As Coco Chanel states, a girl should be 2 things: Classy and Fabulous! I agree 100% with her... BUT, I would add one more word: Confident!!
What woman doesn't want all 3?!
To me, when I truly feel fabulous I show it, it exudes from my entire being. My confidence in myself shows and this is when I feel that Im at my best! This year I decided it was going to be my year to focus on the inside and not only the outside, time to create true balance in my life.
Last year I was crowned the title of a PRO Bikini Model with the WBFF. I had worked so hard on my physical, I was exuberant of my achievement but I also craved and missed true balance in my life. At times certain goals overtake our lives and that's ok but we must always remember that the key to true happiness is balance in all areas of our lives. I needed this in my business, my family time, my relationships, my other goals, my friends and the list goes on. There is only so much time during the day, how do we fit it all in and still feel fabulous?!
My 1st step to feeling fabulous: Appreciation!! Everyday I pick one or two items in my life, whether its a person, a circumstance, etc and truly be grateful and appreciative of this in my life. This turns around any negative thoughts or feelings I may have going on that day, and it helps ease the feeling being overwhelmed.
My 2nd step: Personal Time Outs
I have come to the decision that each day per week I have "ME TIME" just to focus on me. I allow myself to spend an hour any way I would like and all by myself. It could be taking a new class, reading a book, time outside, or whatever I decide. I've noticed the peace and excitement it has added to my life! I make that ME TIME a priority just like any other appointment and rarely do I cancel on myself! :)
My 3rd step: Learning something new! I'm a business owner and my entrepreneurial mind is always on the go. One of the most exciting aspects of this part of me is learning something new, whether it pertains directly to my business or not. I have noticed by doing this it has affected many decisions I've needed to make, has increased my creativity and keeps my mind healthy and alert!
My 4th step: Surrounding myself with positive people!
I have no time or tolerance anymore for negativity. We get enough with hearing the news, reading the papers, I want to focus on positivity and continue to grow. My circle of friends are very important to me. We share creative ideas, support and encourage each other and the buildup of planning greatness with others is a feeling like no other. You are empowered!
With all these steps my confidence level in myself is high, I appreciate what I have accomplished and how awesome my journey has been! I'm focused on attaining more goals but with balance always in mind! For true fabulousness inside and out you must create a mind, body and soul connection... All must be fed on a continual basis. One cannot be favored more than another. When this is achieved you will exude a fabulous confidence like never before! I call this "My Confidence Garden", always planting, nurturing and weeding out! Always a work in progress for abundant growth! Join me in building your Confidence Garden!
Jeanette Ortega
Owner/Trainer of Extreme Results Fitness
WBFF Pro Bikini Model
Published writer/ model
Jeanette will be a guest at both February Willow Tree events!
Know yourself well; step back and analyze what you are doing, who you are spending time with, and your choices.