Delays In Reaching Goals Happens Sometimes

Greetings Dear Reader!

Thanks as always for stopping by!

So I have been in the process of relocating to the great state of Missouri. I am liking it in the St. Louis / Kirkwood areas more than I ever anticipated.

While finding a great apartment with the longest patio ever and hardwood floors in the living room plus a real fireplace (not the flip the switch kind - although those are very nice, too).

Well, I would give more details about my place such as how I look out into a forest when I'm on the balcony but I'm talking about reaching goals not my new pad.

Photo of the long balcony!

So I got "understandably" delayed in getting out my next Years Alive, Not Years Old Novelette. Although the first one (Lucky At The Lake) is out and available for your reading your pleasure!

http://www.amazon.com/Lucky-At-Lake-Years-Novelette/dp/150015072X/ref=sr_1_6/190-2135917-1898816?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1403557762&sr=1-6

Now that things have settled down (a bit anyway), I will continue with posting on this blog which helps me as much as I hope it helps you.

Delays happen but that's okay because by having a clearly stated goal, you can and will get back on track.

Best wishes for our (yours and mine) optimal quality of life,
Kaja Green-Tovar

The First Thing You'll Need To Reach A Goal

Greetings Dear Reader!

Thanks for stopping by! Throughout the remainder of June 2014, I am writing motivational tips about reaching our goals.

The first step to reaching a goal is to set one and make sure it's S.M.A.R.T.

A SMART goal is one that is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-wise.

A recent goal that I set was to self-publish my novelette Lucky On The Lake, by Wednesday 11 June 2014.

Having the idea of self-publishing was only idea until I made plans to make it a reality. Making plans and taking action steps to turn my idea into a reality is what made it a goal.

Share about a goal you have. Please allow 24 hours for me to respond to any comments!

Best wishes for our (yours and mine) optimal quality of life!
Kaja Green-Tovar

Reaching Our Goals!

Greetings Dear Reader!

Thanks for stopping by. I have been gallivanting around the St. Louis, New Madrid, Fenton, and the Ozark National Scenic Riverways areas in the state of Missouri.

Today I'm back in St. Louis along with the two amazing cats I agree to take care for the next year! It's nice to be trusted with a loved ones pets.

     **By the way, they are pretty good travelers!

 

 



Anyways, I'm sharing this information to let you know that although I'm still travelling, I am back to blogging!

For the remainder of June 2014 I will share motivational quotes and anecdotes for reaching our goals and following our dreams no matter what our current circumstances look like!

Here's some motivation:
As a human being, you have probably experienced your share of highs and lows, but if you're still breathing, that means you got through it alive. If need be, you will find the necessary strength to make it through any lows so you can enjoy the highs of life and forge ahead to reaching your goals.

Best wishes for our (yours and mine) optimal quality of life!
Kaja Green-Tovar

Don't Worry About Changing Your Mind!

Greetings Dear Reader!

Sometimes we have to make decisions based on the information presented to us or how we "feel". This is all well and dandy as long as we remember that we have the right to change our mind.

While I am definitely one for being decisive and taking action, I understand that it is okay to change our minds. If you are the kind of person who feels "guilty", "fickle", or "immature" for changing your mind... stop!

Don't worry about what anyone else thinks about you changing your mind unless it impacts them in some way. If your decision is a personal one that does not involve others, don't worry about changing your mind!


You are the only one who has to live with your decisions. People may observe what is going on in your life, but unless they are obsessed with you, they will not care for long. So go ahead, be true to yourself. Make your decisions, but as new information becomes available, or if you simply have a change of heart, don't worry about changing your mind.

You are FREE to decide to go with a different decision anytime you choose!

Best wishes for you to worry less,
Kaja Green-Tovar

Motivation To NOT Worry In A Song!

Greetings Dear Reader!

Thanks for stopping by. Below is a link to video for motivation to not worry. The motivation is in the form of a song.

I own no rights to the song or video. I'm simply providing a link to it. Watch it. It's cool!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-diB65scQU

Best wishes for our (yours and mine) optimal health and wellness,
Kaja Green-Tovar :-)

Instead Of Worrying About Your Weight, Do This!

Greetings Dear Reader!

Many of us worry about our weight. While being concerned about it can be helpful, worrying can be harmful. When we are concerned about our weight, we recognize the need for improvement or maintenance. When we are worried about our weight, we are likely to feel forlorn and upset about it.

Instead of worrying, recognize your concern and make efforts to do something about changing, improving, or maintaining your weight. If how you look in, or out, of your clothes concerns you, start taking action to address the issues you have.

First, be thankful for your body and its functioning. After all, it is the instrument or vehicle that allows you to experience life on earth. Basically, be grateful for your body vehicle. You can work on it so it looks and functions better by CHOOSING to nourish it with healthy foods, adequate sleep, and physical activity.

Second, do what you can with the resources you have available to incorporate more physical activity into your life. If you can walk, walk. If you can jog, jog. If you can swim, swim. These things can be done at a gym or the park. Instead of a night out at the movies, go bowling or skating.

Third, if you watch television, be active through commercials. Same for online videos. If you're watching a video and it's interrupted with a commercial or advertisement, get up and move! You can do this! :)

As always, feel free to leave a comment.

For A to Z motivational tips, get the book (available in print and on kindle):

http://www.amazon.com/A-B-C-Book-Health-Fitness-Motivation/dp/1481091409

Best wishes for our (yours and mine) optimal health and wellness,
Kaja Green-Tovar

Replace Thoughts Of Worry

Greetings Dear Reader!

Today's tip to help you diminish or do away with worrying is to:

Replace thoughts of worry with an activity or a different thought.

The above tip is simple and effective. Replacing thoughts of worry does not mean you stop caring. It just means that you take a time-out and get some mental rest from the situation you are fretting about.

Here's an example:
Let's say you worry because you're late for work. Replace your thoughts of worrying about being late with something like the following:

Replacement Thought #1: "I am late, but I when I get to work I will be very productive."

Replacement Thought #2: "I am late for my dinner date, but I will drive safely and arrive in good spirits!"

Feel free to leave a replacement thought in the comments section.

Remember: Helpful tips for overcoming worrying will be provided here for the remainder of May 2014!

Best wishes for our (yours and mine) optimal health and wellness!
Kaja Green-Tovar