my lifestyle choices, Ihave the freedom to do more. Ideserve the benefits of a healthy lifestylebecause I work hard to maintain supremehealth.

Exercise releases endorphins into my brainthat act as antidepressants, making me feelhappier. And so, I am constantly in a goodmood. Being healthy allows me to enjoyfulfilling relationships and produce qualitywork. I am a better person because I takecare of my body.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. How do I take care of my body?2. What are some lifestyle changes that

I can make in order to be healthier?3. What is my motivation for being

healthy?

Personal Reflection Exercises...I enjoy breathing effortlessly and deeply.

I enjoy breathing effortlessly anddeeply.

Breathing is my way of dispersing serenitythrough my body. In order to relax, I takeslow, deep breaths. I inhale gradually,allowing my lungs to be filled with air.When I exhale, I take my time controllingmy breath so it exits my body at a steadypace. I pause and listen to the air flowing in andout of my body. I avoid short, shallowbreaths that end in my chest. Instead,when I breathe, I make sure to breathedeeply.

In the morning, when I go outdoors, Ibreathe in the freshness of the morningdew. Cleansing my body with freshair helps me start my day off right. Ienjoy breathing air free from pollutants.

My life is free from the effects of smoking.I do not smoke and I stay away fromsmoky places in order to protect my lungs.As a result, I breathe with ease.

On days when my schedule keeps megoing at a fast pace, breathing helps me tobe more productive and energized. Sending oxygen to my brainmaximizes my brainpower.

Concentrating on every breath, I envisiona powerful cleansing force circulatingthrough my body. I breathe in powerand blow out stress. When I amfrazzled, I take a breathing break to clearmy mind, re-focus, and free my body fromstress.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. What exercises can I do to increasethe depth of my breaths?

2. What life changes can I make tostrengthen my respiratory system?

3. Do I consciously avoid pollutants?

Personal Reflection Exercises...I free myself from dependency on cigarettes.

I free myself from dependency oncigarettes.

I can let go of my desire for cigarettes. Mylife plan leaves cigarettes out of the picturebecause I know I am stronger than mycurrent need for them.

I realize that I pull out a cigarette to helpme cope with stressful situations. Inuncomfortable situations, smoking is anaccessory to help ease my tension, yet Iam certain that my body can do without acigarette to cope with stress.

There are dozens of other forms of stressrelief that, unlike cigarettes, are healthyand productive.

Not only does smoking put my health atrisk, but it also makes it increasinglydifficult to perform everyday activities,such as running, jogging, and walking upa flight of stairs. I am beginning to feel thehealth effects now, and I know theybecome progressively worse with age.

Furthermore, I am also putting myfamily at risk for secondhand smoke.I realize that I would feel terrible if mychildren or spouse developed medicalcomplications due to my smoking habit.

Undoubtedly, smoking causes my healthto take a hit. But, it also affects my wallet.Life and health insurance costs more forsmokers. And the cost of a pack ofcigarettes is on the rise. Surely, I can putthat money to better use.

Today, I choose to break away from mydependency on cigarettes once and for all. I love life too much to risk it all for anunhealthy habit I can do without.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. Do I smoke to help me cope withuncomfortable situations?

2. When did I begin to smoke and why?3. What am I going to do, today, to kick

the habit?

Personal Reflection Exercises...My body and mind are vibrant, healthy,

and whole.

My body and mind are vibrant,healthy, and whole.

I am a beautiful, healthy, vibrant person,both inside and out. I see the value inmyself as a human being. I see the innerand outer beauty that I possess. I am aunique and precious creation to betreasured.

Physically, I am strong and healthy. Iknow that I am beautiful and there is noone else like me. It is wonderful to besuch a unique creation!

Mentally, I have everything I need tosucceed. I am smart, friendly, alert, andreceptive. I use my intelligence well tohelp myself and others move forward withtheir goals and dreams.

I know I can continue to improve. I amhappy and healthy now, but each daymakes me better. Every day I enjoy a morevibrant, healthier mind and body. I feelwhole, centered, and at peace. I know Iam on the right path for my life.

Everything I do helps me to be healthier.My habits of eating nutritious food andengaging in vigorous activities, as well astaking time for reflection and meditation,all bring me greater health and harmony.

My mind and body radiate happiness andjoy. I feel at peace and know I cansucceed at my dreams. I have the strengthto make them real.

Today, I accept and appreciate thestrength and beauty of my body and mind.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. How can I learn to better appreciateall that my body and mind has tooffer?

2. How should I begin taking bettercare of myself, mentally andphysically?

3. What can I do to pay closer attentionto the importance of how I'm feeling?