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8. Spend some time "cleaning house." This is intended to be both literal and figurative. When our homes are a cluttered mess, it’s impossible to function well. Ditto for our schedules. Create a list of your activities and decide which ones aren’t contributing to your overall purpose in life. "De-fluff" that schedule and concentrate on those activities that bring meaning to your life, and ultimately to others!

9. Stop comparing yourself to other women. We’re bombarded by images of "perfect" women every day. It’s easy to get caught up in all of it and feel as though we’ll never measure up – and chances are, we won’t. Let's get real! These images are results of computer imagery, great lighting, professional make-up artists, self-starvation, plastic surgery and really good genes. Stop comparing yourself to a fantasy and just be the best you that you can be.

10. Reward yourself. It’s OK to feel good about yourself! And it’s OK, and beneficial, to reward yourself for your accomplishments, no matter how small they may seem. A meal at your favorite restaurant, a date at the movies, a new outfit, a bubble bath… whatever you wouldn't normally take the time to do, as long as it contributes to your wellbeing, is a great reward!

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Carrie Myers Smith
Carrie is an ACSM-certified personal trainer with a bachelor's degree in exercise science and health education. Her work has appeared in several publications, including Shape, Fitness, Cooking Light and Fit Pregnancy.
Carrie Myers Smith

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