Think about it. You’ll move heaven and earth for your spouse, your kids, your career. You’ll tackle whatever challenges come your way to support others. But when it comes to standing in front of the mirror and taking action for yourself, sometimes all you see is exhaustion, frustration, or even tears. No fire. No fight.

Healthy living isn’t just about calories in and calories out. For a lot of people, it’s a real battle—a mental and emotional war you didn’t sign up for. You gather your tools: meal plans, workout apps, motivational podcasts. But often, before you even start, defeat has already crept in.

So, the question becomes: how do you get over yourself? How do you find a way to show up for the person looking back at you in that mirror so you can show up stronger for those you love?

The K.I.S.S. ~ Champion yourself!

Here are three practical things you can do to start showing up for yourself in your health journey:

1. Break It Down to Micro-Actions
   Big goals are intimidating. “I want to lose 30 pounds” or “I’m going to finally be consistent with exercise” can feel paralyzing. Instead, identify the smallest possible action you can take today. It might be as simple as drinking a glass of water first thing in the morning or putting on your workout shoes. The point is to create momentum. Real example: Sarah couldn’t keep up with hour-long workouts, so she started walking 5 minutes a day around her block. That small win built confidence and eventually led to 30-minute walks and beyond. The feeling: Initially awkward and slow. Over time, empowering. This is your “showing up” muscle flexing.

2. Reframe the Story You Tell Yourself
   Often, the battle is internal. The mirror reflects not just your body but your harsh self-judgment. Reframe that internal dialogue. Instead of “I’m too weak to do this” say, “I’m learning what works for me.” Jenna spent years hating her “failures” to stick to diets. When she shifted her mindset to curiosity—“What can this tell me about what I truly enjoy?”—her effort shifted from punishment to exploration. That transition feels uncomfortable; it’s rewiring the brain, but it’s necessary.

3. Anchor Yourself to Your Why, Then Make It Visible
   When motivation wanes, you forget why you started. Write down your real reasons: for energy to play with your kids, to feel confident in your skin, to live longer for your family. Place that note where you’ll see it daily—on the fridge, bathroom mirror, phone wallpaper. Real example: Paul put his kids’ photos on his treadmill and told himself every step was for their future. Some days, it didn’t work—he still didn’t want to run. But the reminder nudged him to lace up anyway. Transitioning sounds like discipline wearing down resistance, brick by brick.

Remember: your health is your wealth. Taking care of your mind, body, and spirit isn’t selfish—it’s the foundation for being the person your loved ones need.

Showing up for yourself is the hardest battle, but it’s the one worth fighting every single day.

You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to show up.

So, what’s your micro-action for today? What story will you rewrite? What note will you place in your world as a visible promise? Start there—and build from it.

"Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"