So this is it. The last challenge of the Power Up for PCOS 10-Day Challenge. You all have done so amazing. I could not be prouder of you.
Which brings me to some comments that I have read about this challenge. Some have said that they are sad this challenge is ending. Why does it have to end? Why can't you just take over from here and challenge yourself every day. Throughout this challenge, you have discovered lots about yourself and what you really need for your PCOS and for you as a person. After this challenge is over, are you going to go back to the way things are? OR are you going to continue to take action EVERY DAY?
For the last challenge, I would like you to reflect on the last 9 days and look at what you have discovered. Then I would like you to do some journaling and goal planning. Look at where you are right now in the different areas on your life and where overall you would like to be. Then break it down into goals for 1 Month, 6 Months, 1 Year, 3 Years, 5 Years and 10 Years. 10 Years would probably be the overall you would like to be.
With as much trouble as most of us have had in the past, we need to be very forward focused. It will keep up going and our passion focused in the right areas.
During this 10-day challenge, we have not only talked about PCOS but other areas of our life as well. Make sure to include ALL areas of your life.
The most important tip about goal planning I can give you based on what I have experienced is to focus daily on those goals and to make sure you are actively doing this to keep it going forward. I created a vision board of my goals and hung it right next to my bed so when I wake in the morning, it is the first thing I see.
This is your life and you will only get out of it what you put into it. Let's put all we have into it so we can live the best life we can.
Please post an "I did it" or share your experiences with us.
After completing this challenge, please send an e-mail to Info@powerupforpcos.com with your full name. Put in the subject line: PCOS certificate.
It was a pleasure throughout this journey working with you ladies and hearing about your experiences. Please feel free to update us anytime on your progress. You never know who you will inspire.
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Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Monday, October 17, 2011
Power Up for PCOS 10-Day Challenge - Day 9
I have been so inspired by the women that are taking this challenge. I'm glad to know there are others out there that have found their own faith and beliefs. I can honestly tell you there was some fear and uncertainty when writing yesterdays challenge but I pushed through and did it anyways because I felt that it was just as important as all the other challenges to our PCOS journey. I'm very glad I did. Thank you so much for sharing with me.
So we have 2 challenges left and I am just so moved by this commitment. I know I keep saying that but I honestly am. For this next challenge, I would like you to basically do the same thing as yesterday, mediate or contemplate for a short period of time. This time is will be on mental/emotional health.
For a lot of women with PCOS, depression, anxiety or other mental/emotional health issues come along with it. I personally had severe depression during my teenage years and right after I was diagnosed up until about February when I decided to start Power Up for PCOS. I still have days where I just get dragged down or I just have weepy days. I find that totally submersing myself into my Power Up for PCOS network and evolving that has helped me stay sane. It gives me an area to focus my passion on instead of focusing on my emotions at the moment.
In my opinion, we PCOS women tend to be more emotional than others but we also are very passionate people because of it. We should be aware of our emotions and mental health and how we can improve it in general and if we are having a rough day.
So that's the challenge, mediate or contemplate for 15 or more minutes quietly on where your mental/emotional health is, where you would like it to be and some of the things you can do for it. After that, I would like you to pay particular attention to it all day and focus on having a peaceful relaxed day. Even if you have lots to do as we all do, try to do it with ease and calmness. See how much life get's better when you do that.
Just a side note too, the chemical that stress releases also makes our PCOS symptoms more pronounced so if we made it a priority to be less stressed, our PCOS wouldn't be as bad either. I have formed the habit of telling my husband that I can't handle a particular task right night or I can't discuss something right now because my PCOS will get worse when I get stressed out. Of course, we can't avoid things but waiting until I am calmer does help my PCOS AND it helps me deal with the issue at hand with a clearer head.
Good Luck Ladies and please post an "I did it" or share experiences to let me know you are participating.
So we have 2 challenges left and I am just so moved by this commitment. I know I keep saying that but I honestly am. For this next challenge, I would like you to basically do the same thing as yesterday, mediate or contemplate for a short period of time. This time is will be on mental/emotional health.
For a lot of women with PCOS, depression, anxiety or other mental/emotional health issues come along with it. I personally had severe depression during my teenage years and right after I was diagnosed up until about February when I decided to start Power Up for PCOS. I still have days where I just get dragged down or I just have weepy days. I find that totally submersing myself into my Power Up for PCOS network and evolving that has helped me stay sane. It gives me an area to focus my passion on instead of focusing on my emotions at the moment.
In my opinion, we PCOS women tend to be more emotional than others but we also are very passionate people because of it. We should be aware of our emotions and mental health and how we can improve it in general and if we are having a rough day.
So that's the challenge, mediate or contemplate for 15 or more minutes quietly on where your mental/emotional health is, where you would like it to be and some of the things you can do for it. After that, I would like you to pay particular attention to it all day and focus on having a peaceful relaxed day. Even if you have lots to do as we all do, try to do it with ease and calmness. See how much life get's better when you do that.
Just a side note too, the chemical that stress releases also makes our PCOS symptoms more pronounced so if we made it a priority to be less stressed, our PCOS wouldn't be as bad either. I have formed the habit of telling my husband that I can't handle a particular task right night or I can't discuss something right now because my PCOS will get worse when I get stressed out. Of course, we can't avoid things but waiting until I am calmer does help my PCOS AND it helps me deal with the issue at hand with a clearer head.
Good Luck Ladies and please post an "I did it" or share experiences to let me know you are participating.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Power Up for PCOS 10-Day Challenge - Day 8
We are heading into the home stretch. 3 more challenges including this one. You have done amazing. You all should be very proud of yourselves. You have EARNED the certificates coming your way.
Challenge 8 is another important aspect of our PCOS and health in general. This post will touch everybody differently.
This challenge is to meditate on your spirituality. Go into another room and spend some quiet time with your eyes closed and away from the world for 15 or more minutes. Think about your current beliefs. Do you believe in God? What are your beliefs as far as healing goes? This challenge is not to tell you, you need to go believe in God and everything will be great. This challenge is intended to open up the mind and get you thinking about the possibility of a better way of living. If you find you are completely satisfied with your beliefs, then that's great and you have completed the challenge.
So, let me share a little of what has happened to me. I did not know any higher being or God growing up. When I was a teenager, I found a teen home fellowship. I went for a few years but didn't really follow the word of God or do much different. Now, fast forward to just a few months ago. My marriage was in deep trouble and I was kind of not going any further with my PCOS journey. My husband and I watched the movie Fireproof and we contemplated on what that could do for our marriage. We started believing in God and living by his word. We started teaching our daughter all about God as well. Instantly, my marriage as well as my PCOS journey started moving forward again. My health has improved greatly. I still have PCOS and i still have my problems but life has changed so much and brought so much more happiness since I became a believer.
So, this is my story. We all have our own beliefs and our own journey's. I truly believe that my faith has made me whole and changed my PCOS journey. The challenge is to just meditate and contemplate on what your beliefs are and if there is anything you want to change about them.
Please reply with an "I did it" to let me know you are participating and feel free to share anything. Good Luck!
Challenge 8 is another important aspect of our PCOS and health in general. This post will touch everybody differently.
This challenge is to meditate on your spirituality. Go into another room and spend some quiet time with your eyes closed and away from the world for 15 or more minutes. Think about your current beliefs. Do you believe in God? What are your beliefs as far as healing goes? This challenge is not to tell you, you need to go believe in God and everything will be great. This challenge is intended to open up the mind and get you thinking about the possibility of a better way of living. If you find you are completely satisfied with your beliefs, then that's great and you have completed the challenge.
So, let me share a little of what has happened to me. I did not know any higher being or God growing up. When I was a teenager, I found a teen home fellowship. I went for a few years but didn't really follow the word of God or do much different. Now, fast forward to just a few months ago. My marriage was in deep trouble and I was kind of not going any further with my PCOS journey. My husband and I watched the movie Fireproof and we contemplated on what that could do for our marriage. We started believing in God and living by his word. We started teaching our daughter all about God as well. Instantly, my marriage as well as my PCOS journey started moving forward again. My health has improved greatly. I still have PCOS and i still have my problems but life has changed so much and brought so much more happiness since I became a believer.
So, this is my story. We all have our own beliefs and our own journey's. I truly believe that my faith has made me whole and changed my PCOS journey. The challenge is to just meditate and contemplate on what your beliefs are and if there is anything you want to change about them.
Please reply with an "I did it" to let me know you are participating and feel free to share anything. Good Luck!
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Power Up for PCOS 10-Day Challenge - Day 7
Great job on Day 6. Hopefully you all found some great resources out there. Thank you so much for taking a little bit of time out of your weekend to participate.
Challenge 7 is to create a list of 10 activities that you can do for JUST FUN. If you like going to the gym that go ahead and ad it to the list, if you don't like it then don't put it on the list. FUN STUFF! Some sort of FUN activity that gets you moving. Some examples that I like to do are: go to the park and just walk around, go on a walk on a walking trail, badminton with friends or family and yard hockey.
After you create your list, choose one activity off of your list and DO IT. Aim for atleast 30 minutes. Pay attention to how much fun you have. Personally, I think of exercise as not fun and I tend to procrastinate about it as much as I can. I like taking time with the family and finding something fun to do. It's really takes the work out of exercise. Another example is that Just Dance game for Wii. My daughter loves that game so I leave it somewhere visible so she will ask me about it and we end up playing for over an hour easy. I don't know about you, but if you really do the moves, it kicks your butt. You don't realize it too much because your too busy having fun and probably laughing with eachother.
So that's it. That's the challenge. List 10 fun activities then do one. Feel free to share your lists to encourage others as well. Please respond with atleast an "I did it" to show you are participating. Good Luck!
P.S. My daughter wanted me to add in that she always kicks my butt on Just Dance. She thinks it's funny and I get to have a little competition with her trying to beat her.
Challenge 7 is to create a list of 10 activities that you can do for JUST FUN. If you like going to the gym that go ahead and ad it to the list, if you don't like it then don't put it on the list. FUN STUFF! Some sort of FUN activity that gets you moving. Some examples that I like to do are: go to the park and just walk around, go on a walk on a walking trail, badminton with friends or family and yard hockey.
After you create your list, choose one activity off of your list and DO IT. Aim for atleast 30 minutes. Pay attention to how much fun you have. Personally, I think of exercise as not fun and I tend to procrastinate about it as much as I can. I like taking time with the family and finding something fun to do. It's really takes the work out of exercise. Another example is that Just Dance game for Wii. My daughter loves that game so I leave it somewhere visible so she will ask me about it and we end up playing for over an hour easy. I don't know about you, but if you really do the moves, it kicks your butt. You don't realize it too much because your too busy having fun and probably laughing with eachother.
So that's it. That's the challenge. List 10 fun activities then do one. Feel free to share your lists to encourage others as well. Please respond with atleast an "I did it" to show you are participating. Good Luck!
P.S. My daughter wanted me to add in that she always kicks my butt on Just Dance. She thinks it's funny and I get to have a little competition with her trying to beat her.
Friday, October 14, 2011
Power Up for PCOS 10-Day Challenge - Day 6
How did the whole/natural/organic eating go? Hopefully everyone was able to do atleast 80% for the day. Hopefully, we all saw the results in how our bodies and minds felt. This is a great experience and I find it encouraging if I have a list of how I feel when I eat unhealthy food versus healthy food.
We are now half way through this challenge. Great job to everyone participating. You should really be proud of yourself.
For Challenge 6, we are going to do some research. I would like each of you to research the web for PCOS sites. I know there are a lot out there but not all are reputable and useful. There are a few type of website that women with PCOS frequent. One is forums or message boards. Another is sites that we follow to keep up to date on PCOS related information. Every woman with PCOS needs her "go to" places for accurate, dependable information when you have questions.
When looking for forums/message boards, keep in mind that some only serve the woman that just go to complain. Try finding some that are uplifting and helpful. We don't need more to bring us down. I have recently switched to using facebook pages instead of forums. One more thing to keep in mind, unless you see credentials, these people are not qualified to give you medical advice. Take what they say as suggestions to research further and please talk to your doctor before actually doing anything that you question may be right.
When looking for sites to keep you up to date on the PCOS world, keep in mind that not all are going to give you accurate, proven information. You don't know who is on the other side of that. It could be a 15 year old girl just finding out about PCOS and posting everything she finds. Nothing wrong with that but you may want to frequent the sites that are created by professionals like doctors, dietitians, nutritionists and such. I personally frequent InCYST, PCOS Diva and Dr. Corey on Facebook. I have a few others like Boston IVF and Natural Health International. These are what sites I have researched to be credible and up to date in the PCOS world. It is changing everyday as we learn more and more about this disease. We need to find sites that are on top of this new information.
Even though I have told you where I go for my information, I would like YOU to research where you feel are great places to frequent. Bookmark them so when something changes or you need to know more about something, you know where to go quick. I know we have all googled PCOS symptoms and such. I have seen numerous times, the same sites pop up with all the different searches. If there is a place you keep landing for great information, bookmark it. Simple.
Let's do it! Feel free to share some of the great sites you have found with us all. By the way, all the sites I mentioned are on the Power Up for PCOS facebook page under "likes". I do not get credit or paid to brag about them, I am just sharing what has personally helped me. You need to judge each site you find on your own to determine if it is useful to you.
Please respond with an "I did it" on the facebook post. Good Luck!
We are now half way through this challenge. Great job to everyone participating. You should really be proud of yourself.
For Challenge 6, we are going to do some research. I would like each of you to research the web for PCOS sites. I know there are a lot out there but not all are reputable and useful. There are a few type of website that women with PCOS frequent. One is forums or message boards. Another is sites that we follow to keep up to date on PCOS related information. Every woman with PCOS needs her "go to" places for accurate, dependable information when you have questions.
When looking for forums/message boards, keep in mind that some only serve the woman that just go to complain. Try finding some that are uplifting and helpful. We don't need more to bring us down. I have recently switched to using facebook pages instead of forums. One more thing to keep in mind, unless you see credentials, these people are not qualified to give you medical advice. Take what they say as suggestions to research further and please talk to your doctor before actually doing anything that you question may be right.
When looking for sites to keep you up to date on the PCOS world, keep in mind that not all are going to give you accurate, proven information. You don't know who is on the other side of that. It could be a 15 year old girl just finding out about PCOS and posting everything she finds. Nothing wrong with that but you may want to frequent the sites that are created by professionals like doctors, dietitians, nutritionists and such. I personally frequent InCYST, PCOS Diva and Dr. Corey on Facebook. I have a few others like Boston IVF and Natural Health International. These are what sites I have researched to be credible and up to date in the PCOS world. It is changing everyday as we learn more and more about this disease. We need to find sites that are on top of this new information.
Even though I have told you where I go for my information, I would like YOU to research where you feel are great places to frequent. Bookmark them so when something changes or you need to know more about something, you know where to go quick. I know we have all googled PCOS symptoms and such. I have seen numerous times, the same sites pop up with all the different searches. If there is a place you keep landing for great information, bookmark it. Simple.
Let's do it! Feel free to share some of the great sites you have found with us all. By the way, all the sites I mentioned are on the Power Up for PCOS facebook page under "likes". I do not get credit or paid to brag about them, I am just sharing what has personally helped me. You need to judge each site you find on your own to determine if it is useful to you.
Please respond with an "I did it" on the facebook post. Good Luck!
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Power Up for PCOS 10-Day Challenge - Day 5
After this challenge we are officially half way through. We are doing good. We have lost some participants but those that have stuck it out are definitely putting their whole heart into this challenge. Day 4 Challenge of possibilities were inspirational and amazing. I thank each of you for sharing those with me. Hopefully, this challenge opened your eyes that you CAN do these things. I strongly believe that PCOS is very much a power battle to be won. For the first portion, you feel like it has you and you can't do anything but once you turn the tables, everything gets so much easier and you feel so amazing inside and out.
On to Challenge 5. This one is a good one and one that you will definitely agree is a challenge if your not used to doing this already. I know that those of you that have stuck this out so far WILL put the same amount of heart into this that you have for all the other challenges. I have faith in you that you CAN and WILL do this for ONE day!
For Challenge 5, I would like you to eat whole/natural/organic foods for 1 day. I use the 80/20 rule. 80% of my food is whole/natural/organic and the other 20% is not terrible but not perfect either. If I need food in a hurry and would normally go to fast food place, I make a stop at the grocery store instead. Right as you walk in, they have fruits, veggies, and over near the blueberries section, I found a whole bunch of to go stuff. Still be careful about what you are picking up. My point is, this is possible even on the run. Don't get me wrong, I still struggle with this. This is something that I have worked hard on with my health coach, the PCOS Diva.
As you go about your day, write down your feelings here and there. Try to notice if you feel more clear minded or if you have more energy. Pay attention to your body. The biggest thing I have accomplished has been to get in-tune with my body. I know now that when I eat junk, I feel foggy and can't think clear. I am tired and sometimes get a headache too. I have become very aware of what's going on inside me. It has helped me figure out which supplements I should be on, which foods my body needs right now and if I need to stop and take some me time.
So, there you go, eat whole/natural food atleast 80% (aim for 100% for atleast today to challenge yourself more) and journal some thoughts and feelings of what you feel going on. We can do this! I am right there with you.
On to Challenge 5. This one is a good one and one that you will definitely agree is a challenge if your not used to doing this already. I know that those of you that have stuck this out so far WILL put the same amount of heart into this that you have for all the other challenges. I have faith in you that you CAN and WILL do this for ONE day!
For Challenge 5, I would like you to eat whole/natural/organic foods for 1 day. I use the 80/20 rule. 80% of my food is whole/natural/organic and the other 20% is not terrible but not perfect either. If I need food in a hurry and would normally go to fast food place, I make a stop at the grocery store instead. Right as you walk in, they have fruits, veggies, and over near the blueberries section, I found a whole bunch of to go stuff. Still be careful about what you are picking up. My point is, this is possible even on the run. Don't get me wrong, I still struggle with this. This is something that I have worked hard on with my health coach, the PCOS Diva.
As you go about your day, write down your feelings here and there. Try to notice if you feel more clear minded or if you have more energy. Pay attention to your body. The biggest thing I have accomplished has been to get in-tune with my body. I know now that when I eat junk, I feel foggy and can't think clear. I am tired and sometimes get a headache too. I have become very aware of what's going on inside me. It has helped me figure out which supplements I should be on, which foods my body needs right now and if I need to stop and take some me time.
So, there you go, eat whole/natural food atleast 80% (aim for 100% for atleast today to challenge yourself more) and journal some thoughts and feelings of what you feel going on. We can do this! I am right there with you.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Power Up for PCOS 10-Day Challenge - Day 4
I'm so proud of the ladies involved in this challenge. You have proven you will not give up and you are committed. You are now ready to be part of something bigger. Which brings me to the Day 4 Challenge.
Day 4 is about possibility. We do not realize what we are capable of until we are pushed to that point. This is that point. You have a choice right now to take your PCOS and DO something with it.
Let me give you a quick peek at how I did that. I chose to do something for ME to get healthy so I said I was going to walk to raise money for research. I knew that I was probably going to be the only one walking but I was going to do it anyways. I found courage at my worst moment and that was what I needed to overcome all the obstacles in order to get this walk going. I did not give up and I pushed through finding a place to donate the money to, where to have the walk, getting sponsors and so much more. You can read more about my story here http://powerupforpcos.blogspot.com/2011/09/blessed-to-have-pcos.html
Now, let's get to the Day 4 Challenge. Your challenge is to create a list of 10 big things you can do that would help you and others in the PCOS world. Think of things that you would enjoy doing and you can find passion in. I created a walk-a-thon and a PCOS Network that is helping women all over the world. This started with just little old me deciding I was going to walk by myself to raise money for PCOS research. Anything is possible.
Some examples are making PCOS awareness jewelry, knitting or crocheting PCOS items, becoming a Power Up for PCOS Network Representative in your state or holding a event like a cooking class. Figure out what you would LOVE to do. Then you could donate all proceeds to PCOS research. We personally donate all proceeds to InCYST Institute for Hormone Health. They were the only place out there I could find that actually did research and not just awareness. FYI: Read the history of why this institute started and it will bring you to tears. It was because of my calls for my walk. http://www.incyst.com/2011/03/what-would-you-all-think-of-research.html
OK, back to the challenge. So i'm not asking you to go out there and do all these things. I'm just challenging you to create the list of possibilities. My hope is that after this 10-Day Challenge, you will feel so inspired that you will actually go out and do one of these items on your list. I know from my experience that the more I focus on helping others, the more I tend to focus on my PCOS as well.
Please post atleast an "Idid it" Feel free to post your list as well as comments on here or Facebook.
Day 4 is about possibility. We do not realize what we are capable of until we are pushed to that point. This is that point. You have a choice right now to take your PCOS and DO something with it.
Let me give you a quick peek at how I did that. I chose to do something for ME to get healthy so I said I was going to walk to raise money for research. I knew that I was probably going to be the only one walking but I was going to do it anyways. I found courage at my worst moment and that was what I needed to overcome all the obstacles in order to get this walk going. I did not give up and I pushed through finding a place to donate the money to, where to have the walk, getting sponsors and so much more. You can read more about my story here http://powerupforpcos.blogspot.com/2011/09/blessed-to-have-pcos.html
Now, let's get to the Day 4 Challenge. Your challenge is to create a list of 10 big things you can do that would help you and others in the PCOS world. Think of things that you would enjoy doing and you can find passion in. I created a walk-a-thon and a PCOS Network that is helping women all over the world. This started with just little old me deciding I was going to walk by myself to raise money for PCOS research. Anything is possible.
Some examples are making PCOS awareness jewelry, knitting or crocheting PCOS items, becoming a Power Up for PCOS Network Representative in your state or holding a event like a cooking class. Figure out what you would LOVE to do. Then you could donate all proceeds to PCOS research. We personally donate all proceeds to InCYST Institute for Hormone Health. They were the only place out there I could find that actually did research and not just awareness. FYI: Read the history of why this institute started and it will bring you to tears. It was because of my calls for my walk. http://www.incyst.com/2011/03/what-would-you-all-think-of-research.html
OK, back to the challenge. So i'm not asking you to go out there and do all these things. I'm just challenging you to create the list of possibilities. My hope is that after this 10-Day Challenge, you will feel so inspired that you will actually go out and do one of these items on your list. I know from my experience that the more I focus on helping others, the more I tend to focus on my PCOS as well.
Please post atleast an "Idid it" Feel free to post your list as well as comments on here or Facebook.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Power Up for PCOS 10-Day Challenge - Day 3
Great job on Day 2. You have proven that you will not give up when giving a harder task to accomplish. I will post your stories soon. Don't forget to respond with "I did it" to show us all you participated.
Day 3 is probably one if the easiest. Join the Power Up for PCOS Network. The purpose of this challenge is for you to take an active role in your PCOS support from others. Our network is currently designing training programs to train representatives in each state to hold educational support groups, events like the walk-a-thon we just had here in Nashua, NH and so much more. You will develop a support network of your own with other women where you live. You will gain some valuable friendships along the way too as I have. You have a choice right here and now to be a part of that. I have seen posts and comments everywhere that people want to know what PCOS events are out there and that they want support groups. Here's your chance! Be active!
We will start training shortly after the new year and we will start with the states that have the most interest first so if you want to be one of the first states trained, let's get people signed up. At the moment, we have people in almost every state, we are definitely on our way.
You can join our Network by going to http://www.powerupforpcos.com and clicking on PCOS Network.
If you are ready to take on the challenge of becoming a representative then e-mail you information to info@powerupforpcos.com.
Hint: tomorrow focus' on possibility and it will be so much fun.
Day 3 is probably one if the easiest. Join the Power Up for PCOS Network. The purpose of this challenge is for you to take an active role in your PCOS support from others. Our network is currently designing training programs to train representatives in each state to hold educational support groups, events like the walk-a-thon we just had here in Nashua, NH and so much more. You will develop a support network of your own with other women where you live. You will gain some valuable friendships along the way too as I have. You have a choice right here and now to be a part of that. I have seen posts and comments everywhere that people want to know what PCOS events are out there and that they want support groups. Here's your chance! Be active!
We will start training shortly after the new year and we will start with the states that have the most interest first so if you want to be one of the first states trained, let's get people signed up. At the moment, we have people in almost every state, we are definitely on our way.
You can join our Network by going to http://www.powerupforpcos.com and clicking on PCOS Network.
If you are ready to take on the challenge of becoming a representative then e-mail you information to info@powerupforpcos.com.
Hint: tomorrow focus' on possibility and it will be so much fun.
Monday, October 10, 2011
Power Up for PCOS 10-Day Challenge - Day 2
Woo Hoo! Day 1 accomplished. So many of you posted your results. This was such an important step in our journey. Don't ever be afraid to talk about your PCOS. For me, it has made this journey move forward instead of holding me back.
Now on to Day 2. Tuesday's challenge is to share your PCOS story. This is important to show where we were or are at the moment so we can look back and see how far we have come. I shared my PCOS story on this blog and I look back to about a year ago and I am just amazed at how far I have come. Make sure as your sharing your story to include emotional heath as well as physical and even spiritual. This is YOUR story and this should be the last time you are in this place. From this moment on, you are moving on in your journey. You are taking charge of your future and you PCOS. During the rest of this 10 day challenge, you will be working on looking forward and MOVING forward.
To share your story, please e-mail it to info@powerupforpcos.com You do NOT need to include your full name. Just your first name and last initial. No other contact information will be included. I will post your story on this blog.
I have now decided as well that since we are all doing this challenge together and working so hard on our new path, we deserve to be rewarded. Everyone that completes all 10 challenges will receive a personalized certificate e-mailed to them which they can print out and frame. At the end of the challenge when you have completed all challenges, please e-mail your first name and last name to info@powerupforpcos.com also included in the subject: PCOS Certificate.
Good Luck in Day 2 and have fun!
Now on to Day 2. Tuesday's challenge is to share your PCOS story. This is important to show where we were or are at the moment so we can look back and see how far we have come. I shared my PCOS story on this blog and I look back to about a year ago and I am just amazed at how far I have come. Make sure as your sharing your story to include emotional heath as well as physical and even spiritual. This is YOUR story and this should be the last time you are in this place. From this moment on, you are moving on in your journey. You are taking charge of your future and you PCOS. During the rest of this 10 day challenge, you will be working on looking forward and MOVING forward.
To share your story, please e-mail it to info@powerupforpcos.com You do NOT need to include your full name. Just your first name and last initial. No other contact information will be included. I will post your story on this blog.
I have now decided as well that since we are all doing this challenge together and working so hard on our new path, we deserve to be rewarded. Everyone that completes all 10 challenges will receive a personalized certificate e-mailed to them which they can print out and frame. At the end of the challenge when you have completed all challenges, please e-mail your first name and last name to info@powerupforpcos.com also included in the subject: PCOS Certificate.
Good Luck in Day 2 and have fun!
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Power Up for PCOS 10-Day Challenge - Day 1
Welcome to the Power Up for PCOS 10-Day Challenge. I'm very excited for the journey we are about to embark on. Even though it is only 10 days, they will all be very important challenges for our PCOS and will have such a dramatic effect on our lives.
I will post challenges the evening before so you have time to prepare yourself. Most do not require you to get anything, it is just doing things.
So, here it is! The first challenge is to go tell 3 people that you have PCOS. That's it! You are probably one of two people right now. You are either thinking to yourself, what's so big about that or you are thinking, NO WAY! Hopefully, instead of thinking that way, you are thinking, wow, that's great, I can't wait.
So what's the big deal about telling 3 people about your PCOS? It is so important to talk about your PCOS OUTLOUD. From my personal experience, it was difficult at first to talk about my PCOS. I didn't want everyone thinking, oh my, that's why she has those tiny black hairs on her chin or oh my, that's why she's overweight. We need to get over this thinking. When I finally got over my fear and started talking about it, I found out people all around me have it and I never knew. There is nothing to be ashamed about in our PCOS. So what, I have tiny black hairs on my chin. Ooh, big deal. Move on!
What are the benefits of talking about your PCOS? First, you get over fear and you finally get to the point where you don't care what people think. Second, you may end up helping someone get diagnosed or feel not so alone our there with their PCOS and so much more.
So that's the big first challenge. Go out there and tell 3 people about your PCOS. Let them ask questions and try to answer them if you can. Tell them a little blurb about it, like the fact that it effects 1 in 5 women or something like that. Maybe mention some of the symptoms.
I will be doing this 10 Day challenge right along with you. Please post your experiences, even just a "I did it" on the Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/powerupforpcos
For some reason, blogger is not letting everyone post, just a few here and there. I can't even comment on it myself.
I will post challenges the evening before so you have time to prepare yourself. Most do not require you to get anything, it is just doing things.
So, here it is! The first challenge is to go tell 3 people that you have PCOS. That's it! You are probably one of two people right now. You are either thinking to yourself, what's so big about that or you are thinking, NO WAY! Hopefully, instead of thinking that way, you are thinking, wow, that's great, I can't wait.
So what's the big deal about telling 3 people about your PCOS? It is so important to talk about your PCOS OUTLOUD. From my personal experience, it was difficult at first to talk about my PCOS. I didn't want everyone thinking, oh my, that's why she has those tiny black hairs on her chin or oh my, that's why she's overweight. We need to get over this thinking. When I finally got over my fear and started talking about it, I found out people all around me have it and I never knew. There is nothing to be ashamed about in our PCOS. So what, I have tiny black hairs on my chin. Ooh, big deal. Move on!
What are the benefits of talking about your PCOS? First, you get over fear and you finally get to the point where you don't care what people think. Second, you may end up helping someone get diagnosed or feel not so alone our there with their PCOS and so much more.
So that's the big first challenge. Go out there and tell 3 people about your PCOS. Let them ask questions and try to answer them if you can. Tell them a little blurb about it, like the fact that it effects 1 in 5 women or something like that. Maybe mention some of the symptoms.
I will be doing this 10 Day challenge right along with you. Please post your experiences, even just a "I did it" on the Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/powerupforpcos
For some reason, blogger is not letting everyone post, just a few here and there. I can't even comment on it myself.
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