Weathering the Storm

The main point I aim to drive home in my book “The Human Right of Happiness” is that being happy is a state of mind; a feeling that is attained by simply making the conscious decision to be happy.

But sometimes we are hit with unexpected occurrences that take a toll on our emotional state and become trapped in our negative thoughts and unhappy feelings, and before we know it, we become depressed, emotionally unbalanced, or simply overwhelmed by the cause and affects of day-to-day life. It is at this point that happiness seems like an unattainable place for us.

During these the times we have to find a way to get through the rough periods in life and break out of the negative mental thoughts that keep us suppressed, distressed and depressed. These are the times that our family, friends and loved ones encourage us with their words of wisdom, positive affirmations and forward thinking in efforts to help us “weather the storm”.

And even though happiness is a choice, sometimes, making the decision to be happy is easier said than done. Making the decision to be happy is the first step, and being emotionally balanced is the perfect re-enforcement to support this decision.

This week I will share some incredible ways to help you reach that “BALANCE” during the trying times of life so you can continue on your path of a happy life even when things don’t look so promising. So stay tuned, trust me, this is a week you won’t want to miss!

xoxo

Miss Hite

Practicing the Attitude of Gratitude

With Mother’s Day rapidly approaching I am so incredibly grateful for my life! I have a beautiful, wonderful mother and beautiful, wonderful friends who are magnificent mommies as well!

This mother’s day reconfirms that we all have something to be grateful for! I don’t care if it’s your mother, your play mother, your baby’s momma, or your baby’s momma’s momma! I know there’s at least one mother in your life who you can be grateful for!
When it comes to being happy, gratitude is EVERYTHING.

My personal gratitude list is endless, but I have a couple of things I’m grateful for that I would like to share with all of you.

I thank God for my family, who are always there for me no matter what. Such a beautiful group of individuals inside and out! Love you guys!

I’m ever so grateful for all of my friends who read my blog. You all inspire me to be a better writer, a better communicator and most importantly, a better person. Thanks! You all are AMAZING!!!

I’m also thankful for the power granted upon me everyday by God that allows me to handle all things that come my way and for all of the beautiful things he’s bestowed upon my life.

Last but certainly not least I am grateful for my book The Human Right of Happiness that is bringing so much positivity into my life that it’s almost ridunculous! (almost) The best thing is… there is still more to come. Stay tuned for blogs on subjects like; pursuing your dreams, how to handle a job you HATE, and tips on dating, love, relationships and even being single (oh yeah, the best is yet to come).

So this weekend I challenge you to be grateful for any and every thing you can think of. Gratitude is one of the several Amendments to follow in order to claim your human right to be happy! Being grateful instantly makes you happier and opens your eyes to incredible things that you didn’t even know existed!

Have a wonderful, safe and beautiful Mothers Day Weekend!

LOVE U MOMMY!!!

xoxo

Miss Hite

Melting the Pounds Away by Summer Part III of III

I don’t profess to be a doctor nor is my degree in a health related field. The jewels I share with you are things that have worked for me. Through experience I’ve learned that the whole weight loss process takes time and as I stated in previous blog “[sometimes] it’s our perception on how to achieve our goals that keeps us from sticking with them.”

To lose weight and keep it off you have to BELIEVE in a new healthy lifestyle that’s manageable and one that you will stick to.
Below you will find 5 tips that I personally used to melt pounds off and kept them off! But it didn’t happen overnight. Long lasting weight loss is a process of changing your life for the better and we all know that sometimes progress can be a slow process.

[Disclaimer: Consult your physician before practicing any of the methods below.]

1. Add a fruit or vegetable to every meal. Even if you’re eating something really unhealthy adding fruits and veggies will help fill you up quicker and give you healthy nutrients that you don’t usually get.

2. Start eating at home more. It takes at least 35 minutes to drive, order, pick-up and bring home food from restaurants. So why not take those 35 minutes to prepare the same meal at home? It’s healthier because you control the ingredients and portion sizes and you’re less prone to germs and other yucky things that weirdo’s do to people’s food in public places (did you hear about the blood in the ketchup packages… YUCK!!!)

3. Get physical everyday for at least 30 minutes. Make it a way of life. Find a work out plan that works for you and stick to it. (2 of those days should be low impact)

4. If you’re not hungry DON’T EAT! I know that sounds like common sense, but you won’t believe how much we do it.

5. Keep a positive mindset about your current body. Stop yourself every time you think or say something negative about your weight, eating habits and body. If you happen to slip up, counteract that negative thought or statement with a positive one (out loud). We have to love the body God has given us in order to be happy. :-D


Follow these steps in conjunction with the other advice from my upcoming book The Human Right of Happiness and before you know it your sides will start to shrink, those thighs will become firmer and you can fit your skinny jeans again! And in a year you’ve gotten rid of 30 excess pounds.

I know what you’re thinking… “A YEAR!?!?!” Yep, you heard me correctly, a year. But look at it this way… last time this year how much weight did you want to lose...? You got it, that same pesky 30 pounds. So would you rather be 30 lbs lighter next year this time or continue to try to lose 30 lbs the same way you’ve been trying. Remember, the weight didn’t come on overnight, so it’s not going to come off overnight.

xoxo

Miss Hite