I realized today that I have stopped keeping a food diary, I stopped writing in my blog, I stopped living and am now filling every waking hour with work & food... the reason - I am sad.
I have been sad ever since my 50th birthday last December - when my boyfriend proposed to me only he didn't want anyone to know (he is trying to protect the feelings of his kids). I knew I couldn't go through life being secretly engaged - for me engagement is the public proclamation of a couples love for each other. It really hurt my feelings that he feels badly about the idea of getting engaged. This was suppose to be a happy day in both our lives but with the dark cloud and shame he feels about his failed previous marriage - it turned into a very sad day. The engagement was put indefinitely on hold - and it is now 11 months later and no steps have been made towards moving forward in our relationship.
So I am filling every waking hour with work and food and I am overwhelmed every day because I can't delegate some of this work and I don't know how to move beyond the emotional pain. I need to let go of this dream and move on with my life but this emotional wound runs very deep.
I don't blame him - he isn't trying to hurt me and he does love me. The issue is a conflict with my moral/religious beliefs and some old self esteem issues around not being good enough. These are MY issues and I take full responsibility for them. I can wallow in self pity or I can let go and move on - I have just been struggling with the moving on.
I realize that the death of a dream requires time for mourning and healing - just as the death of anything else of major importance in someones life. And I have truly been grieving.
But at some point you have to move beyond the grief. To move beyond the pain and start taking active steps towards a better future. Today I take that ONE step forward knowing that I may slip and fall in the future but those slips will become farther and fewer with each positive step I take today.
I want my life to change - it is 100% up to me how successful in life I will be. Success in life isn't measured by the money in the bank - but by the contentment I feel at the end of each day knowing I have done my best, loved as deeply as I could, learned something new, remained true to my core beliefs, and lived as honorably as I could. Just knowing I did that each day is enough to set my heart to rest at night with that sigh of contentment.
Life isn't easy - it would have no value if it was easy - it is the things we struggle with that build character and create the strong self confident adult we become.
Today I am grateful for being self aware enough to recognize my triggers so I can begin changing the learned negative behavior patterns. I don't have to react the way I do - just being self aware gives me the choice to choose a different response and thus a new outcome.
Today I am grateful for this blog - I am a very private person and it is very difficult for me to share this. I don't want people to know about my personal life - but perhaps this too is part of being true to myself. To be an open book. A real person with feelings and struggles just like the rest of the people in the world.
Today I am grateful for this new day - this new opportunity to choose a different response to the struggles I am facing.
Today I commit to take action:
Dickens Carolers - Today I will make the phone calls necessary to make sure I have singers for our upcoming performances since I cannot delegate this responsibility this year. (1 hour)
Francis Plumbing - Today I will correct the links on the website that have been bothering me (1 hour)
Your Plumbing Success - Today I will edit the new auto responder with the updated (2 hours)
Home - I will get 1 load of laundry done and the house vacuumed (30 minutes)
Family - I will cook a healthy low calorie dinner that will benefit my entire family (1 hour) & spend time after dinner playing a new board game to give us some fun time together (1 hour)
Exercise - I will walk the dog for 1 hour (benefits me & the dog).
ME - I will allow myself 1 hour for just me - to do my nails and read a bit from an amazing book I will tell you more about tomorrow.
The rest of the day will happen as it will... but I will rest tonight knowing I have given what I could, learned what I could, and accomplished what I could without guilt.
Today is a new day... time to walk the dog
Kay Kinder
Entrepreneur, Mom, Teacher, Student, Woman & so much more...
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Day 81 Poor pitiful me
It seems we all have excuses why we don't do the things we need to do to succeed. I'm also guilty of this. For the last 5 months I have been dealing with a frozen shoulder that has been causing not only immobility in my primary arm (left) but also extreme pain especially at night. This has pretty much eliminated my exercise which is my personal Achilles heal. I HAVE to exercise or I remain stuck where I am while I loose more and more mobility each day.
So this past weekend I decided that pain or no pain, I wasn't going to let my body continue deteriorating. When life throws limits in your way you can chose to hang on to them as excuses for failure or you can choose to overcome them as temporary hurdles.
For the last 3 days I have gone hiking each afternoon for a minimum of 45 minutes. Where I live in Canada is some of the most beautiful scenic trails although they can be quite challenging due to the rocky terrain. Although my shoulder still hurts like a bugger - my sore legs are now taking over in the uncomfortable ache areas. But the discomfort only reminds me that I am one step closer to my dreams - one step closer to better health - one step closer to better balance - one step closer to the fun me who loves the outdoors.
I choose to step outside my comfort zone, I choose to embrace the discomfort that reminds me I am still alive. I choose to live.
No more poor pitiful me - there is nothing to pity here - only a woman who after 81 days of being stuck finally said - enough is enough. I'm off to go hiking once again this afternoon and the weather couldn't be more beautiful.
Each step I live
Kay Kinder
1,000 days to health and wealth
So this past weekend I decided that pain or no pain, I wasn't going to let my body continue deteriorating. When life throws limits in your way you can chose to hang on to them as excuses for failure or you can choose to overcome them as temporary hurdles.
For the last 3 days I have gone hiking each afternoon for a minimum of 45 minutes. Where I live in Canada is some of the most beautiful scenic trails although they can be quite challenging due to the rocky terrain. Although my shoulder still hurts like a bugger - my sore legs are now taking over in the uncomfortable ache areas. But the discomfort only reminds me that I am one step closer to my dreams - one step closer to better health - one step closer to better balance - one step closer to the fun me who loves the outdoors.
I choose to step outside my comfort zone, I choose to embrace the discomfort that reminds me I am still alive. I choose to live.
No more poor pitiful me - there is nothing to pity here - only a woman who after 81 days of being stuck finally said - enough is enough. I'm off to go hiking once again this afternoon and the weather couldn't be more beautiful.
Each step I live
Kay Kinder
1,000 days to health and wealth
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Day 61 plateau broken
I am now on day 61 of my 1,000 day journey to health and wealth. I have had endless health set backs but I refused to quit. Instead I kept getting up each day looking forward to the achievements I will make through simple personal choices made.
Today I finally broke my 253 plateau - I have been fluctuating between 253 and 254 for the last 3 weeks without being able to break below that. Due to health issues my exercise had to temporarily stop and this also stopped my weight loss.
I have not gained, but I have not lost either. I know from this experience that I can easily maintain without having to give up the things I love simply by keeping portions reasonable & adding vegetables to each meal. Simple small changes that keep me on the path to health without the drastic yo yo weight loss that is actually harmful.
Today I am at 252 - down 8 pounds from my starting point 61 days ago. I also have my new business website up and running and it is already receiving inquiries and traffic although I am not promoting it yet. At this stage I am now creating training materials for my future customers and well on my way towards my financial goals for having the resources for helping others.
So all things considered - today is a great day as I am 1 pound closer to my goal.
Today I am grateful that my daughter is now on the mend and back to school today
Today I am grateful for my partner who encourages me
Today I am grateful for being alive and having one more day to love my family, laugh with friends, achieve personal goals while dreaming of a better tomorrow.
Kay Kinder
1,000 days the health and wealth
Today I finally broke my 253 plateau - I have been fluctuating between 253 and 254 for the last 3 weeks without being able to break below that. Due to health issues my exercise had to temporarily stop and this also stopped my weight loss.
I have not gained, but I have not lost either. I know from this experience that I can easily maintain without having to give up the things I love simply by keeping portions reasonable & adding vegetables to each meal. Simple small changes that keep me on the path to health without the drastic yo yo weight loss that is actually harmful.
Today I am at 252 - down 8 pounds from my starting point 61 days ago. I also have my new business website up and running and it is already receiving inquiries and traffic although I am not promoting it yet. At this stage I am now creating training materials for my future customers and well on my way towards my financial goals for having the resources for helping others.
So all things considered - today is a great day as I am 1 pound closer to my goal.
Today I am grateful that my daughter is now on the mend and back to school today
Today I am grateful for my partner who encourages me
Today I am grateful for being alive and having one more day to love my family, laugh with friends, achieve personal goals while dreaming of a better tomorrow.
Kay Kinder
1,000 days the health and wealth
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Day 54 Sept. 9, 2010 tracking & healing
Today is day 54 of my 1,000 day journey to health and wealth.
As reported yesterday I finally found an app that works for me for not only tracking my food intake each day but it also tracks my activities (including things like typing, laundry, driving, and all the other activities that I do most days). It has been interesting learning what small changes have in my overall results for that day.
My health however is anything but good right now due to the extreme pain associated with this frozen shoulder. Sleeping is nearly impossible as the pain seems to be much worse if I lay down. This is leaving me emotionally raw and exhausted and it seems my major cleaning job on the weekend has really taken a toll on my shoulders. My left arm is all but useless and my right arm aches from over use to compensate for my left. In addition my back seems to be affected by this tightened shoulder muscle too as everything is trying to compensate for the pain and reduced mobility. It is certainly taking it's toll on my spirits.
Today I am working on creating a proposal for selling one of our businesses. It is legal document so it is incredible tedious but it has to be completed before tomorrow as I am meeting with a potential buyer. With the sale of this business it will free up even more of my time (and my partners time) to focus on our new business venture full time.
It is certainly a step in the direction that we want to take (my partner and I) but it seems to be happening so fast that I'm not sure if I am ready for it yet. My issue is my new business venture hasn't reached marketable product stage - it's like leaping off a cliff before you have attached the harness for your hang-glider. My safety net isn't in place yet leaving me feeling insecure about the future.
I know this too is a step that must be completed before I can achieve my financial goals - I'm just tired and thus emotionally wired today.
Today I am grateful for this new potential buyer who could change my plans drastically speeding me towards my future dreams.
Today I am grateful for my heating pad that makes it possible for me to type.
Today I am grateful for being able to work from home today as I am far too tired and sore to be out driving around the city.
Fall is coming and I am so looking forward to some serious outdoor time walking and enjoying the fall colors and scents of the season.
Kay Kinder
1,000 days to health and wealth
As reported yesterday I finally found an app that works for me for not only tracking my food intake each day but it also tracks my activities (including things like typing, laundry, driving, and all the other activities that I do most days). It has been interesting learning what small changes have in my overall results for that day.
My health however is anything but good right now due to the extreme pain associated with this frozen shoulder. Sleeping is nearly impossible as the pain seems to be much worse if I lay down. This is leaving me emotionally raw and exhausted and it seems my major cleaning job on the weekend has really taken a toll on my shoulders. My left arm is all but useless and my right arm aches from over use to compensate for my left. In addition my back seems to be affected by this tightened shoulder muscle too as everything is trying to compensate for the pain and reduced mobility. It is certainly taking it's toll on my spirits.
Today I am working on creating a proposal for selling one of our businesses. It is legal document so it is incredible tedious but it has to be completed before tomorrow as I am meeting with a potential buyer. With the sale of this business it will free up even more of my time (and my partners time) to focus on our new business venture full time.
It is certainly a step in the direction that we want to take (my partner and I) but it seems to be happening so fast that I'm not sure if I am ready for it yet. My issue is my new business venture hasn't reached marketable product stage - it's like leaping off a cliff before you have attached the harness for your hang-glider. My safety net isn't in place yet leaving me feeling insecure about the future.
I know this too is a step that must be completed before I can achieve my financial goals - I'm just tired and thus emotionally wired today.
Today I am grateful for this new potential buyer who could change my plans drastically speeding me towards my future dreams.
Today I am grateful for my heating pad that makes it possible for me to type.
Today I am grateful for being able to work from home today as I am far too tired and sore to be out driving around the city.
Fall is coming and I am so looking forward to some serious outdoor time walking and enjoying the fall colors and scents of the season.
Kay Kinder
1,000 days to health and wealth
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Day 53 Sept 8, 2010 Fall cleaning & new app
Today is day 53 of my 1,000 day journey and although it doesn't seem like I am getting anywhere - I am actually making good headway. Results however will take more time to start showing.
My home life was turned upside down this past weekend as I tore my house apart for some serious cleaning. The goal was two fold - to get my house as dust free as possible (my partner is allergic to dust) and to start going through old things to be thrown out making space available so I don't feel so cluttered.
One of the things that slows people down from being successful is clutter. Clutter is distracting, it makes it more difficult to find what you are looking for (which consumes valuable time), and it simply an eye sore. By eliminating clutter I have made my home more welcoming, I have a place for things now, and I am no longer distracted by the piles of unfinished projects that will never get done.
I made good use of my work cleaning system - reapplying it to home cleaning:
Do it (finish it)
Date it (to be done)
Delete it (throw it out)
Delegate it (give it to someone else)
Deliberate (things I am not ready to throw out, kept to one small box for review later)
If I really couldn't decide where to put it - then I threw it out (garbage or charity bag).
It is a slow process cleaning out 50 years of living - but the results have been very rewarding so far. I can breath easier (and so can Dave) and I am finding places for things. My goal is to finish this "life cleaning" of my main floor & second floor by the end of this weekend.
Of course this is only ONE step towards my success - but it is an important one as it will allow me to stay more focused on my goals.
The second success I had was finally finding an app for tracking my weight, food diary, and activities. After spending the last 4 days fussing with apps that did not work I finally found one that DOES WORK.
Live Strong (www.Livestrong.com is the website) has an app that tracks it all and is easy to use from my iphone.
I know tracking my meals, weight & activities is all part of the process and is a vital part of achieving my personal health goals. So with my new app and my cleaner surroundings I feel like I am ready now to take on the challenges facing me.
Every step I make counts - so I am stepping into my healthier life filled with abundance!
Today I am grateful for being able to work even with the limited mobility of my left arm. I was still able to tackle my clutter one armed!
Today I am grateful for my new app which allows me to track my progress with ease from my iphone.
Today I am grateful for this day - another chance to make a difference, another step towards being the best me that I can be, another step towards having more to share with others.
Today is a great day and I am truly blessed!
Kay Kinder
1000 days to health and wealth
My home life was turned upside down this past weekend as I tore my house apart for some serious cleaning. The goal was two fold - to get my house as dust free as possible (my partner is allergic to dust) and to start going through old things to be thrown out making space available so I don't feel so cluttered.
One of the things that slows people down from being successful is clutter. Clutter is distracting, it makes it more difficult to find what you are looking for (which consumes valuable time), and it simply an eye sore. By eliminating clutter I have made my home more welcoming, I have a place for things now, and I am no longer distracted by the piles of unfinished projects that will never get done.
I made good use of my work cleaning system - reapplying it to home cleaning:
Do it (finish it)
Date it (to be done)
Delete it (throw it out)
Delegate it (give it to someone else)
Deliberate (things I am not ready to throw out, kept to one small box for review later)
If I really couldn't decide where to put it - then I threw it out (garbage or charity bag).
It is a slow process cleaning out 50 years of living - but the results have been very rewarding so far. I can breath easier (and so can Dave) and I am finding places for things. My goal is to finish this "life cleaning" of my main floor & second floor by the end of this weekend.
Of course this is only ONE step towards my success - but it is an important one as it will allow me to stay more focused on my goals.
The second success I had was finally finding an app for tracking my weight, food diary, and activities. After spending the last 4 days fussing with apps that did not work I finally found one that DOES WORK.
Live Strong (www.Livestrong.com is the website) has an app that tracks it all and is easy to use from my iphone.
I know tracking my meals, weight & activities is all part of the process and is a vital part of achieving my personal health goals. So with my new app and my cleaner surroundings I feel like I am ready now to take on the challenges facing me.
Every step I make counts - so I am stepping into my healthier life filled with abundance!
Today I am grateful for being able to work even with the limited mobility of my left arm. I was still able to tackle my clutter one armed!
Today I am grateful for my new app which allows me to track my progress with ease from my iphone.
Today I am grateful for this day - another chance to make a difference, another step towards being the best me that I can be, another step towards having more to share with others.
Today is a great day and I am truly blessed!
Kay Kinder
1000 days to health and wealth
Friday, September 3, 2010
Day 49 - lesson learned the hard way
Yesterday I was reading something that reminded me of an important lesson that I seem to have forgotten. The dreaded food diary.
It is a fact that 75% of the people who lose weight and keep it off keep food diaries - the reason why this is such a successful tool is because it makes you consciously aware of everything you eat and in doing so it makes you accountable for everything you eat.
I have been so buried in work and building my millions that I forgot to incorporate this very important tool that can drastically change my chances of success and since I am committed to succeed this tool is not optional - it is a necessity.
So as of yesterday I started keeping a food diary.
Life isn't about making wealth - life is about living, sharing, staying healthy so that I can live longer and do more, the wealth is simply a tool to use to help others while allowing me to live a lifestyle with the freedom to choose what I want to do each day - instead of being forced to work in order to survive.
So once more I am reminded of my priorities - health leads to wealth - wealth without health leads to death... Health first.
On the plane they tell you to put your oxygen mask on FIRST then help whoever is with you second - There is a reason for this - you can't help them if you pass out or die because you put your health second.
Today I give myself permission to put my own health first so that I may serve others as a result of that health.
Hard reminders - but I also knew this wasn't going to be an easy journey. It is a change in learned behavior patterns, it is a change in beliefs (doing what I know is right instead of doing what I usually do which is put myself last on the list of importance).
Today I am grateful for the painful reminders that keep me accountable each day.
Today I am grateful for my health - that I am still able to do things even with this bad shoulder. No migraines today - nothing to slow me down!
Today I am grateful to God who watched over the people in Hatteras NC moving that hurricane so that it only brushed the small towns as a tropical storm - another reminder of how fragile life is and how grateful we must be for each day given to us.
Today I am alive and well and looking forward to the small steps that will lead me to my dreams while never forgetting that today is to be celebrated and enjoyed too.
Kay Kinder
1,000 days to health and wealth
It is a fact that 75% of the people who lose weight and keep it off keep food diaries - the reason why this is such a successful tool is because it makes you consciously aware of everything you eat and in doing so it makes you accountable for everything you eat.
I have been so buried in work and building my millions that I forgot to incorporate this very important tool that can drastically change my chances of success and since I am committed to succeed this tool is not optional - it is a necessity.
So as of yesterday I started keeping a food diary.
Life isn't about making wealth - life is about living, sharing, staying healthy so that I can live longer and do more, the wealth is simply a tool to use to help others while allowing me to live a lifestyle with the freedom to choose what I want to do each day - instead of being forced to work in order to survive.
So once more I am reminded of my priorities - health leads to wealth - wealth without health leads to death... Health first.
On the plane they tell you to put your oxygen mask on FIRST then help whoever is with you second - There is a reason for this - you can't help them if you pass out or die because you put your health second.
Today I give myself permission to put my own health first so that I may serve others as a result of that health.
Hard reminders - but I also knew this wasn't going to be an easy journey. It is a change in learned behavior patterns, it is a change in beliefs (doing what I know is right instead of doing what I usually do which is put myself last on the list of importance).
Today I am grateful for the painful reminders that keep me accountable each day.
Today I am grateful for my health - that I am still able to do things even with this bad shoulder. No migraines today - nothing to slow me down!
Today I am grateful to God who watched over the people in Hatteras NC moving that hurricane so that it only brushed the small towns as a tropical storm - another reminder of how fragile life is and how grateful we must be for each day given to us.
Today I am alive and well and looking forward to the small steps that will lead me to my dreams while never forgetting that today is to be celebrated and enjoyed too.
Kay Kinder
1,000 days to health and wealth
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Day 41 Aug 26 Falling behind but not defeated
Well the last two weeks have really be chaotic. My partner Dave decided to build an additional room in our office so I can have a private office and room to hire a new receptionist/dispatch person (part of our company growth plan & giving me room to work on our other projects at the same time). With this new office came a need for furniture and we couldn't find anything that would fit in the space available - so I made the decision to move my home office into my new work office... furniture, files and all.
It was a huge adjustment because it meant turning my home upside down - my home office WAS my open dining/living room... so now I have boxes everywhere with no place to put everything... so we bought a new bookcase for home, moved my old entertainment unit back upstairs from the basement, moved my office furniture to the office and I am now just beginning to go through boxes to reorganize which includes throwing out older stuff that is no longer useful and finding new homes for important things I will not be bringing to work.
At the same time my daughter has asked me to build her boyfriend a baroque style lace ruffle shirt and velvet & brocade coat for his birthday which unfortunately is very labor intensive. I use to own a historical costume business (with over 300 historical costumes in stock) and taught history of costumes at the local college over a decade ago but long since gave up sewing due to problems with my neck. So for the last two weeks between moving, boxing, still working full time and sewing added with the shoulder issues (torn rotator cuff & frozen shoulder) it has been a very rough time for me.
I was also scheduled to take an online course with a very dear friend, but I found trying to pay attention after 8pm near to impossible (I was exhausted and my arm was in really bad shape) - so I still have the recordings of the training and plan on listening to them next week when the worst of the dust settles.
Today's update - the shirt is done, the coat has about 6 hours left of labor (which I should be able to complete tonight if all goes well), the new office is done and my furniture is now functional at the office (even if there are still 6 more boxes to unpack), Dave built me some new book shelves and CD shelves and has started unpacking boxes in my dining room and although there are still 20+ boxes left to unpack at home - my new living room furniture will be arriving early next week and we can finally get the last of the old stuff out once and for all - so there IS light at the end of the tunnel.
So the good news:
weight 254 - (down 6 pounds from my original weight but a very long way to go to my goal)
bank account hasn't changed but the new business is now up and running and our first 3 potential customers have received our information package. I will be doing a follow up with them over the next week.
The post cards I ordered to promote the new business have arrived and I already have a list of 100 potential customers to do my first test market mailing campaign with. I will be doing 10 of these test markets over the next 8 weeks (1,000 in total), modifying the promotional material as needed to see an increase of leads to paying customers. Because this is a very specific niche market each of the 100 mail outs are already pre-qualified leads.
My target - 2 paid customers in the next 4 weeks - 4 more paid customers in the next 8 weeks, 4 more in 12 weeks. Total of 10 paid customers within 3 months.
My work target (beyond my daily job tasks) is to complete module 1 of the 4 month training program that I am selling (yes I am selling something that isn't completed) within the next 4 weeks (sooner if I get the paid customers as that will make module 1 a priority to completion).
To hire an additional staff for the new office space (to free up more of my time to work on the modules and promoting both businesses), to hire another technician (or 2) as I am now booked solid and need additional technicians to handle the work load. To listen to the training materials from Leap without Limits. And to get my home and office in order (meaning no more boxes).
It has been an insanely busy time - but I do have this weekend scheduled OFF to socialize with friends and enjoy some down time at the cottage. Even in the chaos there are still moments of joy, laughter, affection, and playfulness that make all of this worth while.
Today I am grateful for my partner Dave who is really pitching in to make my home less stressful for me
Today I am grateful for my job that allows me the freedom to accomplish so many tasks on the side.
Today I am grateful for my dog who loves me unconditionally even when I am too sore to pet her.
Once more I move forward with purpose - each step taken a conscious one in the direction I choose to go.
Kay Kinder
1000 days to health and wealth
It was a huge adjustment because it meant turning my home upside down - my home office WAS my open dining/living room... so now I have boxes everywhere with no place to put everything... so we bought a new bookcase for home, moved my old entertainment unit back upstairs from the basement, moved my office furniture to the office and I am now just beginning to go through boxes to reorganize which includes throwing out older stuff that is no longer useful and finding new homes for important things I will not be bringing to work.
At the same time my daughter has asked me to build her boyfriend a baroque style lace ruffle shirt and velvet & brocade coat for his birthday which unfortunately is very labor intensive. I use to own a historical costume business (with over 300 historical costumes in stock) and taught history of costumes at the local college over a decade ago but long since gave up sewing due to problems with my neck. So for the last two weeks between moving, boxing, still working full time and sewing added with the shoulder issues (torn rotator cuff & frozen shoulder) it has been a very rough time for me.
I was also scheduled to take an online course with a very dear friend, but I found trying to pay attention after 8pm near to impossible (I was exhausted and my arm was in really bad shape) - so I still have the recordings of the training and plan on listening to them next week when the worst of the dust settles.
Today's update - the shirt is done, the coat has about 6 hours left of labor (which I should be able to complete tonight if all goes well), the new office is done and my furniture is now functional at the office (even if there are still 6 more boxes to unpack), Dave built me some new book shelves and CD shelves and has started unpacking boxes in my dining room and although there are still 20+ boxes left to unpack at home - my new living room furniture will be arriving early next week and we can finally get the last of the old stuff out once and for all - so there IS light at the end of the tunnel.
So the good news:
weight 254 - (down 6 pounds from my original weight but a very long way to go to my goal)
bank account hasn't changed but the new business is now up and running and our first 3 potential customers have received our information package. I will be doing a follow up with them over the next week.
The post cards I ordered to promote the new business have arrived and I already have a list of 100 potential customers to do my first test market mailing campaign with. I will be doing 10 of these test markets over the next 8 weeks (1,000 in total), modifying the promotional material as needed to see an increase of leads to paying customers. Because this is a very specific niche market each of the 100 mail outs are already pre-qualified leads.
My target - 2 paid customers in the next 4 weeks - 4 more paid customers in the next 8 weeks, 4 more in 12 weeks. Total of 10 paid customers within 3 months.
My work target (beyond my daily job tasks) is to complete module 1 of the 4 month training program that I am selling (yes I am selling something that isn't completed) within the next 4 weeks (sooner if I get the paid customers as that will make module 1 a priority to completion).
To hire an additional staff for the new office space (to free up more of my time to work on the modules and promoting both businesses), to hire another technician (or 2) as I am now booked solid and need additional technicians to handle the work load. To listen to the training materials from Leap without Limits. And to get my home and office in order (meaning no more boxes).
It has been an insanely busy time - but I do have this weekend scheduled OFF to socialize with friends and enjoy some down time at the cottage. Even in the chaos there are still moments of joy, laughter, affection, and playfulness that make all of this worth while.
Today I am grateful for my partner Dave who is really pitching in to make my home less stressful for me
Today I am grateful for my job that allows me the freedom to accomplish so many tasks on the side.
Today I am grateful for my dog who loves me unconditionally even when I am too sore to pet her.
Once more I move forward with purpose - each step taken a conscious one in the direction I choose to go.
Kay Kinder
1000 days to health and wealth
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Day 26 Aug. 11, 2010 Falling behind
Today is day 26 of my 1,000 days to health and wealth and I am quite disappointed. Like all journeys some days will see progress other days will see set backs - this week has been a set back for me on my health quest.
For those who didn't know, 4 months ago I tore my left rotator cuff (again) and ended up with a frozen shoulder. Now my left arm is pretty much useless and has been for just over 4 months. The problem is I am left handed so this is really compromising my ability to do many things. The worst of it isn't the restriction of movement, the worst of it is the endless pain that will not allow me to sleep at night. On average I sleep for 15 to 20 minutes before the pain in my arm wakes me up and this gets repeated all night so that by the morning I am averaging maybe 3 to 4 hours sleep spaced out over the entire night.
In other words - after 4 months of this I am absolutely exhausted and the lack of sleep is having a negative effect on my ability to burn calories, not to mention I am so tired I can barely walk my dog to the front yard let alone the dog park. It has reached a point where I am not comfortable driving because I know my concentration is impaired to some extent.
Today my weight is 256 (still 4 pounds under my starting weight, but NOT where I expected to be at this stage).
All that being said, I still know that I can achieve my 1,000 day goal even with this set back. So today I am going to call my doctor to see if there is anything I can do to help with the pain so I can get some much needed sleep and I am going to double up my physio & massage sessions to see if I can't get this shoulder fast tracked to manageable pain levels.
As the crazy song says: "I get knocked down, but I get up again, your never going to keep me down" - this stupid song plays in my head every time I hit a set back and it pumps me up to move forward again.
So today I am grateful for the music that moves me to continue even when I am exhausted.
Today I am grateful for my partner Dave who's patience & efforts with me is so appreciated. I'm sure I can't be much fun to be with right now but he is still here supporting and encouraging me.
Today I am grateful for my job that allows me the flexibility to choose which tasks I want to pursue each day and where I want to work (office, home, cottage, anywhere...).
I still believe that everyday above ground is a good day - even if that day includes discomforts because this too shall pass.
Kay Kinder
1,000 days to health & wealth
For those who didn't know, 4 months ago I tore my left rotator cuff (again) and ended up with a frozen shoulder. Now my left arm is pretty much useless and has been for just over 4 months. The problem is I am left handed so this is really compromising my ability to do many things. The worst of it isn't the restriction of movement, the worst of it is the endless pain that will not allow me to sleep at night. On average I sleep for 15 to 20 minutes before the pain in my arm wakes me up and this gets repeated all night so that by the morning I am averaging maybe 3 to 4 hours sleep spaced out over the entire night.
In other words - after 4 months of this I am absolutely exhausted and the lack of sleep is having a negative effect on my ability to burn calories, not to mention I am so tired I can barely walk my dog to the front yard let alone the dog park. It has reached a point where I am not comfortable driving because I know my concentration is impaired to some extent.
Today my weight is 256 (still 4 pounds under my starting weight, but NOT where I expected to be at this stage).
All that being said, I still know that I can achieve my 1,000 day goal even with this set back. So today I am going to call my doctor to see if there is anything I can do to help with the pain so I can get some much needed sleep and I am going to double up my physio & massage sessions to see if I can't get this shoulder fast tracked to manageable pain levels.
As the crazy song says: "I get knocked down, but I get up again, your never going to keep me down" - this stupid song plays in my head every time I hit a set back and it pumps me up to move forward again.
So today I am grateful for the music that moves me to continue even when I am exhausted.
Today I am grateful for my partner Dave who's patience & efforts with me is so appreciated. I'm sure I can't be much fun to be with right now but he is still here supporting and encouraging me.
Today I am grateful for my job that allows me the flexibility to choose which tasks I want to pursue each day and where I want to work (office, home, cottage, anywhere...).
I still believe that everyday above ground is a good day - even if that day includes discomforts because this too shall pass.
Kay Kinder
1,000 days to health & wealth
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Day 20 August 5, 2010 giving back
Today was an especially good day for me, not because I made money or lost weight but because I dedicated today to serving others - giving back for all the times that people helped me along the way.
Today I got to share with my mastermind team what I know about search engine optimization and how to find just the right keywords to build a website that is not only easy to find on the search engines but is specifically written for those markets where people are actually paying online for the services that are being offered. I created a pdf document for my mastermind team and the outline of what was shared will also become a part of my training program for my own online business so once again I benefited even when my goal was just to help others.
Today I also got to enjoy speaking (on Skype for free) with my favorite Englishman from London England Bob Lampard who was looking for ways to monetize his websites. It was especially rewarding for me because he is such a giving soul with a heart of gold and it was great hearing him turn his hurdles into options. All he needed was someone to walk him through some SEO tips before his mind was running ahead with ideas.
Bob is another member of my mastermind team and I count my blessings that he is such a supportive member to myself and the rest of the group. I think he is going to do great things with his writings and can't wait to read his next blog.
Today I also did endless laundry between the emails and phone calls - washing every last piece of laundry from the cottage clean up (linens, beddings, clothes, etc...). Each load required running up and down stairs which pushed me to exercise even more today - although I have to admit I am starting to feel it in my legs. But it is a great feeling seeing everything clean and nicely folded
ready to take back this weekend.
Busy day but a good day filled with endless thoughts, endless moments of thankfulness, and laughter with special friends.
Today I am grateful for Bob Lampard that he let me into his life a bit more growing our friendship in the process.
Today I am grateful for MaryAnn D'ambrosio who allowed me to do some research for her to help grow her business online.
Today I am grateful for a working washing machine - isn't modern technology a blessing - I can't imagine how my granny would have gotten all that done one piece at a time scrubbing her knuckles raw... instead I made light work of a huge mountain.
Life isn't the destination - life is the journey and today I enjoyed each step of the way.
Kay Kinder
1,000 steps to health and wealth
Today I got to share with my mastermind team what I know about search engine optimization and how to find just the right keywords to build a website that is not only easy to find on the search engines but is specifically written for those markets where people are actually paying online for the services that are being offered. I created a pdf document for my mastermind team and the outline of what was shared will also become a part of my training program for my own online business so once again I benefited even when my goal was just to help others.
Today I also got to enjoy speaking (on Skype for free) with my favorite Englishman from London England Bob Lampard who was looking for ways to monetize his websites. It was especially rewarding for me because he is such a giving soul with a heart of gold and it was great hearing him turn his hurdles into options. All he needed was someone to walk him through some SEO tips before his mind was running ahead with ideas.
Bob is another member of my mastermind team and I count my blessings that he is such a supportive member to myself and the rest of the group. I think he is going to do great things with his writings and can't wait to read his next blog.
Today I also did endless laundry between the emails and phone calls - washing every last piece of laundry from the cottage clean up (linens, beddings, clothes, etc...). Each load required running up and down stairs which pushed me to exercise even more today - although I have to admit I am starting to feel it in my legs. But it is a great feeling seeing everything clean and nicely folded
ready to take back this weekend.
Busy day but a good day filled with endless thoughts, endless moments of thankfulness, and laughter with special friends.
Today I am grateful for Bob Lampard that he let me into his life a bit more growing our friendship in the process.
Today I am grateful for MaryAnn D'ambrosio who allowed me to do some research for her to help grow her business online.
Today I am grateful for a working washing machine - isn't modern technology a blessing - I can't imagine how my granny would have gotten all that done one piece at a time scrubbing her knuckles raw... instead I made light work of a huge mountain.
Life isn't the destination - life is the journey and today I enjoyed each step of the way.
Kay Kinder
1,000 steps to health and wealth
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Day 17-18-19 Work, work, work
I just spent the last two days buried in work again once more putting my personal goals on hold. This is my personal hurdle and the one I struggle with the most... making time to make me a priority too. In the past most of my dreams just died a slow painful death because I didn't feel I deserved to live my dreams. I work hard for others to succeed, but I don't give myself permission to succeed on my own. I have literally made people millions of dollars over the last 10 years alone but didn't give myself that success.
Today on Day 19 of my 1,000 day journey I recommit to this dream
981 days to reach 93 pounds weight loss (total loss 100 pounds)
981 days to reach $999,779.00 to earn in my savings account to be used to help others (total savings 1 million dollars).
I still believe I can do this - I still know I can do this. All I need to do is give myself permission to put time aside each day for me. I deserve the right to choose a good life for myself and my children and my sisters and parents... these are the steps I am taking to take that life and live it one day at a time.
Today I am grateful for waking up this morning with the whole day ahead of me waiting for me to choose my steps.
Today I am grateful for the opportunity to give some time to my mastermind team as they have freely given of their time to me.
Today I am grateful for a working computer that allows me to share this journey with others.
Everyday above ground is a great day!!!!
Kay Kinder
1,000 days to health and wealth
Today on Day 19 of my 1,000 day journey I recommit to this dream
981 days to reach 93 pounds weight loss (total loss 100 pounds)
981 days to reach $999,779.00 to earn in my savings account to be used to help others (total savings 1 million dollars).
I still believe I can do this - I still know I can do this. All I need to do is give myself permission to put time aside each day for me. I deserve the right to choose a good life for myself and my children and my sisters and parents... these are the steps I am taking to take that life and live it one day at a time.
Today I am grateful for waking up this morning with the whole day ahead of me waiting for me to choose my steps.
Today I am grateful for the opportunity to give some time to my mastermind team as they have freely given of their time to me.
Today I am grateful for a working computer that allows me to share this journey with others.
Everyday above ground is a great day!!!!
Kay Kinder
1,000 days to health and wealth
Day 15-16 the weekend cleanup
This weekend was devoted to helping my partner Dave clean his cottage getting it ready for next weekend for hosting our company picnic. Everything needed to be done from cleaning mouse dropping out of old dressers from the winter storage to building new stairs going up to the doors. All this plus helping my daughter with a sewing project - it was a very very busy weekend with no time for myself.
No changes in weight or income on the weekend - but that was to be expected. I'm still on track and looking forward to working on my project again.
Today I am thankful for the time I got to spend with my daughter Lila (we have had a rough relationship the last 2 years so this was really appreciated).
Today I am thankful for the time I spent raking and pulling weeds (nothing like hard physical labour to remind you that you are alive)
Today I am thankful for the cool evenings that made sleeping at the cottage a bit better.
Kay Kinder
1,000 days to health and wealth
No changes in weight or income on the weekend - but that was to be expected. I'm still on track and looking forward to working on my project again.
Today I am thankful for the time I got to spend with my daughter Lila (we have had a rough relationship the last 2 years so this was really appreciated).
Today I am thankful for the time I spent raking and pulling weeds (nothing like hard physical labour to remind you that you are alive)
Today I am thankful for the cool evenings that made sleeping at the cottage a bit better.
Kay Kinder
1,000 days to health and wealth
Friday, July 30, 2010
Day 14 July 30, 2010 on my way to millions
Today was an exceptional day as finally all the little pieces I had been working on came together beautifully. My new business venture website is now up and running live, the opt-in for my site is now functioning properly, and I have my information guide completed. The only thing left to do is attach the payment button - then start building the products (which are simply a matter of documenting what is already being used since I created these systems).
Dave said I should have all next week to work on this but the reality is with the holiday weekend I will only get 3 days at best - but in 3 days I can create a weeks worth of training modules so it should work out perfectly.
My weight is still the same
My bank account is still the same but my ability to earn more has grown with the website completion.
Today I am grateful for the time I got today to get the website up
Today I am grateful for aweber for making autoresponders so easy to use and impliment
Today I am grateful for moving one step closer to my 1,000 day goals
It was a great day!
Kay
Dave said I should have all next week to work on this but the reality is with the holiday weekend I will only get 3 days at best - but in 3 days I can create a weeks worth of training modules so it should work out perfectly.
My weight is still the same
My bank account is still the same but my ability to earn more has grown with the website completion.
Today I am grateful for the time I got today to get the website up
Today I am grateful for aweber for making autoresponders so easy to use and impliment
Today I am grateful for moving one step closer to my 1,000 day goals
It was a great day!
Kay
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Day 13 July 29 - Finally a step forward
After what seemed like endless delays today I am working from home. I have a radio ad to write for my day job business but once that is completed I can start working on my new business venture again. I know it will take time for me to get working on it as I will have to re-read everything again to get myself back into the mindset and flow of the material, but I have some time to do just that today which is encouraging.
My goal today - to create the small pieces that are needed to supplement the information package I am writing. Just 2 should be enough for now and I can always revise later as Bob the Teacher says (TARL - Take Action Revise Later). Today I TARL.
My weight this morning 252.5 - a half pound but certainly in the right direction. Walking is certainly a big component in my ability to loose weight and I am looking forward to my walk this evening after physio with Dave - we have so much to talk about that we never seem to run out... even after 7 years my time with him is just as fresh as the first days we started talking.
Today I am once again grateful for Dave who understands me and loves me in spite of myself.
Today I am grateful for my physio therapist Heather for helping me move forward through this pain so I can once again have a life with physical activities.
Today I am grateful for MaryAnn from my mastermind group, although we haven't talked lately her words still bring me encouragement and comfort. She is truly a blessing and one I am grateful for.
I'm off to be creative now - and I know I will succeed. Not because I am brilliant, but because I know beyond a doubt that I can do it. I have no doubts about my skills and I am in the right headspace to make it happen.
Kay Kinder - aging daily and loving each step along the way
My goal today - to create the small pieces that are needed to supplement the information package I am writing. Just 2 should be enough for now and I can always revise later as Bob the Teacher says (TARL - Take Action Revise Later). Today I TARL.
My weight this morning 252.5 - a half pound but certainly in the right direction. Walking is certainly a big component in my ability to loose weight and I am looking forward to my walk this evening after physio with Dave - we have so much to talk about that we never seem to run out... even after 7 years my time with him is just as fresh as the first days we started talking.
Today I am once again grateful for Dave who understands me and loves me in spite of myself.
Today I am grateful for my physio therapist Heather for helping me move forward through this pain so I can once again have a life with physical activities.
Today I am grateful for MaryAnn from my mastermind group, although we haven't talked lately her words still bring me encouragement and comfort. She is truly a blessing and one I am grateful for.
I'm off to be creative now - and I know I will succeed. Not because I am brilliant, but because I know beyond a doubt that I can do it. I have no doubts about my skills and I am in the right headspace to make it happen.
Kay Kinder - aging daily and loving each step along the way
Day 11-12 July 27-28 Long work days
Well I was hoping to have had some time to invest in my new business but I just spent the last 2 days working long hard hours at the office helping to get the accounting up to date for month end.
Dave & I made a promise when we returned from Baltimore that we would set aside time each week for this business venture but as of yet it has now been quite a few days since I have even looked at the plan or worked on any content.
The outline free report is close to being completed but it will take time to add in the additional pages with links that my mastermind team has suggested. I think they have the right idea but like all good ideas they take time to bring from concept to reality. I should have a couple of hours tomorrow to begin working on it again - but at this pace it could take years before it gets launched. So Dave & I have decided that I will take the entire week off next week to focus on this project - which usually means I will get a couple of days to work on it as things never work out as planned.
All that being said it really wasn't a bad two days as I was able to start physio again (although painful I feel this is necessary if I am ever going to regain the use of my left arm). This frozen shoulder makes even simple tasks nearly impossible and has really demoralized me.
July 28 I went with Dave for a leisurely dog walk in the evening after work & dinner (I have not been able to walk much since injuring this shoulder as the sway of movement causes extreme pain). By the time we got back my shoulder was certainly aching but Dave gave me a shoulder/arm massage that actually eliminated the pain for the first time in months. It was such a relief - even if it was short lived.
I also read an article today about how the fat from grass fed red meats actually helps your body loose weight - but like all things they certainly meant in moderation. It is still interesting to read about how all the things they thought were bad for us are actually healthy and the diet pre-packaged foods that are suppose to help loose weight actually inhibit good health do to the over processing. Real foods - living foods (vegetables, fruits, nuts, grains) balanced with natural protein meats (without the growth hormones, grass fed not man made feed fed) are still the best choices. Granny knew best (minus the deep frying).
I am rambling here but after all this is MY journal and thus some days I will want to share more than others. This is for myself to document my journey, my changes in thoughts and attitudes, and to track my progress. That being said if others benefit from the sharing of this journey then this journal will take on more value than just my personal benefit.
My weight remains at 253 unchanged for the last few days - but considering it is a full moon (my cycle runs with the full moon) and I usually gain 2 to 5 pounds at the beginning of the full moon dropping it once my cycle ends the fact that I didn't gain tells me that my body is actually loosing. I look forward to seeing the results over the next few days as the moon wanes.
My bank account will not change until I get this new business launched - so if all goes well by the end of next week I should be able to see some minor changes there that will snow ball into huge changes over time.
Today I am grateful for this wonderful man Dave who fills each day with laughter, passion, tenderness, compassion, friendship, and a deep emotional fulfillment I have never experienced before him. I am truly content and feel loved each day.
Today I am grateful for my dog who inspires me to walk even when I find doing so painful. She needs me to take her out and I can't deny her.
Today I am grateful for my home - I never really had a home that was mine until just the last couple of years. It is good to have a place to go at the end of the day that isn't just a place to park for the night - but a home filled with love and laughter.
Kay
Dave & I made a promise when we returned from Baltimore that we would set aside time each week for this business venture but as of yet it has now been quite a few days since I have even looked at the plan or worked on any content.
The outline free report is close to being completed but it will take time to add in the additional pages with links that my mastermind team has suggested. I think they have the right idea but like all good ideas they take time to bring from concept to reality. I should have a couple of hours tomorrow to begin working on it again - but at this pace it could take years before it gets launched. So Dave & I have decided that I will take the entire week off next week to focus on this project - which usually means I will get a couple of days to work on it as things never work out as planned.
All that being said it really wasn't a bad two days as I was able to start physio again (although painful I feel this is necessary if I am ever going to regain the use of my left arm). This frozen shoulder makes even simple tasks nearly impossible and has really demoralized me.
July 28 I went with Dave for a leisurely dog walk in the evening after work & dinner (I have not been able to walk much since injuring this shoulder as the sway of movement causes extreme pain). By the time we got back my shoulder was certainly aching but Dave gave me a shoulder/arm massage that actually eliminated the pain for the first time in months. It was such a relief - even if it was short lived.
I also read an article today about how the fat from grass fed red meats actually helps your body loose weight - but like all things they certainly meant in moderation. It is still interesting to read about how all the things they thought were bad for us are actually healthy and the diet pre-packaged foods that are suppose to help loose weight actually inhibit good health do to the over processing. Real foods - living foods (vegetables, fruits, nuts, grains) balanced with natural protein meats (without the growth hormones, grass fed not man made feed fed) are still the best choices. Granny knew best (minus the deep frying).
I am rambling here but after all this is MY journal and thus some days I will want to share more than others. This is for myself to document my journey, my changes in thoughts and attitudes, and to track my progress. That being said if others benefit from the sharing of this journey then this journal will take on more value than just my personal benefit.
My weight remains at 253 unchanged for the last few days - but considering it is a full moon (my cycle runs with the full moon) and I usually gain 2 to 5 pounds at the beginning of the full moon dropping it once my cycle ends the fact that I didn't gain tells me that my body is actually loosing. I look forward to seeing the results over the next few days as the moon wanes.
My bank account will not change until I get this new business launched - so if all goes well by the end of next week I should be able to see some minor changes there that will snow ball into huge changes over time.
Today I am grateful for this wonderful man Dave who fills each day with laughter, passion, tenderness, compassion, friendship, and a deep emotional fulfillment I have never experienced before him. I am truly content and feel loved each day.
Today I am grateful for my dog who inspires me to walk even when I find doing so painful. She needs me to take her out and I can't deny her.
Today I am grateful for my home - I never really had a home that was mine until just the last couple of years. It is good to have a place to go at the end of the day that isn't just a place to park for the night - but a home filled with love and laughter.
Kay
Monday, July 26, 2010
Day 10 July 26, 2010 a new week begins
Today I am dragging my butt but once again it has more to do with lack of sleep than anything else.
I have maintained my 7 pound weight loss so far which I am delighted with.
I don't expect to see drastic weight loss quickly because I refuse to deny myself the joys of living - this isn't about radical change - it is about consistent lifestyle moderation changes that lead to a longer healthier life without the higher risks of extreme yo-yo weight loss. I am NOT dieting, I am living a healthier lifestyle that will manifest itself in many ways including weight loss and the ability to do and enjoy more things in life.
This is why I am giving myself 1,000 days for 100 pounds - it means only 1 pound loss every 10 days which is easily achievable through small consistent changes to my daily intake and activity level.
For me the goal is not what I live for, but is a target that I can incorporate into my daily living. The journey takes on more importance as it is the small daily decisions that create success or failure in life. Every decision is an opportunity to choose a better life for myself.
Today I choose to be healthy, today I choose to be happy, today I choose living.
Today I am grateful for this past weekend spent with my daughters
Today I am grateful for my exhausted dog who is happy just sleeping today giving me more uninterrupted focus on my work goals
Today I am grateful for the laughter that Dave adds to each morning
Every day above ground is a great day!
Kay Kinder
Kay Kinder
I have maintained my 7 pound weight loss so far which I am delighted with.
I don't expect to see drastic weight loss quickly because I refuse to deny myself the joys of living - this isn't about radical change - it is about consistent lifestyle moderation changes that lead to a longer healthier life without the higher risks of extreme yo-yo weight loss. I am NOT dieting, I am living a healthier lifestyle that will manifest itself in many ways including weight loss and the ability to do and enjoy more things in life.
This is why I am giving myself 1,000 days for 100 pounds - it means only 1 pound loss every 10 days which is easily achievable through small consistent changes to my daily intake and activity level.
For me the goal is not what I live for, but is a target that I can incorporate into my daily living. The journey takes on more importance as it is the small daily decisions that create success or failure in life. Every decision is an opportunity to choose a better life for myself.
Today I choose to be healthy, today I choose to be happy, today I choose living.
Today I am grateful for this past weekend spent with my daughters
Today I am grateful for my exhausted dog who is happy just sleeping today giving me more uninterrupted focus on my work goals
Today I am grateful for the laughter that Dave adds to each morning
Every day above ground is a great day!
Kay Kinder
Kay Kinder
Day 8-9 July 24 & 25
The weekend was spent with my daughters and thus no progress has been made towards my weight & income goal - but that being said my goal to build a stronger more loving relationship with my young adult daughters certainly moved forward in the right direction.
I understand that to live a fulfilling life there must be a balance between the following (in random order as they are all equally important in the bigger scheme of things).
Kay Kinder
I understand that to live a fulfilling life there must be a balance between the following (in random order as they are all equally important in the bigger scheme of things).
- family & loved ones
- social & giving back to the community
- education & mental challenges
- health & fitness
- career & financial
- religion & spiritual
- significant other
Kay Kinder
Friday, July 23, 2010
Day 7 July 23 - Not quite myself today
Today is day 7 - exactly 1 week since I started this 1,000 day journey to health & wealth.
Obviously I am a real person so every day is not going to be perfect and today is a great example of that. My torn rotator cuff/frozen shoulder would not let me sleep last night (for the 3rd night in a row) and the lack of sleep is taking its toll on my energy and drive. I'm living proof that lack of sleep really does compromise ones ability to remain optimistic and energized.
My weight and bank account remain the same today 253 lbs and $221.00
Yesterday I promised to share how I was loosing the weight so quickly. Well one thing to remember is that the more you have to loose the easier those first few pounds are to loose. So with that in mind here is what I have done this week to drop 7 pounds:
Change from table salt to sea salt only
Change from margarine to real butter
Keep all foods in moderation (in reasonable portions)
Eating slower so I get to enjoy the flavor longer
That's it... those small lifestyle changes have already made a big change in my weight in only 7 days and that is with minimal exercise. My shoulder has really cramped my ability to exercise as even walking has become a challenge.
Although I am tired, sore and my energy is low - I know that "this too shall pass" as my Granny use to say. I will get through my day today.
Today I am grateful for being able to get out of bed even though I had very little sleep
Today I am grateful for my Granny's words that bring me comfort on many levels
Today I am grateful that it is Friday!
Kay
Obviously I am a real person so every day is not going to be perfect and today is a great example of that. My torn rotator cuff/frozen shoulder would not let me sleep last night (for the 3rd night in a row) and the lack of sleep is taking its toll on my energy and drive. I'm living proof that lack of sleep really does compromise ones ability to remain optimistic and energized.
My weight and bank account remain the same today 253 lbs and $221.00
Yesterday I promised to share how I was loosing the weight so quickly. Well one thing to remember is that the more you have to loose the easier those first few pounds are to loose. So with that in mind here is what I have done this week to drop 7 pounds:
Change from table salt to sea salt only
Change from margarine to real butter
Keep all foods in moderation (in reasonable portions)
Eating slower so I get to enjoy the flavor longer
That's it... those small lifestyle changes have already made a big change in my weight in only 7 days and that is with minimal exercise. My shoulder has really cramped my ability to exercise as even walking has become a challenge.
Although I am tired, sore and my energy is low - I know that "this too shall pass" as my Granny use to say. I will get through my day today.
Today I am grateful for being able to get out of bed even though I had very little sleep
Today I am grateful for my Granny's words that bring me comfort on many levels
Today I am grateful that it is Friday!
Kay
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Day 6 July 22, 2010 Starting on project
Today is Day 6 of my thousand day journey.
Weight 253 (only 93 pounds & 994 days to go)
Bank $221.00 ($20 richer - only $999,779.00 & 994 days to go)
I would like to share something I read on my trip last weekend to the American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore Maryland. It was actually a famous quote only taken two steps further (no pun intended).
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step (Lao Tzu)
What people forget is a journey to nowhere starts with a single step too (Chuck Palahniuk)
All paths are the same leading nowhere, therefore pick a path with heart (Carlos Castaneda)
I had already had the dream of 1000 days before I saw these quotes painted on the wall and it was like fate confirming my dream but taking it to a new perspective. For me it brought clarity of focus.
I have always had the ability to choose for myself what I wanted out of life and I understood that each choice (or step) I take is one made of conscious decision - I could choose success simply by choosing the most effective step with each decision - my problem was I didn't believe I deserved a great life so I settled for less.
It took a very special mastermind group to bring this self hurdle to my awareness.
I don't have to settle in life, I can choose to actively make choices each day that lead me to the life I have always dreamed of. But the end goal isn't the only reward - each time I actively "choose" to do something that is good for me I take one more step towards really living life without limits. I get the instant gratification of knowing I MADE this choice, I took this step - I win each and every day.
Each day I share three things I am grateful for - today I am grateful for more...
Today I am grateful for my mastermind team:
I am grateful for Bob Jenkins (Bob the teacher) who's fast track program made this mastermind team possible. He is an amazing teacher with a giving heart who lives to see his students achieve their true potential. Thank you Bob http://SIMPLE10k.com
I am grateful for MaryAnn D'Ambrosio who is my personal calmness & clarity coach. She see's into the soul and brings out my best on so many levels. Thank you MaryAnn http://www.LeadOutLoudNow.com
I am grateful for D'vorah Lansky who's endless energy, vitality and curiosity has led her to become the authority on relationship marketing - in fact they call her the relationship marketing wizard because her ability to connect people is magical. She really cares about people and shares all that she is openly with me & the world. Thank you D'vorah www.ConnectCommunicateProfit.com
I am grateful for Bob Lampard who is an amazing story teller with a witty insight into what makes personal relationships work. I can't wait to read his book "I am not a dog and other stories by Bob Lampard" and appreciate all the laughter and fun he brings to the group. Thank you Bob www.LaughingYourWayToLove.com
I am grateful for my mastermind team members who were unable to attend our get together in Maryland last weekend:
I am grateful for Bruce Brown & Marge Brown for their amazing ability to find the passion in people and the ease they have at turning strangers into friends. Thank you for sharing your techniques for successful networking. I missed you both and can't wait to see you again. www.quantumresultscoaching.com
I am grateful for Erica Cosminsky who really supports ideas and knows how to take those ideas and turn them into products. But even more so for sharing your wealth of knowledge so freely with the group. It's like getting my own private business coach who I am grateful to call a friend. My heart goes out to you for a quick recovery. http://TheSmallBusinessTranscriptionist.com
And last but certainly not least I am grateful for the most wonderful man in the world Dave Francis who is not only my business partner but my life partner. Thank you for filling my life with laughter, passion and endless possibilities. You are all that I could ever ask for and more. Your sharp business sense really balances out my creative marketing side giving us together the best of both worlds. You are my best friend who I love dearly. www.YourPlumbingSuccess.com
Every day above ground is a great day!
Tomorrow I share what steps I am taking towards achieving my goals & dreams.
Kay Kinder
Weight 253 (only 93 pounds & 994 days to go)
Bank $221.00 ($20 richer - only $999,779.00 & 994 days to go)
I would like to share something I read on my trip last weekend to the American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore Maryland. It was actually a famous quote only taken two steps further (no pun intended).
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step (Lao Tzu)
What people forget is a journey to nowhere starts with a single step too (Chuck Palahniuk)
All paths are the same leading nowhere, therefore pick a path with heart (Carlos Castaneda)
I had already had the dream of 1000 days before I saw these quotes painted on the wall and it was like fate confirming my dream but taking it to a new perspective. For me it brought clarity of focus.
I have always had the ability to choose for myself what I wanted out of life and I understood that each choice (or step) I take is one made of conscious decision - I could choose success simply by choosing the most effective step with each decision - my problem was I didn't believe I deserved a great life so I settled for less.
It took a very special mastermind group to bring this self hurdle to my awareness.
I don't have to settle in life, I can choose to actively make choices each day that lead me to the life I have always dreamed of. But the end goal isn't the only reward - each time I actively "choose" to do something that is good for me I take one more step towards really living life without limits. I get the instant gratification of knowing I MADE this choice, I took this step - I win each and every day.
Each day I share three things I am grateful for - today I am grateful for more...
Today I am grateful for my mastermind team:
I am grateful for Bob Jenkins (Bob the teacher) who's fast track program made this mastermind team possible. He is an amazing teacher with a giving heart who lives to see his students achieve their true potential. Thank you Bob http://SIMPLE10k.com
I am grateful for MaryAnn D'Ambrosio who is my personal calmness & clarity coach. She see's into the soul and brings out my best on so many levels. Thank you MaryAnn http://www.LeadOutLoudNow.com
I am grateful for D'vorah Lansky who's endless energy, vitality and curiosity has led her to become the authority on relationship marketing - in fact they call her the relationship marketing wizard because her ability to connect people is magical. She really cares about people and shares all that she is openly with me & the world. Thank you D'vorah www.ConnectCommunicateProfit.com
I am grateful for Bob Lampard who is an amazing story teller with a witty insight into what makes personal relationships work. I can't wait to read his book "I am not a dog and other stories by Bob Lampard" and appreciate all the laughter and fun he brings to the group. Thank you Bob www.LaughingYourWayToLove.com
I am grateful for my mastermind team members who were unable to attend our get together in Maryland last weekend:
I am grateful for Bruce Brown & Marge Brown for their amazing ability to find the passion in people and the ease they have at turning strangers into friends. Thank you for sharing your techniques for successful networking. I missed you both and can't wait to see you again. www.quantumresultscoaching.com
I am grateful for Erica Cosminsky who really supports ideas and knows how to take those ideas and turn them into products. But even more so for sharing your wealth of knowledge so freely with the group. It's like getting my own private business coach who I am grateful to call a friend. My heart goes out to you for a quick recovery. http://TheSmallBusinessTranscriptionist.com
And last but certainly not least I am grateful for the most wonderful man in the world Dave Francis who is not only my business partner but my life partner. Thank you for filling my life with laughter, passion and endless possibilities. You are all that I could ever ask for and more. Your sharp business sense really balances out my creative marketing side giving us together the best of both worlds. You are my best friend who I love dearly. www.YourPlumbingSuccess.com
Every day above ground is a great day!
Tomorrow I share what steps I am taking towards achieving my goals & dreams.
Kay Kinder
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Day 5 July 21 - going strong
Well today is day 5 (995 days to go) and my energy although low (I'm still tired from the drive from Maryland back to Canada 2 days ago) my spirits are good.
My progress:
Weight 254 (down 6 pounds - 94 to go)
Bank account - no change ($201 - $999,799 to go)
I am back in the office today plugging away at the backed up paperwork and details so no time to spend on my primary project once again. I do however plan on taking tomorrow off so I can work from home on the project that will be the financial foundation of my goal. I am really looking forward to sharing my business & internet marketing skills with others so that they too can succeed in business.
Today I am grateful for stable income that provides for me so I can work on other things
Today I am grateful for my ability to learn - I am certainly putting that skill to work hard
Today I am grateful for my dog who fills my mornings with laughter & affection
Every day above ground is a great day!
Kay
My progress:
Weight 254 (down 6 pounds - 94 to go)
Bank account - no change ($201 - $999,799 to go)
I am back in the office today plugging away at the backed up paperwork and details so no time to spend on my primary project once again. I do however plan on taking tomorrow off so I can work from home on the project that will be the financial foundation of my goal. I am really looking forward to sharing my business & internet marketing skills with others so that they too can succeed in business.
Today I am grateful for stable income that provides for me so I can work on other things
Today I am grateful for my ability to learn - I am certainly putting that skill to work hard
Today I am grateful for my dog who fills my mornings with laughter & affection
Every day above ground is a great day!
Kay
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Day 4 - July 20, 2010 1000 days to wealth & health
Day 4 - 996 days to go
Weight: 256 (goal 100 pounds - starting weight 260 - down 4 pounds - 96 to go)
Bank: $201 (goal 1 million dollars - $999,799 to go)
thanks Bob the Teacher for the $1 winning ticket! I'm $1.00 closer to my goal
Although I am tired from the trip - I am greatful for:
I am greatful for my adult children who are healthy & doing well
I am greatful for my parents who are alive and well and my inspiration on so many levels
I am greatful for another day above ground where I get the chance to make a difference
Kay Kinder
Weight: 256 (goal 100 pounds - starting weight 260 - down 4 pounds - 96 to go)
Bank: $201 (goal 1 million dollars - $999,799 to go)
thanks Bob the Teacher for the $1 winning ticket! I'm $1.00 closer to my goal
Although I am tired from the trip - I am greatful for:
I am greatful for my adult children who are healthy & doing well
I am greatful for my parents who are alive and well and my inspiration on so many levels
I am greatful for another day above ground where I get the chance to make a difference
Kay Kinder
Day 3 July 19, 2010
Today was spent driving from Maryland back to Ottawa Ontario Canada and thus much time for reflection. My dreams are achievable - my goals can be reached in the time I set - my heart and mind set on this path.
My weight upon arriving home: 258 (down 2 pounds from July 17)
My special bank account - no change yet
I am greatful for this opportunity to move my life in the direction I desire
I am greatful for the special mentors and friends in my mastermind group
I am greatful for the love and support of the man in my life
Kay
My weight upon arriving home: 258 (down 2 pounds from July 17)
My special bank account - no change yet
I am greatful for this opportunity to move my life in the direction I desire
I am greatful for the special mentors and friends in my mastermind group
I am greatful for the love and support of the man in my life
Kay
Day 2 - July 18, 2010
Today was spent with my mastermind team in Ellicott City Maryland as we finalized our goals and prepared to launch our personal and business plans.
Since I do not have access to a scale I cannot post on my weight progress & no work has been done towards my million dollar goal as of yet - but I can say I am exceptionally wealthier spiritually due to the amazing people in my mastermind group.
A special thanks to Bob Jenkins (Bob the teacher) our mentor and leader and my amazing team: D'vorah Lansky (the relationship marketing wizard and author of Connect Communicate and Profit), MaryAnn D'Ambrosio (lead out loud NOW transformational life coach & energy healer), Bob Lampard (laughing your way to love and author of "I am not a dog and other stories by Bob Lampard), and our team mates who could not be present for the live event Bruce & Marge Brown (being Bruce Brown and author of Passions Lead to Profit), and Erica Cosminsky (of how to run virtual teams and virtual assistants).
What an amazing weekend - I cannot thank you all enough!
Kay Kinder
Since I do not have access to a scale I cannot post on my weight progress & no work has been done towards my million dollar goal as of yet - but I can say I am exceptionally wealthier spiritually due to the amazing people in my mastermind group.
A special thanks to Bob Jenkins (Bob the teacher) our mentor and leader and my amazing team: D'vorah Lansky (the relationship marketing wizard and author of Connect Communicate and Profit), MaryAnn D'Ambrosio (lead out loud NOW transformational life coach & energy healer), Bob Lampard (laughing your way to love and author of "I am not a dog and other stories by Bob Lampard), and our team mates who could not be present for the live event Bruce & Marge Brown (being Bruce Brown and author of Passions Lead to Profit), and Erica Cosminsky (of how to run virtual teams and virtual assistants).
What an amazing weekend - I cannot thank you all enough!
Kay Kinder
1,000 days to health and wealth
My journey starts today - July 17, 2010 - my goal:
1,000 days
100 pounds
1 million dollars
What this means is that in 1,000 days I will have lost 100 pounds and will have 1 million dollars in my personal savings account for helping others.
I know the weight loss will be challenging but it is reasonable and I know it is something I can and will achieve with simple lifestyle changes and daily commitment.
The million dollars may seem like an impossible goal to many but for a professional internet marketer it is not only possible it is a modest goal (provided you have the right product, the right marketing, and the right customers with exceptional support for those products).
I have been doing internet marketing for the last 15 years and have made millions for other companies - it's time to put some of that wealth back into my own pocket so I can help others.
So today - July 17, 2010 - I start my journey.
My new savings account sits at $200.00 (what I put in to open the account)
My weight today is 260 pounds
I look forward to sharing this journey with others who may also find inspiration to take an active role in their future - we can make a difference in the world and I plan on having the energy and financial resources for helping others.
Kay Kinder
My journey starts today - July 17, 2010 - my goal:
1,000 days
100 pounds
1 million dollars
What this means is that in 1,000 days I will have lost 100 pounds and will have 1 million dollars in my personal savings account for helping others.
I know the weight loss will be challenging but it is reasonable and I know it is something I can and will achieve with simple lifestyle changes and daily commitment.
The million dollars may seem like an impossible goal to many but for a professional internet marketer it is not only possible it is a modest goal (provided you have the right product, the right marketing, and the right customers with exceptional support for those products).
I have been doing internet marketing for the last 15 years and have made millions for other companies - it's time to put some of that wealth back into my own pocket so I can help others.
So today - July 17, 2010 - I start my journey.
My new savings account sits at $200.00 (what I put in to open the account)
My weight today is 260 pounds
I look forward to sharing this journey with others who may also find inspiration to take an active role in their future - we can make a difference in the world and I plan on having the energy and financial resources for helping others.
Kay Kinder
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