20 MAR 2020 Ā· A Journey to Optimal Health
A conversation with:
Paul Matthies - Operations Director at Focuswise
Paul takes us on his journey From 310 lbs to 180 lbs
He inspires us to consider improving our overall health - not just losing weight
Highlights from this conversation:
ā Neuropathy - The scare that motivated a permanent change
ā Thinking about my funeral at 38 years old
ā 30 lb. Reduction by giving up sugary drinks and limiting sweets
ā Through Cardio, Strength Training and Martial Arts, I got my HEALTH back
ā Change is hard and scary so it requires a mindset shift
ā No magic bullet
ā Journey of the whole person- physical, heart, emotions, spiritual, faith
ā Taking ownership that this is MY journey
ā Had to stop judging myself - judgement invites judgement
ā Measurements, Scales and Mirrors are tools not goals
ā Food is not the enemy - shift from good vs. bad to wise vs. unwise
ā Discipline is what you want most not what you want now
ā Physical movement is part of lifeās happiness project
ā Not what I have to give up, but what I have to gain
ā Fear, Guilt, Shame and Perfectionism
ā Humility, Pride and food as a crutch
ā Getting insight from friends who are committed to their health
ā You donāt have to go fast - just go (taking small steps everyday)
ā Six Pack Abs with a TON of problems
ā Paulās 12 Commitments
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