So this challenge is not only about being healthier and fitter physically, but also being healthier mentally. When I say that, I am trying to do more and experience more in life. I found that over the years, I focused too much on the past and present, focusing on what I didn’t have, rather then what I had achieved. I wasn’t open to change, and I stayed where I felt comfortable. So along this journey of becoming the fitter me, I am also going to become the overall healthier me.
While waiting for the PATH train this morning, I read a quote from the late John F Kennedy. “ Change is the law of life. Those who look only to the past and present are certain to miss the future.” That rings such truth. We spend so much time thinking about the past and focusing so much energy on the present, that we can sometimes miss what is right in front of us; opportunities to better ourselves and those around us. Life is too short to worry about past mistakes and misfortunes in the present. Challenge yourself to enjoy and live life. Don’t take for granted the little things.
I also started following Trevor Donovan, the 90210 actor that this challenge is lightly based on, on twitter. I thought it would be a gateway into his life. See if he tweeted about any workout routines, any information that would help me with the challenge. It has been quite comical. He is actually pretty funny. More insights and statements, rather then workout routines, but I definitely enjoy his tweets. The one tweet that I did find insightful today was “Every opportunity has a shelf life, so use them before they expire.” If you think about it, life presents us with opportunities every day. What we do with them is a different story. Life is constantly changing and we can both change with it and take the opportunities that are in front of our eyes, or we can be safe. Staying with what we know and are comfortable with, becoming extinct in the process. It is something that I am realizing that I did. I had so many opportunities to further my career, or become a healthier me, but instead I feared change instead of embracing it. I let the fear of the unknown hinder me from moving forward. I let myself be comfortable with where I was, and I allowed it to be my crutch. The best part about this challenge is that it will allow me to embrace change and learn from past mistakes. Hopefully, for those of you that are reading my blog, you can also learn from my mistakes and use it as motivation to become the healthier you. For anyone that is interested in following Trevor Donovan on twitter, he is @trevdon
The rest of my day was spent casting extras and pulling photo submissions for a production meeting. Just a normal day in the world of extras casting. On a more exciting note, my “Greens, Glorious Greens” cookbook arrived from Amazon. I am so excited to tryout some of the recipes. I think Sunday I will pick up some green leafy vegetables and test out some of these recipes. I will post my favorite recipe with some photos. Also, a before photo has been taken and I will upload it to the blog on Sunday as well. Not the most flattering photo, but it will do.
My day ended with a trip to my local bar, The Lamp Post. No I did not drink. I actually met my friends Bill and Ruxy for Comedy night. They had some local Comics perform for the bar. No cover charge, and no minimum drink required. I was quite surprised at how packed the bar was. Everyone once and awhile, it’s nice to be able to meet up with friends and just laugh. Like I said, never take the small things for granted.
Till tomorrow.
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