I was finally getting into a good rhythm with my workouts… and then came the biggest spike in COVID cases this week in Iowa. So, yeah, it might be home gym strength workouts for me again.

I don’t wanna
Working out at home is just NOT the same for me – in terms of motivation, experience, willpower – as being in a group environment. Maybe it’s the same for you. This TED talk helps… kinda.

I can do hard things
My mantra, my reminder. I can do hard things… and I can do hard things and really, really suck at them. How to psych yourself up for hard things. One part confidence, an accountability partner, and a dash of courage. {via Trail Runner Magazine}

if I act, my mood will follow
Motivation can be fleeting – and sometimes even completely avoid you (sorry). So, is motivation overrated? {via Growth EQ} In short, don’t underestimate the power of action.

I am strong, I am invincible, I am… resilient?
Like so many other concepts that came before it, resilience gets a bad rap (in that you either are, or you aren’t kind of way). Resilience is a skill. To be taught. To be learned. What’s the secret formula? {via NYT}

I am master of my domain
Or something. Positive mindset as a catalyst for success. {via Medium} Takeaway: Positive self-talk works!