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Transformation Exercise #12
The Awesome Power of Words
When I sit down to meet with people who are contemplating transformation, within a few minutes, I can tell you just about exactly what they think about. ESP? Well, not exactly. It's more a matter of consciously listening to the words they gravitate towards. Those words carry a frequency, an energy. Positive ones have an immediate impact which uplifts others and ourselves.
"What we hold in mind, what we think about, and what we talk about,
we bring more of into our lives."
Very often, what I see is that early on in the transformation process, people aren't all that aware of how they utilize their words. And that's exactly what I would expect. But as the weeks go by and as the transformer does the work I ask, their awareness heightens and they begin to see the importance of their thoughts and words more and more clearly.
When I sat down to meet with Marty Goldman earlier this year, we talked about the power of words and how important they would be to successfully accomplishing his goal of complete transformation; body and soul. Marty picked up on this quickly and worked hard to overcome negative words that he would hear over and over again in his mind; damaging words he lived with since early childhood. By acknowledging them, and being willing to let them go, then working each day to replace old patterns with new ways of writing and speaking, Marty began to change, inside. He discovered that as he learned to give others positive words of encouragement and care, he was able to be increasingly more positive and compassionate with himself. And that is vitally important to our long-term spiritual well-being.
Marty speaks his words from the heart and has become a powerfully positive and healthy person now. He's 71 lbs lighter, and a hundred percent more alive. The change he made this year has already inspired hundreds of others to make the conscious decision to make a change – to stop settling for a mediocre life and to begin doing the work to realize their fullest God-given potential, physically and spiritually.
Are We Speaking Spirits?
In Genesis 1:3, it tells us, "And God said, Let there be light: and there was light." Throughout Genesis we see that when "God said" something, then it was. Literally or metaphorically God's creative power is demonstrated through the spoken word. We are told that we are created in the image or likeness of God; and thus, to me it seems entirely possible that we too are "speaking spirits." That would indicate that like the primordial creative force, we too can bring things into being through our words. That could be really great news. Or not. Depending on how you utilize your words, of course.
As I see it, part of re-creating ourselves inside and out is to begin to utilize positive, creative, powerful words which energize, uplift and brighten our lives. And what a great thing to work on – we literally have the opportunity to practice this every waking minute and hour of each day.
Words which are consciously spoken and written can transmit energies and feelings of inspiration, gratitude, kindness, and love. Likewise, words can help us heal. They can help energize and inspire us. They can help us create the transformation we see in our future vision. In fact, when we become very conscious with our words, we can reach the point where almost everything we say, and everything we write, becomes a form of prayer, and a way of manifesting intentions from the unseen world to physical reality, and vice versa.
The Work
I want you to really feel the stunning, transformative power of your own words. You see, it's one thing to understand a concept when it's presented to you; it's another to experience and internalize it. So let's get started today with Part One this Two-Part exercise. (We'll do Part Two tomorrow.)
Part One: For this part of the exercise, please write, in the Comments section below, precisely how you will look, feel, and be at the 18-week mark of your transformation. Practice utilizing positive, energetic, yet authentic words to form your description. Remember, the very act of writing these words out, and sharing them with others who are also making positive changes in their lives, will help you move forward in the right direction.
Keep up the great work friends and we'll work on Part Two of this tomorrow. Heads up, tomorrow's exercise is a challenging one!
Bill
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I spent today re-reading all the assignments to date and took Bill Phillips' advice and hand wrote them out to allow each lesson to really permeate my soul. There really is something about physically writing and seeing your handwriting. It also allows for review when I can't be near a computer which is the case a lot this summer! Anyway, here is my take on Assignment 12a; writing how precisely I will look, feel and be at the 18 week mark of my transformation. At the end of my 18 week transformation I will look healthy, radiant, fit, strong, athletic and slim. I will feel joyful, light, happy, empowered and excited. I will be grateful, encouraged, patient, loving, confident, self-diciplined and open. I WILL BE THE CHANGE!
At the end of the 18 week challenge, I will look like I have a glow on my face that says I am here, I am in the process of bettering my life. I will look like a person who has gained some wisdom and is willing ot learn more. Physically, I will pretty much look the same as I am now but with a healthy more sporty appearance. I will look as if I am representing aging as graceful.
Paying attention to my thinking the past two days, I realized that my thinking is effected by my energy levels. If I'm tired and didn't get a good night sleep, I'm not as patient and I let other peoples comments irritate me. I'm usually a very possitive person and in the past I've let other people influence my moods. I'm learning to go with the flow and relax. I'm learning that their baggage is theirs, not mine. Letting go has helped with the commitee going on in my head. The other day I was going over my program and looking in areas where I can improve, to reach my goals. I was going over areas where I have been slacking, I thought about it and I let it go. In the past, I would have beat myself up for not doing it perfect and would of been anxious about it, probably would have quit and started over. My self talk was so much kinder. Being aware of how we talk to ourselves is so important. Thank you Bill for giving me the tools to heal. Cheri
I will LOOK like Halle Berry (well, a 47 year old version. Gravity really can’t be denied. I know…I’ve tried.) But In essence I will look like her – athletic, curvy, sexy, slim, hot… sizzling hot! At my 25th college reunion this fall fellow alums will stop in their tracks, and gasp, “Could it be? Is it really? Yes… yes… it’s Gaye. And yes, she really does look that good. Oh my gosh, I can’t believe I never noticed the uncanny resemblance she bears to Halle Berry. Amazing!” **********I will FEEL perky. The dictionary definition of perky is “lively, cheerful, and energetic.” My definition of perky is someone who is ready to play. I don’t want to ever, ever, ever stop playing. I plan on being the 80 year old grandmother who can twirl a hula hoop, skip a rope, chug a beer, and do back flips in a pool. (On a side note, I beat my 14 year old in a hula hoop contest this week...40 minutes, I can still chug a 12 ounce beer in 3 seconds, and I did 8 consecutive back flips yesterday without coming up for air. These mad skills have to stay polished. I need to work on my rope jumping – gotta have goals baby!) **********I will BE happy. I will be so happy that people will wonder what the heck I’ve been up to. And when they just can’t stand it anymore, and they simply have to ask, I will gladly tell them. ********** And I will BE the change.
I will be energetic, positive, and believe in me.
When I got started on this challenge I was in a state of depression and really did not realize it. I have completed my 18 weeks and truly feel like a new man. Duing the challenge a colleague of mine mentioned to me that most of my statements were always negative. I was always blaming someone else for my situation. I took notice and paid closer attention to what I was saying and he was correct.. I was not taking responsibility for my situation. I was pointing the finger at someone else. As I worked through the challenge, I was noticing that my attitued was beginning to change and I was paying closer attention to what I said as well as what I thought. I began to take control of my situation and responsibility. I was feeling great. The exercise was allowing the frustration to be channeled somewhere else. I began to notice more of a positive attitude and positive comments. To write the words that would describe this would be as follows: Positive, Courageous, Motivated, Strong, Lovable, Loving, Sensitive, High self esteem, happy, energetic, Looking at the Good rather than the Bad, focused, I can honestly say that without a doubt that I am a better person for completing this challenge and I want to thank all those that encouraged me along the way. I cannot describe how awesome I feel at this time. I am incredibly happy and focused and no longer afraid of success or failure. I have put my trust in the Lord and He will provide May those that read this be Blessed as I am for going through this challenge. Thank you so very much!!!
I will be more of myself than I am now, I will chip away the wall that keeps me from myself and find a new heart full of expression and sharing. At the end of this 18 weeks my new eating plan will be second nature and I will look forward to doing my excersise because I know it's the vehicle that can take me to my destination.
I will be Hulking with slabs of muscle piled on eachother, and I'll be wearing my Blue Bill Phillips muscle shirt that I just washed on my Abs. I'll be lean, veiny and muscley. I'll be a giving, happy go lucky, positive, loving, caring Micheal Angelo Statue. Except my arms and legs will be fully poseable. Maybe like a He-Man action figure without the fuzzy underpants. Well, I'll be wearing clothes though.
At the end of my 18 weeks I will be full of life. I will have toned arms, legs and my after twins stomach will be gone. My back pain will be to a minimum because it is now full of muscle. And my smile will be full and genuine!!!! I will feel like have earned an incredible 18 weeks out of my life. It will be a joy to look back and remember all the joyous and emotional times I have experienced. But I will be aware of how far I have come. I will have the tools to make smart choices about food, my health and what is best for me. I will understand the importance of eating, exercise and balance in my life and I will continue to use the tools I have incorporated. I will feel the presence of God in my life and the peace that it brings. I will be kind to myself and honor my soul to keep my anxiety at bay. And I will take each day as it comes... I will be on the right road to find my true happiness in life. I will have gotten down to my goal weight of 130 pounds with a tone and healthy body...that I earned! I will look into the mirror and say ILOVEYOU and feel it. I will feel proud of my curves. I will have a renewed love for my husband and my children and family because I can feel again. I WANT to give myself again and I will speak with my heart towards everyone. And I will have made some really nice friends that I look forward to each day in nurturing the relationship without feeling guarded. But above all I will love God and give unshelfishly
"What we hold in mind, what we think about, and what we talk about, we bring more of into our lives." I am finding that the statement above is so very true!! For the last 6 weeks I have been working on one of my lowest leve habits which is negative thinking...or what some may call stinkin thinkin!! It is a tuff battle that I have to keep in check every day. There is not an hour that goes by when I am not challenged with this low level habit and I have to decide not to let my mind go there and focus on the complete oppisite of where my mind is naturally wanting to go. When I read this step I knew this is something right up my alley that I needed to do. It's kind of like our step 1-B when we stated what we wanted at the end of the challenge. But here I am focusing on not just what I where I want to be but where I WILL BE!! So here goes At the end of my 18 week transformation I will look: Amazing to be fitting into a size 12 again!! My skin will be radiant from the healthy eating & lot's of water I drank. My stomach will have gone down at least 5 inches and the hard abs will be peaking through to say hello. My arms will be toned, tight and strong!! My hair will have thickned up because I will have gotten my PCOS under control. I will be well on my way to looking like the woman my hubby married 10yrs ago...it will be fun to see her again. At the end of my 18 week transformation I will feel: Energetic, spendin my days productively. Excited about life instead of just showing up for it. Outgoing, loving to socialize instead of hiding in my 4 walls Healthy, taking special care fo the body the Lord gave me instead of letting it be run down w/ bad food, no exercise and negativity. Unstopable when it comes to my success and the success of others instead of just giving up. Positive, focusing on my progress and cheering the progress of others instead of taking a magnifying glass to the faults and failures of myself and those around me. I will have a go get em attitude instead of sitting on the sidelines. Happy about my life instead of just coasting I will feel full of life, living every moment to its fullest instead of just letting life pass by!! At the end of my 18 week transformation I will be: TRANSFORMED MY OWN SUCCESS STORY AN EXAMPLE AN INSPIRATION AN ENCOURAGER A LEADER A TEACHER ( YET NEVER HAVING ARRIVED AND ALWAYS WILLING TO LEARN AND GROW) A MOTIVATOR At the end of these 18 weeks, I will have become someone I haven't seen in a while in myself, and that is the person that completes what I start, no matter how difficult the journey, how high the mountain or how many obstacles stand in my way.
Look - Defined, cut, strong, ripped, awe-inspiring Feel - Confident, accomplished, energetic, transformed, strong Be - Elevated, strong, compassionate, warrior, transformed, motivated
At the 18 week mark in this Transformation I will look youthful, exuberant, strong, athletic, and very fit. I will wear a wide smile that broadcasts the accomplishment of successfully completing the challenge and attaining my goals. I will feel full of energy and completely at peace. I will feel compassion and oneness. I will be uplifted and purposeful. I will be an inspiration. I will be strong, kind, gracious and full of light. I will be humble. I will be extraordinary.
at the end of my challenge i'll be more muscel deffinitios smaller belly live energized start another challenge to continiu on having a better body at work be a proof to my sorounding that i am finishing on what i started and keep on in improving my self
At the end of my 18 week transformation, the culmination of my efforts will result in the following: Physically I will have a body that has reached it’s potential: strong, healthy, and lean. I will have developed my lungs enough that I will no longer suffer from the Asthma that has limited my body for years. That said, I will be able to run a 5K by the end of my Transformation. I have never been able to run for any length of time, and this is one limiting belief that I will smash to bits! I will feel and appear more youthful, and have plenty of energy for my family. Mentally I will have broken the chains of depression without drugs, a disease which has almost ended my life recently. I will smile always because I am content and truly happy with my life. Spiritually, I will reconnect with my source and nurture this relationship at each moment. I will live with presence, enjoying life with a quiet mind and giving heart. I will live with gratitude for all that I have accomplished and earned as well as towards those persons close to me. I will search for my life’s purpose and align my career to support this cause. I will live my dreams!
I recognize the value in this exercise as my affirmations up to this point have been less than precise. AIthough I have a clear concept of the person I would like to be, I don't know that I've ever fully envisioned exactly how I will look and feel. It's always seemed like such an unattainable goal; I've never envisioned it clearly in my mind. Exercise #10 really spoke to me as at the end of this Challenge I want to be "physically healthy, emotionally strong, mentally focused, and spiritually awake." I want my outward appearance to reflect my inner transformation as I believe that I will appear more vibrant, happy, healthy, peaceful, and rested. I don't want weight loss to constantly be in the forefront of my thoughts and actions. I want to be able to live each day to the fullest without worrying about how many calories I'm consuming, how much I'll weigh tomorrow, or how I'm going to appear to myself and others. Before the Challenge, I lived each day in a state of "waiting for something greater" of myself and my surroundings. At the end of 18 weeks, I don't wait to be waiting anymore. I want to live!
My confession here is that I have just completed my 18th week....in fact, I have just started my first week in my third challenge with myself to "Be The Change" that I dream of for this world! I apologize to Bill for not being able to complete each assignment at the designated week....I apologize to any of you reading (if there is anyone out there that finds something intriguing enough to stop and share my thoughts)....if I offend you for not follwoing the rules. If only I could list my setbacks, hardships, and just plain old list of excuses here, I would run out of room and time. So I will spare you the boredom, thank you for reading, and share with you that I am happy to share my growth and realization of the "power of words" referred to in this assignment. On 9/11/01, shortly before and for a very long time after, I contemplated the impact words and actions had on people and their destiny. I prayed to God for Him to use me and my words, my inspirational and motivational words to benefit those that didn't have "my gift", including myself when I needed my pep talks most! He guided me to make a CD that turned out to be rather spiritual, filled with affirmations, dolphin sounds, and waves crashing, to assist with a healing experience while infusing the spirit with all POSITIVE, KIND, LOVING words that came from above the day I went to the studio to merely hear the music my composer and I had been working on. He asked me when I would be ready to record my "work" with his music right after I heard it for the first time. My response was right now! Without previous notes, or further ado, I started to speak, allowing God to speak through me. With the incredibly relaxing music that we had just produced especially for this purpose, the dim lights in the recording studio it was easy to stay centered, focused on Him, and "Let Go, Let God!". (Taking my own advice from the previous assignment!) Words that I needed to hear, acknowledge, infuse my spirit with came flooding out of me. That was it....my first CD was born....it was never re-recorded to change anything, although to the naked ear, it appears as though it could use some "corrections". To my ear, it was exactly what god had asked of me. And so it was! This very meditational CD that was created for an exercise machine that guided me into a moving meditation is the very "spiritually transforming tool" that is responsible for my current transformation and weight loss of 90 POUNDS and still counting. I can't believe I could have anywhere to still count to actually, but I belive I have another 20 pounds in me that are dying to disappear too! God willing...whatever that ultimate number is, only He knows, and only I will know when I get there. The point is, I prayed for something to save my soul, and it is here. I followed my program, listening to my very CD mostly 5 days a week throughout my ENTIRE transformation since last September 2008. It is now June 3, 2009. I am embarking on my third round, and still using my program regularly, for with it, I am infused with direction and purpose. I feel a weight being lifted from my heart each time. For right now, at this very moment, it carries the burden of financial responsibility and the witness of a husband who is ready to break because of our lack of control over it. This program saves me every time and I know for sure without the spiritual growth that it has taught me, I would NOT be writing about my phenomenal accomplishments for I am the one who tried and failed 101 times at the Body-for-Life Challenge over a ten year period!!!!! I am NO STRANGER to challenges, body transformations and make-overs...but I am NEW at being a winner or being praised for my accomplishments and growth! Thank you in advance for your kindness and thoughtfullness if you should share your thoughts....my writings/teachings are to help you see the light and prevent the pain and suffering I experienced if possible. Although, from this pain and suffering, I have come through the other end, stronger, wiser, a better person, and so I intend my words to help you in these ways as well. And if you think my CD may be just what you need to stay on trach and grow spiritually, then "Ask and you shall receive!" Many blessings to you all....T.E.A.M.-Together Everyone Achieves More....Let's do this together! I'm here for you...just a click away! Hugs from California, Demi "Have you been DEMIFIED yet?"
In the beginning of this challenge, I just thought that I would be a smaller version of the "Allison" that started this challenge. The "Allison" that I've always known and didn't like very much. What I have learned, found, realized, call it what you will, is that the old Allison no longer exists. I am a different person all together. I am more focused, motivated, and completely capable of attaining any and all goals that I set for myself. I now see the "Successful Allison" not the "Allison who's always doomed for failure. So here's where I see myself at the end of the 18 weeks. I will be smaller, I will weigh less, I will have more muscle tone and definition, I will be mentally and physically stronger, I will look younger and feel younger, I will wear a size 10 jeans v/s the 16 in the first week, I will be and feel more attractive to and for my husband, I will be and feel more energetic, I will play outdoors with my children, I will be more engaged with my children, I will be and feel more organized, I will be better equipped to prioritize daily tasks, I will purpose to maintain my house, I will look forward to life, I will love life and feel alive again, I will be and feel physically capable to tackle outdoor projects like vegetable gardening, I will be and feel like a success at gardening, I will be earth conscious, I will use less and dispose of less, I will be and feel like a better person for having no time for television and I will be more educated because of it, I will find joy in my newly found hobbies like gardening and sewing, I will have more time for others, I will look at life through a different set of eyes, I will pursue dreams, I will conquer fears, I will live life to the fullest, I will love more, I will live more, I will laugh more, I will play more, I will enjoy more, I will be a success, and I will be a transformed Allison who's looking forward to starting the next challenge in order to continue transforming.
IAt the end of 18 weeks, I wlll feel great and look thinner. I will radiate energy. I will speak kindly and treat everyone nicer. Eating less and eating heatlhy will be an integral part of me. I will exercise regularly. I will be the real me!
At the end of 18 weeks: I will look lean, muscular and tanned. I will look younger. I will look stronger. I will look sexy. I will look like an underwear model. I will be genuinely smiling because I have worked hard to eat right and to train hard and I know that it shows. I will feel proud of my accomplishments. I will not have achieved all of my goals, but I will feel a sense of pride because I accomplished many of them and laid the ground work to accomplish them all. I will feel empowered. I will feel more clear about where I am going and what I am doing. I will feel purposeful. I will feel relevant. I will feel confident. I will feel compassionate. I will be genuinely concerned about others. I will be Transforming. I will have realized that this first 18 weeks is just the first step of many, but it is a step up a mountain that I previously felt was too hard to climb. I will be intentional. I will be conscious. I will be awake. I will be a man that pays attention to how he cares for his physical form. I will be a good steward of my body and my planet. I will be informed. I will be more than a consumer. I will be more than a spectator. I will be patient. I will be kind. I will be slower to speak and slower to anger. I will be a better husband and a better father. I will be a better boss and a better employee. I will be a better human being.
I will look strong, healthy, and alive. I will look lean, fit, and athletic, muscular and radiant. I will feel energetic, free, present, connected, centered, balanced, and alive. I will be an inspiration for others. I will radiate health from the inside out. I will be in alignment with my purpose and my divinity. I will resemble the beauty I was created to embody. I will be the peace, joy, happiness, and love I wish to see in the world!
How do I see myself at the end of my first 18 weeks? I see myself a more positive person who is aware of my words and actions. I help others when in need and have learned to go beyond the negative thinking that has always haunted my mind. I have gone from someone who never believed in herself to a person who takes on new challenges. If I fail, I try again. And when I succeed, I remember how good it feels and revel in the moment for a long as I can. Because I know it's those moments that will propel me on to greater things in my life. I am now person who is physically stronger and no longer relies on others (especially my Husband) to get things accomplished. Because of my greater strength, I have gained more confindence in all areas of my life I had always felt I was too small or to weak to tackle before. I am a confindent women, a loving mother, my Husband's best friend,and a blessed daughter who is so greatful to God for finding the Transformation.com website. I am 3 sizes smaller, 11 lbs lighter, open minded and thankful for the gifts I have received in my life.
At the end my 18 week challenge I will look leaner and feel stronger than ever before. I will inherently be much more disciplined, physically, mentally, and emotionally. I will be grounded spiritually. I will be more goal oriented and willing to accept challenges. I will not be selfish and be more giving to others. I will be unstoppable with anything that I put my mind to. I will be successful in my career and be a leader that others immolate from. I will have the tools to overcome temptation and continually practice health habits. I will maintain my body of life and be an advocate for others who want to physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually transform their lives.
Whew! At the end of this 18-week journey I am a different person. I have overcome an addiction, I unfortunately am in the process of a divorce, and I have never been more grounded in my life. I have learned that no matter what happens to me, what adversities I endure I only have one life. I am in charge of that life and I decide what defines me. The inner strength that I have awakened in me thrugh the grace of God is more powerful than any worldly possessions. I am humble, even tempered, encouraging, and love to witness to those around me. My friendships are REAL, deep and stronger now than at any time in my life. I still struggle with negativity when around those who are lost but I pray for them and sincerely try to help them see the light. I strive to be a noticer to those who need me. Everyday I pray..God use me today to glorify you and make my part of the world a better place!! Thank all of you who encourage me to strive to be better, I feel transformed, light, pretty, and totally blessed!......Renee'
At the end of the 18 week mark I will LOOK happy. I will have a glow to my face, a sparkle in my eyes and a shine in my smile. I will look strong, lean, confident, approachable and healthy. I will FEEL full of energy and creativity. I will feel closer to my God and my family than I ever dreamed possible. I will feel at peace with myself and others. I will feel joy in the moment. I will feel and appreciate the love that surrounds me. I will BE on the path that God made just for me, walking with a big grin on my face. I am so thankful!
How I will look, feel and be: I will look fit, strong, healthy, happy, beautiful. I will feel amazing! I will feel empowered to do and be all I've ever dreamed! I will feel satisfied that I've dug deeper than I ever imagined. I will feel more alive. I will be closer to who I imagine God has designed me to be. I will be the change and will help others to discover the power within themselves to transform one day at a time. I will be fun to be around, helpful and positive. I will be a positive speaker and will fashion my future by the positive words that I speak and think every day!
I will be my best self possible: awake, alive, aware and engaged. I will be present for my family and my friends. I will be happy and full of positive words and actions. I will be the change that I need.
ASSIGNMENT # 12-a As I was listening to talk Radio the other day, I heard someone say the perfect word describing Assignment # 12-a. It may have been Chris Winters or Discodancer, that said, " I am P R E S E N T." I liked that answer, because I am finding more and more as these 18 weeks are winding down to a close for me, that I am now P R E S E N T, too. Because I am not concealing, or hiding behind my addiction to sugar(s), I am ENGAGED in life. I am INVOLVED with my children. I have CLARITY. I am more AT PEACE. I have more UNDERSTANDING. I am more PROACTIVE, instead of reactive. I am CONTENT. Contentment, does not mean that I have accepted mediocrity. It means that I have accepted God's will for me. As every day unfolds, and I listen to His voice, I take another step to follow the path of obedience in this journey he has set before me. I am JOYFUL at what God has done in my life over these past weeks. I WAS blinded, and now I can see!
I am adding my 18 week view of myself: Well and happy. Free of sugar addiction and low self esteem. The type of person that makes people feel good to be around. Not pushy. Not a doormat. A great friend who follows a compassionate heart. Someone who reaches for healthy choices and lives life to the fullest. Someone who greets each day with enthusiasm and ends each day without regret.
I still beat myself up pretty often, and when I think I am being positive, I am actually only taking the edge off of my negativity. So, here goes: at week #18 I have succeeded! I am a positive person. I can not only play with my kids, but I initiate the fun, active activities. I will bathe in the sun on the beach while I get burried up to my neck in sand by my kids. I am strong and resiliant in the workplace. I am running full speed ahead in all activities. I smile all the time. I am shopping for new clothes! I am sharing this success with my wife, who has made a great number of sacrifices so I could focus on myself for 18 weeks! Thank you Tammy!.......DAN
At the end of this challenge I AM: Open, energized, balanced, joyful, transcendant, abundant, tranquil, renewed, authentic and aware! I am BECOMING the best person I can be. I am BEGINNING to live up to my full potential. I radiate life, love and light.
I will be healthier and stronger, although I won't be at my ideal weight. That will take a few Transformations to achieve. I will be happier and more joyful. I won't be taking as many medications. I will be focused on more than me but on others who are in the middle of their own transformations. I will be taking time for me because I have value and if I take time for me then I will have more time for others. I will spend mornings with my God and build on my relationship with him. My energy level will be tremendous and I will shine my light for others. God will be first in my life and the rest will follow!
How will I look, feel and be at the 18th week mark of the transformation? I'll be a healthy weight and size for me. I'll feel so happy that I actually committed and crossed the finish line. I'll feel very grateful that I have a second chance to be the person I knew was there. A person who is happy, excited, not afraid and who doesn't live for just myself, but cares for others as well. To live a "self-less" life and not a "selfish" life. Feed my faith and starve doubt to death!
Well, here are the words that will describe the last day of this transformation challenge (and coincidentally, the beginning of many more wonderful days.): Empowered, profoundly healhy, less complicated, responsible, in control, sure, assured, able to love freely, fully prepared, uncommonly and contagiously happy, able to vanquish challenges (as opposed to avoiding them), fearless, thankful, and grateful. Whew!!
Its amazing how this is becoming more obvious to me. Duh. I sometimes have a difficult time getting back to the transformation website and I will slowly feell myself falling. Then I come back here and are reminded of what is real and important, and what is life fluff. One of the greatest tools I have is the assignment 11 print out that sums up our exercises so far. I read this aloud everyday, think about what it means and am empowered. (thankyou Bill). So one of my goals that I now have (that I didn't when I started) is to be positive in everything I say to myself and others. I've come to feel that out of my mouth can come either a blessing or a curse, and I feel that I need to speak blessings continually into both my life and others. I'lm not talking about 'preaching' to others, but being uplifting in the things that I say and supportive of each persons personal goals.
My TRANSFORMATION in words: Talented- I will recognize my wonderful God-given talents and share them with the world. I will not be doubting myself any more. Radiant- I will not only glow from taking better care of my health I will glow from the inner beauty I have cultivated. Appreciative- I will recognize the gifts that I have been given and give thanks for them every day. New- I will be reborn into a healthier, more grounded and more joyful person. Strong- I will possess physical strength like I have never experience before. I will also have spiritual fortitude to carry me through life’s toughest challenges. Freedom- I will experience freedom from the demons that have kept me in the dark for so long. Outgoing- I will be Agnes Murphy- the free spirited girl who dances to the beat of her own drums, who enjoys the quirky sides of people, who loves life and makes friends easily, who socializes without any reservation. Reliable- I will honor my promises and carry my transformation message and experience forward. I will be there for my friends and family. I will be accountable to everyone. Magnetic- I will be someone people want to get to know and will draw them in with my enthusiasm and positive outlook. Able- There is nothing that I cannot do or attempt to do. Nothing is out of reach. True- I will be true to myself and my beliefs. I will live the life that God always intended- without pretense or masks. Improving- My transformation is ever evolving. I will constantly strive to find new ways to improve my life and the lives of those around me. There are many opportunities to teach and to learn and I will take advantage of them all. Open- I will be open and honest with myself. I will express my opinions to others because my opinions do count. I will share my story with anyone willing to listen. You never know who you may touch. Nice- I will be a genuinely kind person- one who does not judge, who is not critical and who follows the Golden Rule in everything I do.
I see assignment #12 as one more step in life that will add the awareness needed for me to be and give all that God intended without doubt and full of peace. At the end of my 18 weeks (in 5 ½ weeks) I see a strong, confident, secure and faithful woman. Not only do I see a healthy person on the outside, but I think positive thoughts about who I am, what I look like and know without a doubt that I’m enough. My thoughts will no longer control how I see myself and they will no longer create those moods that shut me off from the world. I will create each day as if it could be my last day and trust that God’s presence is enough for me, therefore, lending to a giving spirit in which I will use for His higher good. I will humble myself to those less fortunate that need help and also humble myself to those who have much in hope that God has opportunity to use me. I will relish in all the gifts that surround me creating an environment free of drama and wasted energy. I will put stress in its place because all things pass and are not worth loosing self over. Because of those times I will fail, admitting I will never reach perfection, I will be kind and gentle to myself and quickly redirect myself to a secure place of peace. I will have a thankful, grateful, peaceful, hopeful, purposeful full life exposing my heart always by taking risks in order to find those relationships that support the greater good. Thank you for this assignment, as I will move forward in the right direction with security…
At the end of my first 18-week Challenge, I walk tall with my shoulders back. I smile, laugh and giggle. I see the world around me as fun, exciting, fascinating. I hear familiar voices of encouragement, nature’s delicate songs and my spirit telling me the way to go. I feel strong, resilient, whole and loving. I taste the generosity of others and the variety of flavors in the food I eat. I smell success in everything I begin. I am strong physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually.
I have gotten way behind in my transformation. I should be on assignment 16, I only have two weeks to go for my 18 weeks. I got stuck in a rut over my layoff notice. BUT!!!! I have snapped out of it. I love this assignment because, even though physically I am not where I want to be. But I am not the person I was 16 weeks ago. I am excited about each day. When I got down on my self over my layoff I was sure I wouldn't be able to finish my transformation. I was sure I would go back to my old ways. For awhile I did. And If I didn't have T.com I am sure I wouldn't of come out of it. I am better. I am beautiful, and mostly I am a STRONGER Amy. I feel like there is no way I could go back to that person. I don't want to. For the first time in my life I am excited about my future.
(Journal entry for May 24, 2009) I sprang out of bed today, full of excitement to begin this glorius day. It was raining when I went out to check the garden; I stood with my face to the sky and let the refreshing fat drops splatter my face - invigorating! Today was the final day of my first Challenge; I'm slender and strong and flexible; 5'6 1/2 and 128 pounds. I'm in the best shape of my life; I feel so good I can't stop smiling. It was fun getting dressed this morning; I have a whole closet full of comfy, attractive clothes. I just reached in and pulled out the closest thing; I love all of my outfits! After walking Jimmy, I ran/walked a mile around the school. My muscles wanted to move. Each step was light and springy; my feet have never felt so happy and strong! I bought excellent running shoes and my orthotics give me extra support. The trick that my Potdiatrist taught me for wrapping my left foot works like magic! Afterward I felt energized and relaxed. I'm not in a hurry to increase my miles; my body will tell me when the time is right. I'm thinking so clearly now, it's a piece of cake to get through my study sessions. I aced Chemistry! Yes! I can't wait to start Anatomy & Physiology! Wow, life is so good! I live every minute; I can't even remember the last time I daydreamed. Rick and Max and I cooked dinner together; yummy vegie burritos and homemade minnestrone. We all laughed together and talked about our goals for the coming week. I told them my next Challenge starts tomorrow, and I showed them the design I created for my "after" photo bikini (ya, they thought it was hot!). Life is good!
I will look thinner, happier, stronger, glowing and will radiate good health. I will feel thinner, happier, stronger, and healtier. I will be thinner, happier strong and healthier.
I WILL listen to my conscience. I WILL beleive in myself. I WILL Smilie... I WILL be happy... I WILL fell great inside and out... I WILL Inspire others... Much More To Come.... Always...Angela...Keep Smilin....
Sorry I went thru all the positive and negative words and put p in pink and N in Yellow but it didn't come out when I copied and pasted it however the words I wanted to cross out did This was my hardest assingment but very rewarding when I was finished and saw the end results. My pattern looks like its I change moods I extremely happy when workouting, or at work or even doing house chores and when around my kids or grandkids However I get disapointed quickly and when I worry I really dwell over it and stay upset . its hard for me to just let something run it's course In your journal or notebook, title a page "24-Hour Word Review." What you’re going to do is keep that journal with you for one day in the week ahead, and every hour or so, you’ll open it up, grab your pen and quickly write down words that you’re holding in mind. In your journal or notebook, title a page "24-Hour Word Review." What you’re going to do is keep that journal with you for one day in the week ahead, and every hour or so, you’ll open it up, grab your pen and quickly write down words that you’re holding in mind. At the end of the day, give yourself about 15 minutes and go back through your pages, and with two different colored pens or highlighters indicate the positive power words with one color, and mark the limiting or negative words with the other. Which words are working for you? Are there some power words you want to speak and write even more often? And, are there words you see that are working against you? If so, take a pen and cross them out to symbolically indicate that they are "unauthorized." The 24-Hour Word Review Tuesday May 5, 2009 – Wednesday May 6, 2009 Positive / Negative Tuesday night May 5, 2009 7pm thrilled ,excited, had a great kick-boxing class, anxious, to get home and work on assignments, nerviXous, starting to rain, frustrated, here comes the train8pm hungry, looking forward to meal 5, panic, Note on door, upset, Bill took Bobby to ER, cryXing, called Bill about Bobby, ecstatic, Sarah hugged me and kissed me and said she loves me so much, nervous, called Bill again about Bobby, anxious and happy at the same time, about Bobby and Sarah, Thankful, Dr thinks Bobby just had a rupture of a polop, mellow, waiting for Bill to get home, talking, call Niki Confused, looking at assignment 12b, grateful I had someone to ask checking message from coach. 10pm Sleepy, watching News waiting for Bill, Smiling, overjoyed, thinking about Sarah hugging and kissing and telling me she loved me so much tonight. 11pm dragging, fixing meal 6 ( it’s late so just cottage cheese with protein powder and pineapple) 12 midnight sleepy, blessed that Bill just drove up, talking about Bobby with Bill 1am Bed Wednesday May 6, 2009 7am tired, coffee, back hurts, workout, Thyroid pill 8am surprised, Bill fixed me a 4 egg whites omelet and grilled asparagus, coffee, excited to start my day time to go, ready, singing in the car to workout and teach my classes 9am workout ( muscle pump) cheerful, smiling, happy, hyper 10am feel good, excited, get ready, singing (to self), setting up for sr. class 11:30pm happy, had a lot of srs today drinking Protein Shake/ Banana, great class, love working with Mr. George, ready (to go do personal weight routine) delighted & encouraged, pleased & important, warm and fuzzy inside, I over heard one of the srs taking about me and to be here for Friday’s class because I was getting evaluated and they wanted a big class to support me, 12:30 noon pumped, feel good, smiling, wondering, if I have what it takes to complete in Competition) driving, singing, on the way home, excited & thinking about the new project to have the Transformation Challenge at the gym 1:30pm gleeful, shopping, buying, happy, guessing, looking for the right thing to buy for Sarah for Mothers Day 2:30pm hungry, Protein bar, That’s cute, ConXfused, on what to get, wondering, Perfect elated, found an elephant holding a necklace, I love u mommy 3:30pm happy & singing, while driving home, relaxed, home, thinking about computer, assignments, Meal 4, thinking ,interested and excited and feel very fortunate, about all the new projects with T.com the Wave and at the gym 4:30pm hungry, Meal 4 (chicken breast, mixed veggies and sweet potato, talking , on phone with the 3 grandkids, working, on computer, t.com, take photos & post 5:30pm working, on computer,t.com assignments, concentrating, working 6:30pm energetic, cleaning house and washing clothes 7:30pm satisfied, getting the house clean and all these exercise clothes washed, thinking, will have to cut grass tomorrow 8pm anxious, upset worried, no news about Bobby yet, praying, bobby is ok, taking a break, watching TV news, Getting depressed about Bobby and the news is depressing too. Anxious, calling the hospital again 9pm calmer but still worried, Bill on the way home, still doing tests on Bobby 9:30pm calm, reassured, at ease, talking to Bill about Bobby, relaxed, quiet, 10pm peaceful, watching tv 10:30pm tired, getting sleepy 11:30 comfortable & serene, watching tv 12 midnight tired, sleepy, Bed " Every time you speak; your mind is on parade; take time to think, it is the source of wisdom "
In 18 weeks I will look younger, more athletic, muscular, and alert. I will feel healthier, prettier, confident, wiser, and rejuvenated. I will be Humble, giving, stronger, more optimistic, fearless and a leader I will have a new attitude; my new outlook will be, "See it BIG but keep it Simple"
Assignment 12 After this 18 week challenge I will look, feel and be energized, happy, fit, encouraging, self confident, have no excuses, uplifting, calm, healthy, organized, powerful, graceful, consistent, changed, shining, solid, growing, grounded…
At the end of my T1, I will be accomplished and content. I will be serene in my actions, worry free, lighter in heart and physique. I will be inspired and inspiring, eager to help and serve, fit and athletic. patient and loving. I will be happier with my life than when I started and more satisfied with my outer self, I will be ready for the next challenge! This or something better!
MInd-Body Inner Peace Balance Ran a 5K (did it) lose weight I'm reading the positive words on my mural... so good to see that I have changed so much and more importantly to realize I still have a lot of work to do!
The thoughts I heard were: rude gross slow boring slow down need crazy goofy stupid funny unlikely sloppy never how come why what if wow really maybe I want why not me should I that's interesting she's different than I thought Just be Highly unlikely Honor To thine own self be true It doesn't matter what she thinks It's amazing what runs in the background. The background noise is some of what I need to change. Some of it is salvagable. Some needs to be recycled. Mona
This is how I wil be, feel, and look after the 18 week challenge is over: I am healthy I am happy I am serene I am toned I am energetic I am the change I am love I am loved I am inspired I am engaged 100% in my life I am caring I am cared for I am consistent I am compassionate I am at peace I am forgiving I am forgiven I am giving I am humble I am honest I am open I am willing I am accepting I am letting go I am free I am progress I am discerning and most of all I am fearless I will do 12 b tomorrow.
How will I look & feel at the end of my 18th week which is July 27th? I'll look healthy,fit,younger, & a slimmer me!! I will be a better wife, feel great, well accomplished, energtic, & more confident. I'm ready to succeed & inspire others.
At the end of this period of transformation I will look fit,strong, and healthy.I will feel alive. I will feel energized,excited and confident.I will feel a huge sense of accomplishment in attaining my stated goals.I will feel good about myself. I will be aware of the gift of life given to me every day by a loving CREATOR. I will take advantage of every opportunity to be more loving, kind, and caring. I will be inspiring to others that want to make changes for themselves. I will BE ready for more of lifes lessons.
By June 20, 2009, I will look like a man who has found his purpose in life. A man who has reconnected with God and with his own heart. I will look energized, confident, and have an intensity in my eyes others sense and admire. I will feel healing light flowing through my mind, body, and spirit. My heart will be full of joy and happiness, my mind full of peace and contentment. I will be exceedingly conscious of how I am spending every waking hour of my day and will make choices based on internal conviction and how my conscience speaks to me, instead of what my ego wants. I will be the husband my wife needs and the father my children need. I will be wiser for challenging myself and persevering, then succeeding. I will be expressing my voice by sharing my experience with others who are ready for change and willing to listen. I will be living every day with vision, passion, and discipline. I will be able to do anything I set my mind to, because I have succeeded in achieving the first major goal of my entire life, and I know I have the power to succeed. - Ronnie
The end of my first 18 week transformation which is on 6/21/09 marks the beginning of my 2nd 18 week transformation continuation. I will look healthy, and I will feel energetic, and I will BE healthy and energetic. At this point in time (13 weeks) I feel beeter today thn I have in 19 years.
I am becoming healthier everyday. I am becoming stronger everyday. I am loving life more & more every day, I am mastering my fears everyday. I am becoming a better mom & friend & wife & daughter everyday.I am committed to living a purposeful life. I am engaged in life more & more everyday,.My thoughts become cleaner everyday. I am contributing to the greater good more & more everyday. I am living more & more of my dream everyday.I am strongly connected more & more to God everyday! I am becoming a brighter & brighter light house for other everyday. I am thankful everyday.
At the end of my 18 week transformaiton I will have and 8 pack with lines so deep between my abs I'll need to clean them out with a Q-tip! My face will be lean with a great smile. My traps will be so defined that folks will think I left the hanger on my shirt. I will have defined shoulders, triceps and biceps where you can see the seperation. My chest will be defined and chiseled. My veins will be showing trough my fore arms and biceps. I will have a very nicely tone glutamis maximus. I will have strong defined quads and hamstrings along with well defined calve muscles. I will feel like a great Son of God. I will feel confident, handsome energetic and strong. I will feel like a great father, great husband, good son and great nephew. I will feel like a great leader, wealth producer and sociable in any enviornment. I will look and feel great in Polo clothes (favorite clothing brand). I will feel like an acheiver that can lift others. I will feel like a winner that is always moving foward. So, every day I remind myself, "Winners never quit, quitters never win."
I will be confident, strong, and vigorous. I will have endured the change of a lifetime…acknowledging that change was necessary, yet knowing that change is positive and perpetual I will be ready to continue to the next phase of my Transformation journey. I will look like a younger, healthier, slimmed down version of my former self. I will have learned so much from my Transformation community, and for their mentoring, their experiences, their love, and encouragement, I will be grateful. I will be a smarter man. A better husband. A proud father. A family man. A follower of God (FINALLY!!!!!!). A man open to change with sound resolve. A man that has clearly identified where change is needed in his community…his country…the world. A man that has the determination to do something about it. I will be a man ready to work at God’s will, and will be ready to use the tools that I have learned through my Transformation to help those that are just beginning their Transformation journey. I will be the man that reaches out to those that are searching for the safe haven that is T.Com so that they, too, can stand on solid ground. Finally…I’ll be a man with a purpose, living with conviction.
I look – Strong- My muscles announce themselves, I look capable… because I am. Bright- I glow, my eyes sparkle with the joy of true confidence. I no longer have “get away” painted on my expression. Happy- I'm smiling. The muscles on my face are relaxed and reflect the peace inside. Healthy and Athletic- My waist is slim and tight, my abs are flat. I have muscular arms and legs, and a thin face. My back is broad and powerful. I look solid, yet agile. I feel – Excited - I on the edge of my seat over what tomorrow may bring! I prepare for each day the best I can, and the rest is an adventure! Confident & Ready- With the success of my first challenge under my belt, I have blown the roof off of what I have previously believed possible. I feel ready for anything. Alive & Connected - I feel the ties that reach between all of us. I am really beginning to feel the signs my body, other people, nature, universe...God are telling me. My connection fills my soul with vitality. Light – I have forgiven both myself and others, for things I thought would weigh my heart for eternity. Happy - I transform dull and dark situations with optimism and joy. Compassionate & Humble- Through my growing connection, I realize that I play an important part in the great everything. I have a gift of expression and compassion. I have a responsibility to share them. Hopeful – I hold a hope for a brighter day, where more of the world has let go enough to see things in a new light. I hope for the day when there are so many transformed that one race could not possibly contain all who embrace its challenge. I hope for the day when I will love with all of my heart once more and share a future leg of my journey with her. I Am - Courageous – I have faced my fears, and more still exists. I have proven that I can face my largest fears and come out on top. I will make a stand and hold my ground when I am righteous, fear does not control me. I won’t let fear convince me to do things that I know are harmful to me and others, because I have…. Integrity – When I agree to it… I do it. My values are apparent, because you see them reflected in my decisions. I don’t eat junk, in part because I’ve seen the effect it has on my body and I don’t like it. But in larger part because junk reflects a desperate problem with the world… I’ve seen too much of it’s affect on our culture. Our culture is sick and I refuse to be a part of the problem for one more day! I do the right thing, no matter the situation, you never know who’s watching, and being a… Father – I know that every decision I make may have a profound effect on my son. Though it may not be apparent for some time. I am a role model… I have what it takes to fill those shoes. I will lead by example. I am a great… Leader – I lead with my heart on my sleeve and by example… I let my heart guide me and I have faith to take me from there. When the path below my feet disappears, I’m confident enough in my compass and my life-map reading skills to show the way, not only for myself but for others. I’m not afraid to take risks, faith and wisdom shows me the difference between a risk needing to be climbed and a risk that should be avoided. It’s not hard… I just put as much positive energy out into the world as I can, and with whatever comes back my way, I trust my heart and make the best decisions that I can (hmm, kind of like radar). One decision that I’ve really enjoyed making has been being a great… Friend – I am a friend to many, new and old. I’ve learned so much about the value of friendship…Sometimes life is hard, and I know that I just can’t do it alone. I need my friends. I’ve learned what it means to be a good friend.. I’ve passed my urge to seclude and avoid, and I’ve replaced it with connect and listen. I make time to be a good friend, and I appreciate those that are there for me… and my life will never, ever be the same again.
In July 2009 I glow. I radiate wellness. My body reflects my love of outdoor activities as well as disciplined movement and breath. My thoughts, my tissues, my veins and arteries are free of inflammation. My body/mind easily processes life. I practice love. I live in joy. I make a creative contribution to my culture every day.
assignment# 12 A THE POWER OF WORDS WELL I love this assignment!!! When I am done with round one I am renewed, Reinvented, and rejuvenated Super connected, healthier, more fit, confident, I am a giver, and a lot more aware of the energy around my life, and the life in my energy I have found that the more power I use in my words with others not only do I grow but I’m watching them grow and they are starting to be a lot more positive and I don’t think they even realize that this is happening what a beautiful thing THE POWER OF WORDS ***********lot’s of love karla
At the end of this transformation (Week 18) I will… BODY: I will be fitter, healthier and much lighter than I have been for years. My body will be back under my active and conscious control. I will continue to enjoy success in the gym and in my life with my leaner and healthier body. My body will continue to crave healthy food and reject the ‘junk’ food that I fed it previously. I will be addicted to noting (food and TV), but my passion will be healthy living. MIND: I will be in control of me. I am the author of my own destruction or success – I choose success! I understand the drives that have made me behave in unhealthy ways previously, and I understand what I need to do to abolish those drives and root issues. I will continue to develop my mind and my understanding of me and my overall health. I realize that I AM WORTH IT! I have value, I am loved and I can love me I know and believe these things. SPIRIT: I am a child of GOD. Given a gift of life and love by a power greater than I, and I am loved by God. Who am I to disrespect myself with my old and self-destructive habits, drives and behaviors’? I stand proud, not in arrogance, but in the total understanding and belief that I have a purpose, I have love unlimited, I am valued, I am a provider, a partner, a loving husband and a father. My spirit is healed and my self-imposed limits are removed. My spirit will continue its journey through this life on its way to the light, refusing to accept darkness and negativity. I will not judge others, I will not criticize, I will treat all people as friends and brothers – we are all on the same journey. I will not I will not allow others to divert MY spiritual journey, for this is my path to follow, neither will I make any forcible attempt to divert another’s journey – I will however offer support and my honesty at all times, freely.
Words are my work and pleasure, the blood in my veins floats with words and I cannot live without writing. So this assignment, which I skipped last year (I'd quit already) was SO powerful for me. By the end of this challenge (in 4 weeks!) I will believe that my words of encouragement matter to those I love, I will have perfected my habit of exercising before breakfast, I will finally be eating six meals a day and drinking lots of water, I will continue to nurture the faith I lost and found again during this challenge -- a miracle to me just by itself, I will continue to walk, outside, another miracle. I won't need a shower chair or a cane or an electric cart -- all those have happened in the past 14 weeks. I will radiate happiness and joy and my life will be a testimony of what can happen in even the most hopeless of people.
At the end of my 18-week challenge, I will look like I've lost some weight. I am more spiritually aware. I will be heading in the right direction. I will be making progress. I will have inspired others in this community as well as those around me. I will continue to inspire and look toward my future vision of myself. I realize that even though we face adversities and challenges, if we keep a positive mindset and just continue to trust the process, our abilities are limitless! - Chad
At the end of this 18 week challenge I will look happy. I will be standing up straight reflecting the relaxed confidence that I am feeling. I will be ready to take my transformation to the next level in round 2, embracing the challenges that are ahead for my newly evolving self. Beth
I am a positive force. Full of light and energy. I give freely and I receive in the same way. I am a good friend and a faithful companion. I feel capable, strong and fearless. I am happy to be who I am and willing to share my life and experience with any and all who wants or needs me. I enjoy helping and encouraging others. I am a patient mom and a loving wife. I have a deep sense of joy and and the peace of knowing who I am and what my purpose is. I respect myself and others. I share exactly who I am, without any pretense or hidden agenda. My body is toned and healthy. There is confidence in every movement, but humility of knowing where I came from. I am physically strong. I am a doer of all things. I am following God's will for my life. There is nothing that I cannot accomplish.
I AM shining in all areas of my life. I am full of Love acceptance, enjoyment, inspiration, happiness, peacefulness, fullfillment, awakening, excited for the future, finding more in my purpose of my life, I AM IN CONTROL, I am content, I am serving to my fellowmen, I am trusting, I am trustworthy, I am Understanding, I am enjoyable, I am excited for BEING THE CHANGE AND MAKING A DIFFERENCE!!! I love more than I have ever Loved, because I FEEL MORE THAN I HAVE EVER FELT!!!!! I LOVE GEORGEANN NOW, I AM WORTHY TO LOVE, AND BE LOVED... FULL FORCE AHEAD INTO A VERY LOVING AND ENJOYABLE FUTURE
I am Peaceful in thought, word and deed. I live a joyful life. I am a Champion. I am a Role Model for my children. I am a Leader to my family and friends. I live in spirit. I am dedicated to lasting change. I am committed to being the change I want to see in the world. I know how Success feels! I am continuously Moving forward.
I am coming to the finish of my 18 week challenge with only a few weeks left to go and I already feel completely different. I am vibrant, full of energy, optimistic, happy, inspirational, the list goes on and on. I continue to grow and learn every day. I feel empowered that I am now worthy to help others. I have learned that true happiness has to do more with my inner self and less to do with external factors. I am full of gratitude and joy. I appreciate the simple things more. Six months ago I did not really see myself as a negative person-it took me really looking within myself and beyond the surface to see the changes that needed to be made. I now count every day as a blessing. Thanks Bill and transformation! You have empowered me and help me to find a better place!
Assignment 12a In Progress I Will Look - Younger, Healthy, lean, Trim, with good Musculature, I willl look beautiful in a non-arrogant way...and I will look like I have a good spirit, people will see that jesus is within me, I will have a smile and be approachable....I will maintain an honest appearence of being calm and peacfull, serene, and content....While at the same time portraying being filled with confidence....I will look like I have something that people want...(And I will gladly share it with them)...I will Look Like a Champion!............................................................................................................................................................... I will feel- Healthy. I will feel Confident. I will feel free of resentment Through prayer and forgivness...I will allow myself to be and will feel that I am lovable. ...I will feel at my top ever physically, I will feel strong. I will feel mentally secure and content.......I will feel Energized and motivated about my current being and my bright future....I will feel spiritually conected....I will allow myself to love me.....I will feel loving and kind to others....doing what Jesus came here to show us to do...Love each other, share with each other, Pray together, help each other....lead others to a better spiritual, mental, and physical life....I will feel like a Champion! ........................................................................................................................................... I will Be- A Champion ... I will be the man I have always wanted to be.... I will be what God created me to be...God wants me to BE THE CHANGE and I will BE THE CHANGE...I will practice the Golden Rule of Reciprocation.....I will be a great motivator for others to BE THE CHANGE...I will be in the best shape of my entire life....I will remeber that my body is Gods' Temple....I will continue to remember that I am one of Gods Children and one of his Champions....I have learned to Love Myself....I am and Will always be a Champion! ~~~~~~Dan
Precisely how will you look, feel, and be at the end of 18 weeks? I will LOOK: Toned, Athletic, Happy, Healthy, Fit, Confident I will FEEL: Young, Healthy, Hopeful, Happy, Successful, Confident, Stronger I will BE: Happy, Inspired, Sincere, Healthy, Grateful, Amazing, Ready, Successful, Confident, Radiant, Thankful
Words - funny - when I read this assignment I immediately heard Eliza Doolittle in my head singing, "words, words, words, I'm so sick of words...." I've used words to describe myself in my before pictures, words to describe my lowest self habits and words to describe how I will change them into positives (Fear to Faith, Worry to Action and Critical to Helpful) and words to describe my best self. We use words everyday to enlighten, tear down, love, hate, create and destroy...it all seems so primitive. God's words created all things and as a being of God I too know with every fiber of my being that I have the power to use words to create my reality...sick of words...I don't want to write what I'll be, I want to visualize my highest self! How do you describe a color to someone who is sightless, how do you describe a childs laugh to someone who can not hear? I believe in the power of word, thought and deed, now more than ever, but...sick of words...I just want to imagine. I will be posting my before pictures and my 12 week images tomorrow...words can never describe where I've been, truly, or where I know I'm going...sick of words...if I have to describe anything at all at this point it would be ACTION!
I’m completing assignment 12a as I come near the end of my 18 week challenge. . Im on week 17. .. and I feel many of the things visualized I would when I started assignment 1. There are other things.. that I visualized that maybe will come at the end of challenge 2. .and one “Star Jump with Bill. . . if I get to Denver.” I feel happier, more confident, more of a leader and less of a fraud because I am also taking the time to lead myself. I feel worthy of love. . from myself and from others. A sense of pride that I am part of something huge and something I can contribute to. I feel more giving though I am still learning to be less selfish and more giving. Physically. . lol I envisioned that my belly would either be straight up and down (front view) or denting in instead of ballooning out. . and ITS ALMOST STRAIGHT UP AND DOWN!! I see definition in my arms and legs, its more apparent that I have a neck, my shoulders are more square, . .the biggest sign of my progression is that I’ve learned to smile more, be more confident and give more. . . the ultimate reward I visualize is the sense of accomplishment I will feel when I follow through by sending my challenge packet in. . .when I drop that in the mail, Then I WILL HAVE DONE IT! And im gonna do it again!
AT THE END OF MY 18 WEEK TRANSFORMATION I WILL BE FEARLESS, STRONGER EXCITED ABOUT THE FUTURE! I still battle with myself alot! I still have a tendency to beat myself up. I treat myself worse than I ever would anyone else. This is something that I will carry into the next round. But i have to say that I have left fear behind me and I am stronger for it!
I believe that at the end of the 18 weeks of transformation I will be a stronger, healthier, and happier person, I will be more confident in myself and what I want out of life, I will be able to except who I am, instead of trying to be the person that others expect me to be. My life will be one that I will want to share with others and help them transform there lives. I know now that this is a choice for me to make the transformation and it is just the beginning.
On June 21st I will BE what I'm supposed to be. Nothing more or less! Peace.
On May 5th when I complete my second transformational building journey I will look more confident due to the spiritual inner workings that I am practicing in my life right now. I feel a connection, I feel energized, alive, more calm, and grateful. I will continue to change and grow, Troy
At the end of the 18 weeks I will feel.... grounded....peaceful....radiant.....alive....happy....healthy....energized...revived....calm. ..collected...shining...physically, spiritually and mentally whole. I will be awakened to my destiny.....I wll be a beacon of light that people will be drawn to....... I will radiate joy and love to those around me.....I will be a Leader of light and bring others to a place of wholeness....I will be open to divine inspiration and have the ability to see and know TRUTH......I will be a safe place for others, a shoulder to lean on....a healer of hearts....I will have the strength I need to bear one anothers burdons and feel ther pain...... I will assist others in finding their truth and their true Identity.....I will be an inspiration.....a leader.... a guide....I will break barriers and teach others to freely love one another....to say I love you....to give hugs...to hold a hand.......I will help to bring unity instead of seperation......I will be filled with love and compassion.....I will be an instrument in the Lords hands in sharing the love which he has for all mankind. I will be filled with joy and gratitude for his great plan of happiness, that he has made me a part of. I will have joy, and will be fullfilling my destiny and purpose in life as I am serving others. :)
After the 18th week i will feel stronger spiritually and physically. My family will be able to look at me and see that i have made an important life changing alteration. I am starting to see how this is all possible. Looking forward to making this challenge successfull. We all have it in us, we just need to let it out and go get it.
At the end of my transformation, I am going to be in the best physical and mental condition in my life. I am going to be 225 pounds from 285 and there will not be one day where I do not think – It is a great day to be alive!! I am never going to forget where I came from but I will wake up everyday and appreciate the hard work and all the challenging moments that it took for me to develop into the person that I have become. I want this transformation so bad that there is not a moment that goes by that I do not think about what I can do to improve in all areas from one day to the next. I have come so far already and I want more, I can give more, I will do more. It is time to change my life forever and never return to the past. Jonathan
At the end of this transformation I will be in control of my life, I will not give into others who want me to choose actions I don't want just so they won't feel guilty choosing those actions. I will be healthier, happier and in less pain from my arthritus. I will walk taller and feel proud of my accomplishments and my energy will make people take notice and want to know how they can make the change too. Glenda
at the end of my transformation I will be: ~ Happy ~ Content ~Confident ~Radiant ~ At Peace ~ Caring ~ A nonsmoker!!!!!!!! ~ leaner ~ an amazing mom ~
At the end of my 18 week challenge I will feel a sense of accomplishment that I was actually able to hang in there and finish what I started. When I began the challenge, I circled my finish date (May 23) and wrote the word Transformation with 3 question marks behind it. That shows where my confidence level was then! I will be glad that I completed and sent in my packet and followed this through to the end. I will be satisfied with the progress I made, even though there were times when I veered way off track. I will be extremely grateful for the new friends I have made and the wisdom and inspiration they have shared with me. I will have a closer relationship with God because we have spent so much time together during this journey. I will be looking ahead to the next 18-week challenge (and Denver) with much more confidence and the hope of making even greater physical, spiritual, and emotional progress.
When I reach the end of the 18 weeks of my first challenge I will look different. I will be a little farther removed from the person I was and a preview of the person I am becoming. I will have a smile on my face and a gleam in my eyes. I will have energy. I will have strength. I will have ability. I will have accomplished things I had never accomplished or even attempted before. I will be more slender and more toned. I will be healthier and I will be more fit. I am on my way to becoming the ME that I’ve always wanted to be. The end of my first challenge really won’t be an end at all. It will just be the first stop on a wonderful new adventure.
When I finish my 18 week challenge I will be smiling, full of energy, I will have a light in my eyes that shows how much healthier I have become. I will be much calmer, content, peaceful with my life and spend plenty of time "just being present" with my children and my husband. I will be a happy wife and have energy to devote to my marriage. I will be more efficient at work, helping new moms at the hospital with their babies, but completing my work in an efficient manner so that at the end of day, I can come home to my family on time. I will have an organized home that will be free of clutter, having only things that I truly love and bring value into my life. I will be comfortable with my body and feel proud to wear a bikini at the beach. I will take time each day to help others on T.com as they are getting started with their transformation or as they are in their process of transformation. I will look for other ways in my life that I can help others so that I can give back after gaining so much energy, health, and insight during my transformation.
I Will be Peaceful, Happy, Full of energy & more organized. I will be the Greatest Wife, Lover, & friend to my hubby. I Will be playing (really playing) with the grandkids. I Will be proud of what I've done & look forward to what I still have to do. I Will embrace each the Our Lord gives me. I Will be smiling & telling EVERYONE how I need the Power to "Be THE CHANGE" for the rest of MY awesome and amazing Life. :)
How I will look---healthy, happy, energized, refreshed, in better shape than 18 weeks ago, I will hold my head higher..... How I will feel---elated, happier, energized, better than 18 weeks ago, calmer, ready to take on another challenge, humbled, confident, spiritual..... How I will be---patient, ready for any challenge life throws my way, humbled, a better role model, a person who smiles throughout the day, so very grateful, I WILL BE THE CHANGE :-)
In 18 weeks my life will be a better reflection of Jesus Christ. I will have learned to art to restful living. I will be calm in my spirit with a song in my step and a scripture on my lips. I will be confident yet not overbearing. I will be loving yet not a door mat. I will be giving but not an empty giver. I will be a fun mom to be with. I will be a humble wife to my husband. I will shine Christ's light out to a dying world. I will have learned my body and what my body needs for nutrition. I will accept my life and my disease as a challenge and not as a life sentence. I will be organized in my home life, spiritual life, school life and in my mind. I will appreciate the little things of life more sweetly and be a better daughter, daughter in law, sister and friend and wife. I will give more, be more, sing more, write more and inspire others to do the same. My body will be firm and tight fitting into a size 4/6 with 19% bodyfat. I will think positively and talk positively. I will believe in myself to accomplish all that God has given for me to do in this life on earth. I will lean more on Him for guidance and not myself or my friends. I look forward to the life set before me and CHOOSE NOT to look back again in fear.
How will I look? Happier, Healthier, More refreshed, kinder, Sunnier... Much more than 18 weeks before.. *smile* I will feel those things too. And in the ares i'm struggeling to feel it, i will be compassionate to myself, and understanding that i'm working towards something better... And I will Be Much more aware of the things i am working towards. I will be, passionately persuing happiness for myself, and inspiration for those around me! I want to contribute to the world in a way that i am passionate about... and always be working on moving forward! <3
At week 18, I look amazing! I am confident in my prepared speeches and private conversations. I get to shop for size 8 clothing and have to give away sizes 14-20. There is less of me to hug and I am huggable. Although fabulous, fun and feisty, I am eternally grateful for all I have and all I have become. I am generous with my time and energy and am willing to help friends and family achieve their goals.
RADIANT, JOYFUL, HARD WORKER, BEAUTIFUL, GRACEFUL, STRONG, LOYAL, KIND, GENEROUS, FAITHFUL, LOVING, PEACEFUL, PATIENT, GOOD, HUMBLE AND HAVING SELF-CONTROL
On May 11th when I complete this Round 1 challenge I will complete a big step in the adventure othe rest of my life. I will be happier, healthier, more at peace, more joyful and more confident. I am acheiving my goals that set forth in assignment #1 and have created additional personal goals along the way. Why do I know is how I will feel? Because that is how I feel already - I don't have to weight 3 1/2 more weeks.
On May 12th 2009 I will have completed my 1st 18 week transformation. I will look back at my blogs and pictures and see how far I have come and will be excited about looking to my continued growth and beginning and completing another 18 week challenge. I will be reaching out to more people to encourage and help them grow through adversity and through each assignment. I will be fun to be around, have a natural smile and glow that bring lots of curiosity from those around me. I will be visibly more confident and well groomed. I am more accepting of others, encouraging, a great listener without owning what I am told, I am open to and excited about change, I seek personal growth and a certain discomfort that brings me into my higher self, I am beating my fears by meeting them on a daily basis, I am a loving, giving and supportive wife, friend, mom and community member who leaves worry with God. Thanks Bill for helping to make this change possible through the assignments and of course T.com!
When people look at me or I look at myself on June 13, 2009; I will be radiant, happy, healthy, fit, toned and full of self confidence. I will be successful: I will have completed my 1st transformation (so many times in the past I start and never finish).
What words describe where I will be on May 17, 2009? Look - Thinner, Happier, Alive, Determined, Inspired, Taller, Bigger. Feel - Encouraged, Determined, Healthy, Virile, Alive, Thinner, Stronger, Brave Be - Inspiring, Energized, Determined, Stronger, Faster, Smaller
Assignment 12a May 16th is the official end of my first 18 week transformation. This is how I envision myself at the end of that journey. I will look alive. I will look healthy and happy. I will look energetic. I will look confident. I will look less tired. I will look friendly and approachable. I will look lean and muscular. I will look content. I will look great in clothes. I will look great without clothes (hee, hee) I will look like I have great posture. I will look more spiritually in tune. I will feel less stress. I will feel more gratitude. I will feel spiritually lighter. I will feel stronger both mentally and physically. I will feel more positive. I will feel more connected to my Heavenly Father. I will feel unconditional love for myself as well as others. I will feel more peace in my heart. I will feel less fear. I will feel more enthusiastic. I will feel more joy. I will feel more forgiving and open hearted. I will feel God’s love. I will be more aware and in touch with who I am and where I am going. I will be 60 lbs lighter. I will be more compassionate. I will be a better father and husband. I will be more focused. I will be eating balanced, correctly portioned and healthy meals. I will be more determined. I will be more trustworthy. I will be friendlier. I will be more giving of myself. I will be less selfish. I will be more accepting of my mistakes. I will be more positive. I will be more likable. I will be more Christ like. Greg ☺
How I will look, feel and be at end of 18 week program: look: healthy, athletic, radiant, glowing, muscular, like I have low body fat feel: healthy, happy, energized, positive, powerful, strong, focused, determined be: inspirational, compassionate, a leader, affecting change, making a difference in this life, magnetic and draw people to the light Mary
Out of this transformation experience I will lay down in bed every night, close my eyes and think "WOW - that was one great day". I will effectively communicate with others. Be productive, organized and efficient in my day-to-day tasks. Be able to deal with stress in a healthy satisfying way. I will be a positive influence and inspiration to people I come into contact with. I will take on new challenges fearlessly. I will live guiltfree, for my own happiness, and not simply to please others. I will to be a better mother, wife and friend. I will openly share my gratitude and love of the Lord with others. I will live by the "Golden Rule" while being generous to others using the Law of Reciprocation is a basis of my being. I will have a healthy lifestyle and a lean, toned figure, of which I will forever be satisfied with.
At the 18 week mark of my first transformation challenge, I will be well on my way to becoming the best person, the best mother and wife that I can be. I will have worked through the clouds of misconception of my past experiences and how they have colored my perceptions of the present. I will have let go of past hurts, forgiven where needed and moved above and beyond. I will have taken responsibility for what is mine and made amends where necessary. I will have educated myself regarding what it really takes to live a healthy and spiritually productive life and put that education into everyday practice for my well being and that of my family. I will embrace the joy of healthy living and thinking. I will share this joy with my family and friends. I will continue to transform.
At the end of my transformation I will be 20 lbs. lighter and more muscled. I will be working hard towards my first ever marathon and have completed several riding competitions and several 10 k and half marathon races. I will be happy with myself. Eating right will be an automatic, something I do without thinking about it. I will be sleeping eight hours a day. I will be exercising my mind as well reading , knowing and understanding. I will have made it once again through the bible. I will be applying principles I gather every day. My husband and I will be on the right and good path towards a happy and solid relationship. My art business will get the time and attention it deserves and we will see how great it can be when it is successful! My house will be clean and well kept . Projects like the continual project of base boards will be finished. I will feel accomplished and put together. I will be proud of my abilities to put in a new garbage disposal, put in outdoor steps, put in outdoor lighting , put in baseboards etc. I will have finished half of my first book. I will do instead of wondering if I can do. I will have seen New Mexico from the back woods and the trails instead of looking out of a car. I will appreciate what is around me while it whizzes by as I run and I will know God's touch in everything I see.
Before the start of my transformation journey I lived 2,556 weeks. But of that time how much did I really,really LIVE? At the end of my first 18 week challenge I want to say that I lived fully and present for 18 straight weeks. The key words there for me are fully and present. Why fully and present? "Fully" because I took each minute of that time as as an opportunity to grow that I gave myself the gift of that time to become more than I was. "Present" because I focused not on the past, not even on the future, but on what I reallly wanted in that moment, what I could really become in that moment, what I could inspire myself to do in that moment. Because I lived "fully" and "present" during that 18 weeks amazing transformation will take place to elevate my game and hopefully inspire others to do the same.
At the end of my 18 week transformation, I will be healthier, and have a better knowledge of how to use the resources available to me to raise the bar and start another 18 week challenge. I will have more energy, and have learned to stop attracting negative forces, which will reduce the stress in my life. I will have a clearer vision of my goals, which I know I will achieve with my determination, support from the T.com community and the strength and guidance I receive from God each day.
At the end of my 18 weeks, I will feel leaner, healthier...lighter. Not only lighter from less weight, but lighter in my "being". Happier, less stressed, more giving...not only to my family, but my friends and community. I will think of others more than myself. I will appreciate the gift of my healthy body more than I will miss eating the foods that made me unhealthy. I will make a connection to others on this site...and "become" a part of the T.com team. Finally, I will be ready to move forward with the second phase of this challenge with a passion that will make me a Champion. ~Terry~
By May 11, I will be ready to begin my next transformation challenge. I believe that I have had some lessons learned in challenge that will help me to be more successful on my next challenge. On May 11, I am going to be on track for a healthy lifestyle change for life. I already feel so much better and so much stronger. I am definitely loving life and just feel like I can do ANYTHING!
By May 11th, I will be happier, and more accepting of myself. I will anxiously anticipate positive things to happen to me, instead of expecting the worst to happen. I will reach out and find my own happiness, instead of hiding from life in fear of being hurt or disappointed. I will be adventurous, open, and supportive of others! I will be a runner, and I plan to run until I am able to run a 5k this summer. I feel it deep inside that running is what is going to make the most changes for me. I had always worried about what others think when they see me. I always worried that people would point and laugh if I tried to run. But it feels SO good when I've completed my running for the day. I will be thinner, and stronger, and more fit cardio wise. I will be running through a finish line if not by the 11th, then shortly thereafter! And I'm taking my daughter with me!
This is precisely how I will look, feel and be at the 18-week mark of my transformation - May 10, 2009: I will look healthy, in shape, strong, athletic and approachable. I will be smiling, having good posture and be well groomed! I will feel God's love, friend's love, my family's love, joy, positive, hopeful, likeable, happy, peaceful, content, and respect & love for myself! I will be grateful, humble, open, forgiving, compassionate, at peace, accepting of self, enthusiastic, involved, more Christlike, spiritually in tune, responsible for my life, choices and beliefs, choosing to live and love, eating healthily, exercising my body consistently, working toward my purpose, doing what I can within my power and letting the rest take care of itself, more confident in speaking in front of people and on the phone, a light and an example, knowing in my heart that where I am now is right where I am supposed to be!
Assignment #12 Assignment #12: Refers back to the second half of assignment one Comments that reflect how I look, feel, and BE at week 18! I will look lean and toned with a 9% total body fat. My skin will have good color and my muscularity will be that of a true fitness model. I will see the benefits of hard work and radiate my happiness from the inside-out. I have already received numerous + comments regarding my loss of inches and calm demeanor from my co-workers. My personality has gone from having a short fuse to one with a gregarious attitude. I look and act under control at all times and have cut way back on my use of profanity. I am never fatigued and often asked where I get all of my energy. My blood pressure has dropped from 170/110 to 120/80 consistently. I have become an asset to Bill Phillips’ Team and promote the Transformation Experience to all that desire to make a change in their life. Because of the confidence that I have gained, I will be competing in the 2009 Fireman’s Olympic Games in July. I will be pole vaulting and place in the top 3 for my age group. (50-60) I will place in one of three heats during the Oceanside Fire Dept. Surf competition this October. I will BE a spokesperson for Bill Phillips’ Transformation to ensure that his goal of transforming the world will be realized. I will give back to the community by donating a third of my income. By November I will have finished a half marathon in under 2 hrs. (Denver Half) I will have finished the Revlon 5k in 21 minutes.(May 9th) Because of my desire to change,Cool I now look and feel 10 years younger and show it in my enthusiasm towards others. We now have an active community within my church due to our new transformation ministry. We will be the most popular ministry due to the lives we will transform.
i was amazed on the first Transformation that when i arrived at the finish line, everything i had written as goals had truly been achieved! Here is my T2 list: On about May 14, i will be leaner, at about 18% bodyfat (as best as i can measure). Ii will be eating my balance portioned controlled meals high in nutrients. I will be working out 6 days a week... i will be training to run longer distances and by may 14 i will be running 7 miles!! my adjectives are: lean, strong, athlete, confident, runner, worth the effort, worth the time, disciplined, effective, worshipper, lover of God, servant to all, beacon of Light and Hope and Truth, intuitive,whole,honest, humble, creative cook, creative homemaker, landscape artist, traveller, trustworthy friend, grateful and blessed grandma, content mother, active and involved wife, lover and soulmate and dreamer of good things to come
Well May 4 officially ends my 18 week challenge - On May 4 I will feel positive about myself and all that I have accomplished. I will feel comfortable in my own skin. I will be sad when I miss my cardio workouts or a Saturday at the dunes due to rain. I will be happy that I am finishing my upper body workouts on a regular basis. I will have a clear mind, focused and ready to go on the next challenge. Instead of sitting in front of my television every night for four hours I will be working on my paper. I will smile. My joy for life will be evident in the classroom where I am confident and filled with energy. On May 4 I will know what I look like because I am no longer afraid of the full length mirror, I embrace what I see and know that change is happening. I am asking for help and not afraid of what people think about me. I will park my car in the garage, I know that sounds funny but I will have removed the junk that sits where my car should! I will be stepping up my training for the Denver 1/2 marathon, getting ready for June when the real training begins. I will work in the garden and enjoy my surroundings. I will read a book and enjoy it. I will not feel bad when I am taking time off to unwind. I will be eating clean and drinking all my water. Grateful - Always grateful that I found a place where I can work through these deep issues that have held me back for so many years. Grateful that when I am done walking through all the change I will have all sorts of experience to share with others. Life is great - every day - God's world is beautiful and I stop to enjoy it.
Look In the 18 week mark of my transformation I will look amazing. I will dress in form fitting clothes and wear my hair short and neat. I will walk and stand straight. I will have a smile on my face whenever someone sees me. I will be lean with low body fat. I will have muscular arms, shoulders, quads, calves and have a firm toned stomach. I will have a tanned body that I will gladly show off at the beach! I will feel amazing. I will have so much energy I won't know what to do with it all. I will feel free due to no back pain and will be so excited to be able to run, jog and skip whenever I want to. Seeing the way people look at me and look up to me will be exciting. I will be so happy to have no fear about a back relapse. I will be so excited about my future and where I am headed. I will be transormed body, mind & soul. I will be a loving husband, son and friend. I will be a giver to those in need and more empathetic. I will be a positive role model to family, friends, co-workers and of course everybody in the T.com community. I will be coachable, humble, and approachable. I will seek out the good in others and in every situation I am in. I will be a mentor to others and coach them through the process step by step. I will open myself to a relationship with God. I will be free of my fears, expectations, guilts,blaming others and shed any other emotional baggage I carry. I will be in control of my life and be responsible for my actions and where I am in life. I will be healthy and full of potentioal. I will have an attitude of gratitude.
These are words more and more used to describe me after 18 weeks (and longer): I am strong, slim, vibrant, energetic, brimming with health, beautiful, sexy, trim, fit and flexible. I am: free, full of courage, powerful, sure and certain, filled with spirit, giving. I sing, dance, and play. I love myself. I am joyful, happy and open. I am someone who takes action. I am expressive, centered and creative. I am deeply connected to others. I am love.
I want to feel alive!!!! I want to feel whole!!! I want to feel loved!! I want to feel complete!! I want to feel wanted! I want to feel honest and open!!! I want to feel transparent!!! I want to feel that I am a good person who does the right things!!! I want to feel succesful!!! I want to feel like a good father!!! I want to feel like a good husband!!! I want to feel like a good leader!!! I want to feel like a good follower!!!! I want to feel excited about life and my marriage!!! I want to feel proud!!!! I want to be a good brother!!! I want to be a good example!! I want to be a Champion and most importantaly I want to feel like ME!!!!!
Oh Bill, I so hear you, I honestly do believe we are "speaking spirits" and I love this assignment, even in the last assignment I had a hard time focusing on the negative what am I willing to give up (but I did it)...I believe our words and thoughts really do create our reality....what we focus on expands...wonderful, awesome insight...in 18 weeks I AM...gorgeous, hot, stunning, lean, fit, bright and shiny, tanned and gloriously inspirational. Thanks
I will have reached my goal of 180 pounds! I will be energetic, participate in activities with my kids, confident, fit and athletic, open, rejuvenated, happy to live each day, and eager to transform even further! I will be Geoff, “that guy wearing the glasses and the green shirt laughing with his beautiful wife and children.” I will not be “that fat guy over there” anymore. Overweight and out-of-shape will not be the first things people notice about me any longer. I will be noticed for many other things as well… I will be “super dad” to my kids, a wonderful husband, a loving son, an exemplary employee, strong, empowered, reliable, trustworthy, open minded, easy-going, organized, a forward-thinker, and likeable. I will be selfless, giving, kind, generous, accepting of responsibility, helpful, aware, confident, mindful, and a friend. I will be ALIVE.
At the end of my "first" 18 weeks, I plan to have gone from 292 lbs. down to 220 lbs. I'll be able to tuck in my shirts and have people acknowledge me as a bodybuilder. I'll not only look like a bodybuilder, but I'll feel energetic and have a more positive outlook on life. No more avoiding people and hiding from certain individuals due to my past physical condition. My real estate sales will increase because I will be more positive and outgoing. My relationship with God continues to grow on a daily basis. He has allowed me to have good health throughout this transformation and I plan to repay Him as my life journey's on. With Bill's Transformation Challenge leading the way and starting a new life for me, there will be no turning back, as I continue down the path of success and happiness! I can't wait to start and see the results from my "second" Transformation Challenge!!! Mark
At the end of this 18 weeks, physically, I will weigh less than 160 lbs, and be in a size 10. I will be happy, positive, giving, selfless, confident. I will be strong, fit, healthy. I will wear a bikini to the beach this summer. I will be living life and not sitting on the sidelines letting it pass me by. I will smile more, laugh more, let go of the little things. I will help others in their journey, whether they are just beginning or have been here for a while, by supporting, encouraging, advising, and loving. I will be at peace with myself, not hold on to fears. I will continue to do more transformation challenges. I will be a champion - whether chosen or not, I will be a champion to myself, my family, my friends. They will see the transformation of me and know that I have changed.
Words are so powerful! FROM HERE ON, I AM FREE, LOVING, HAPPY, DEVOTED, KIND, PASSIONATE, AWARE, CHRISTLIKE, PEACEFUL, GLOWING, SMART, FULL, THIRSTY, THOUGHTFUL, GIVING, OPENMINDED, STRONG, WILLING, HELPFUL, HEALTHY, CONSIDERATE, SELFLESS AND HONEST!!!
I will look healthy and vital. I will look like a man who is at home in his body. I will look happy and energized. I will look powerful and charismatic. I will look strong and muscular. I will look like a man who has peace and tranquility. I will feel strong, present, complete, powerful, connected, happy, satisfied, peaceful, grateful, in love with the world, attractive, elated, and at home in my skin. I am powerful. I am unstoppable. I am extraordinary. I am of service. I am complete. I am access to the extraordinary. I am being loving, connected, present, and happy. I am happy to be alive. Namasté - Rob
How I will look, feel, and be: Fit, athletic, calm, serene, TRANQUIL, rejuvenated, energized, happy, enthusiastic, balanced, sane, organized, carefree, un-pressured, loving, loved, supportive, supported, focused, smiling, lighter, FEARLESS, stress free, POWERFUL, optimistic, confident, friendly, capable, blissful, up-beat, blessed, unflappable, courageous, conscientious, and dedicated.
my goals for 2009 Overall: Get to 135- 137# Body fat to 15-17% Attend the Arnold Classic in March to do Jen Hendershott's fashion show Do more yoga, at least one new class outside of my regular class each month Get yoga certification in July Get personal training credentials To find a fabulous new job that I can make a great living at, find fulfillment, and can incorporate wellness into serving those in need. Fitness: • Train for American Gladiators and send audition tape Continue to eat clean • Train for the natural figure competition Ms. Natural MN- May 16, 2009 • Work on achieving next belt level in Shotokhan in the next year Personal: • Make more friends to do things with • Date someone who is APPROPRIATE for me and that I actually like and am attracted to and can envision a future with • Read the books I am working on • Find opportunities to sing publicly • --- attend open jams, karaoke, make demo, attend auditions as they become available • Practice guitar so I can follow along with songs I sing and so to add to lyrics I write • write more- My Space blog, journal, fitness, health, and empowerment articles • Art- woodwork, airbrushing, painting, drawing Financial: • Find part-time opportunities to make extra money • ---bartending, teaching yoga classes, modeling/promotional jobs • spend less money going out (not drinking as much and dating someone I can hang out with at home will help) • Put all additional money into paying my equity loan (which can be transferred to checking if I need to pay a bill other than that) • DO NOT USE CREDIT CARDS Household: • Get the house organized, including basement • clean out Jordan's room, paint, and install shoe shelves and racks • get basement set up with table and music practice area • clean out garage and put things in my shed
At the end of the 18 weeks I will be healthier than I was when I started, by boold pressure will be close to normal again. (almost there already) I will have a better understanding of myself and what it takes to continue to make changes in all aspects of my life for the rest of my life.
At the end of my 18 weeks I will be strong mentally and physically. I will be the best of the best. I will also have more of an understanding of why am who I am. I will be an positive person not the negative person i once was. I will be a role model to others showing them where there is a will there is a way. I will be free of the addiction of bad eating habits and non activty.
After restating my goals during my 12th week, I can say that I feel a revamped drive to achieve those goals. With that, I needed to reinstate my visualization of where I wanted to be at the end of these 18 weeks...I see myself with a permanent smile on my face because I feel it so much from the inside. This will translate into more giving in my life - saying hello to people and smiling more often, keeping my head up because I am proud of who I am and where I have come from. I see myself being conscious of all of my actions - avoiding the numbness that once dominated my life and prevented me from feeling alive. I see myself showing more muscle definition because I am consistent with my workouts and nutrition. I see myself holding the power of what I do and controlling myself and all of my actions so that I prevent that "out of control" feeling that leads to so many bad habits. I see myself on an upward growth pattern with no end in sight...
I will look like I have just been hit by a water balloon full of joy and health! Physically stunning, smiling/laughing, confident, at peace with myself and others, and so full of energy as to be ready to take on more of anything anytime anywhere! I will feel like I have all the energy I could ever hope for. Like I could run, swim or fly to the ends of the earth and back without being out of breath. I will feel joyful about the fact that back pain is a fading and distant memory and that life is such a joy to be living. My life will be transformed such that I have time for everything I find to be important and the things that are not will have just fallen out of my life. I will feel incredible joy at having found and completed my first Transformation Challenge and happy that I can help others achieve the same results in their lives! I will be in the best physical shape I have ever been in, my heart full of joy and compassion, my mind at peace and my Spirit soaring at the possibilities of life as I am living it!
Assignment #12a Hello team- I just finished assignment 12a and b I have been working on them for about 7 days It really awakened my soul and part b (the post after this), really made me aware of my thoughts. I had to put on my internal boxing gloves. How I will look after the 18 week transformation: Happy, confidant,glowing,vibrant,healthy,and smiling. The windows to my soul will sparkle. I will have and keep a full set of eyelashes. I will look stunning and energized. I will have a positive presence when I enter a room ( a certain energy that glows and radiates) BE: I will be 193 lbs and going strong to lose more. The pounds will start to melt as I will be free of negative behaviors and helping others to overcome theirs. I will be spiritually connected and feel lighter and want to fully live life! I will be calm and peaceful even in the face of adversity. My faith will prevail. FEEL: I will feel burdens lifted and beautiful on the inside and outside. I will feel alive again! and excited about each new day and what the future holds. I will have my humor back and ready for a good laugh again. I will be someone that inspires and encourages others. I will be a positive role model for others struggling to win back their life back, as well as a great mom and a better wife. I will push forward ever learning, staying humble and thankful, creating a life of service to others all the while revealing, unfolding and putting each piece of the puzzle together for the true calling that God has for me! Liz
I have put a lot of thought into what I really want in the last week. I will be working in a job I love and wake up happy to go to work everyday. I will pay my bills and rent and have plenty of money to donate to charitable causes. I will have boundless energy and feel alive. I will have my best body in my life and will be proud to wear any outfit in my closet. I will be in a relationship that fulfills us both. We will have only positive words and love to give eachother. My son and I will have a continued positive relationship and I will use my positive words to encourage him to always do his best. I will have a family who is inspired by my transformation and will have started on their own journey...they too will be on there way to happiness. I will be persuing my big 5 for life and talk to as many people as I can about them and receive overwhelming support. I will be able to meet even more of my fellow transformers and contribute positively in their lives as they have mine. I will feel fulfilled yet always eager to be striving for more. Jennifer
Bill at the end of 18 weeks I will look like a different child of God. My Light will be shining bright for all those around me and I will be standing tall with new clothes and my hair cut clean and tight as an outward sign of the clean and confident nature of my spirit. My eyes will be clear and bright with the amazement of a young boy discovering the world for the first time As I get ready to embrace the day I will flex my biceps and look at myself sideways in the mirror after a hot cleansing shower where I will visualize the Me of tomorrow as I have for the last 18 weeks. In my heart I know this day that I have finished the biggest commitment that I have ever undertaken in my whole life. I will be energized by my own power to succeed at anything I put my heart into and will dress for success knowing that I have a day full of opportunities ahead of me to make changes that will affect the lives of everyone I have contact with that day. I will prepare a healthy breakfast to fuel my body for the days tasks and will confidently kiss my bride as we part ways and give her a nice big squeeze to flex my muscles for her a bit. I will walk into work with a bounce to my step and confidence that I can tackle any hurdles put before me and fuel my energy with high quality protein and complex carbs to be sure I am at the peak of my performance all day long. I will go home at lunch and prepare a healthy meal for my bride and myself and re-energize for the 1/2 half of the day with healthy food and good conversation of how we'll spend our evening. I will talk to many people during the day and share my energy with them and help to be the change that turns our work environment into an energetic center of people with a can do attitude for success and share my story with all who inquire to be the change for them. I will feel the energy all day from my healthy choices, I will feel the energy bouncing back from the work culture I have helped to change and I will feel the positive energy that abounds from my family when I get home to be with them after the days work is done. I will be "That guy" that you want your spouse to be ,Strong, Caring, energetic, sexy, positive and I will be "That Guy" that you want your Dad to be attentive, positive, reassuring, mentoring full of positive influence for your future, I will be "That Guy" you want to be on your team at work, agreeable, diligent, thorough and accessible and I will be "That Guy" you want to talk with at church Spiritual, Thankful, Joyous and sympathetic. I am already very much "That Guy" and at the end of that last day on week #18. I will be on my knees at my bedside giving thanks to the Father with all the reverence that is due from the creature to it's creator because when all is said and done I will precisely look, feel and be what the good Lord intends for me to be to do his work in this world. Thanks for the beautiful images that just went through my head while I typed this Bill. I can't wait until that day! I will know I am a Champion in this world and will make it my lifes work to guide others to becoming the real person trapped inside a life and body that have failed them.Peace & Light, Dave
I will be on my way to being FREE! I started on this journey to become fit, healthy and toned but what I am encoutering is a complete life change from job, to house, to a deeper more meaningful prayer life. Qualify time spent with God and with my children. The two most important things in my life. I have and will continue to set goals, I will use positive self talk and meditation in my every day life and not just for special occasions. I will proclaim and confess that I can be successful in all things, not just in exercise or eating properly. I will speak and believe that sugar and diet pepsi no longer control me. I will live a full and healthy life full of love and laughter and I will not need food as a friend or a crutch. This is a new revelation to me and we are already 12 weeks into this program. I have a long way to go but I am getting there day by day. There is no deadline or ending of this journey. It is a life long experience. Thanks to all of my T.com friends for your prayers and support. I love you all. Lori
I will be on my way to look svelte, cleaner lines, more slender. I will have poise and elegant posture. I will look more slender, happy, alive. I will feel clean and healthy, proud of how far I've come. I will reinvent my relationship with my Heavenly Father. I feel very close to Him. I feel unconditionally compassionate and empathetic to people.
At the end of week 18 I will look, feel and be physically strong, fit, tone, healthy, muscular but lean. My arms and legs will be lean, tight and have feminine muscle definition. My abs will be defined and I will no longer have a baby belly roll. I will be confident wearing a bathing suit and not feeling I need to cover certain areas. My skin will be tight and glowing. My eyes will sparkle and my smile will light up the room. I will exude positive energy, vibrancy, peace, joy and health. I will be full of joy, purpose, God confidence, self-worth, energy, love, compassion. I will be lighter inside and out. I will feel happy, healed, whole, focused, forgiven, loved, gratitude, empathy. I will love my children and my husband more and make them a priority in my life. I will be walking daily in my God given purpose. I will be an example to others. I will no longer be a victim of my past, but a victor who has learned valuable lessons from my past experiences. I will have personal boundaries and will not let others dictate who I am and what I am worth. I will use my experience and knowledge to help others.
At the end of this 18 weeks I will look leaner and toned. I will smile and have new outlook on who I am and how I appear to others. I want to smile on the outside because I am happy on the inside. No fake smiles for me anymore. I will be the poster child for change in the lives of my friends and family. I will have changed my negative inner dialog, to the positive side. This will help me handle the stresses of the day. Just Happy! HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY!
On my 18 week mark I will BE Strong, I will BE Healthier, I will BE a CHAMPION IN THE MAKING, I will BE Focused, I will BE an Inspiration to others, I will BE THE CHANGE, I will BE Grounded in my authentic self , I will BE Living My Authentic Life, I will BE Present In My Life.
What I'll precisely look like, feel like, and be at the end of this 18 week transformation: I will look strong, fit and happy to be alive! My body will be a bodyof work... of art! Hard work and magnificent art that is! My chest and abdominals will be ripped and defined like Bill Phillips. My biceps and tricep will be proportional and toned. I will look at my back and be proud of the "V" taper from shoulders to lower back. Overall, my upper body will be chisseled and sculpted. My lower body and legs will be cracked up with noticed definition striated between the muscles and feel like graceful tree stumps balanced and strong. My heart and cardiovascular system will feel FULL and in control of life! It will be ready for an any event, short or long in duration, to test it's vast perfection to any endeavor. Mentally, I will feel clear, focused, energized, and love will spread from me like gamma rays of a nuclear blast onto a nearby city, touching and changing anything in it's path. My love and compassion will touch anyone that comes around. I will feel free of my personal trust issues to myself and I'll have stong self-discipline within. I will know my God and that He love me and I Him! People will se the presence of the Lord in my appearance, verbage, and actions taken in everyday life. People will know that I am, and will always be, a soldier of God's plan in my life, my families life, and in this world. Altogether, my body, mind, and soul will be One! I will be a lubricated and maintained machine and a beacon of hope and direction to others in their darkest times and a comforter of peace in the time of despair. I will be a coach to guide individuls and families and to give my all to those who trely want their own transformation in their life as I have. I will be proud of Shawn and all he is! My head will be raised up, ready to battle each and everyday for myself, my family, others, and my Lord! Shawn is ALIVE!
At the 18 week mark of my transformation I will look fit. My body will be toned and fit and strong. I will carry myself upright, with straight posture. I will have a light in my eyes that will be recognizable from across a room (I'm not opposed to an occasional mischeivous gleam, either!). My smile will be genuine and automatic, and will garner smiles from others automatically. I will brighten a room with my presence. I will bring an energy that fills me to the top into every situation, and a love for God that will shine through me. I will feel happy, productive, and energetic from day to day. I will seek the best in people, and push for the best in myself. I will be truly present when I engage other people. I will seek the beauty in the world around me and I will delight in God's presence in my life.
I will LOOK radiant and glowing, beautiful, toned, slender, firm, tanned. I will stand up straight. I will move elegantly and smoothly. My teeth will be white, my skin will be clear, my hair and nails will be healthy and shiny. My skin will be soft, smooth and supple. My eyes will be bright and open. I will smile with my eyes. I will FEEL exhilarated, accomplished, happy, successful, calm, confident, enthusiastic, fabulous, excited about life, energized, renewed, thankful, powerful, unstoppable, excellent, able, light and carefree, playful, elated, sexy, attractive, overjoyed, thrilled, in awe, magnificent. I will BE truthful, loving, strong, healthy, whole, alive, humble, intelligent, organized, outspoken and outgoing, grateful, free, courageous, aware, faithful, worthy, prayerful, genuine, honest, obedient, caring, kind, gentle, soothing, loyal, grounded, clear, focused, of service, cheerful, madly in love with my husband, truly enjoying my children, making and keeping close meaningful friendships, creative, a writer and a speaker, an artist and a dancer. I will be an agent of positive change wherever I go. I am a daughter of my Heavenly Father and He loves me and has a plan for me. I will fulfill the measure of my creation and dedicate my life to my Heavenly Father, thinking, feeling, speaking and doing His will as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend. I will walk with angels and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. I know I am not the source of light, but I dedicate my life to reflecting the light into the dark places of the world.
At the 18-week mark of my transformation I will look like an entirely different person, tone athletic and healthy. I will feel the best I ever have, energetic, happy, confident, giving, honest and humbled. I will be the real me.
Assignment 12A: At the end of my 18-week journey I will look: self-confident, healthy, energetic, thin, toned, happy, rested, peaceful. I will feel: happy, confident, successful, loved, loving, accepted, worthy. I will be: a Godly-woman who is trusting in God for everything, I will be giving, confident, strong, unselfish, healthy, happy, encouraging, enthusiastic, positive, loving, encouraging, more grateful, supportive, empowered.
How I see myself at week18- 1. FULLY ALIVE! 2. THIN! 3.LEAN! 4.INSPIRED! 5.AN ACHIEVER! 6.A BELIEVER! 7.FOCUSED! 8.A PART OF THE CHANGE! 9.ON FIRE AND READY TO INSPIRE! 10. HAPPY-FULL OF LIFE AND LOVE! -IN BLISS!
At the end of my 18 weeks I : LOOK: I am SMILING! I have a glow/LIGHT that radiates from within. My eyes SPARKLE with enthusiasm & HOPE! I am walking tall, head up, shoulders back & Im confident and PROUD of myself! My stomach is flat, my arms are toned, I look HEALTHY in my new jeans & T shirt. I look more like 30 than 40, my hair is shiny & healthy, my skin glows even without a tan! FEEL: I feel WHOLE! I wake up and believe that each & every day is a new OPPORTUNITY! I am energetic, yet calm within. My thoughts are CLEAR. My mind is FOCUSED! Im Calm & PEACEFUL because I am a Child of God, and I am following His path. I feel FREE! My heart & SPIRIT are light & FREE from the past because I have learned the POWER OF FORGIVENESS! I LOVE the reflection of the strong, empowered and confident woman I see! I'm ESTASTIC! Im sooo inspired that Im ready to burst at the seams! My back & knee are no longer painful, swollen or injured...they are healthy & strong! I am an open book-Im FEELING what it means to L-I-V-E!!! BE: I AM LIVING!!! I am friendly and my GENUINE smile makes me APPROACHABLE. I'm outgoing, HAPPY and truly enjoy helping others. I'm volunteering with the Min Pin Rescue Group IMPS & helping save the lives of these precious dogs and finding them find their Forever Homes! I'm grateful, compassionate, and inspired and because of that- I LOOK for opportunities and find ways to help others daily. I hold an unconditional intention of Compassion towards others and myself! I'm a better listener, a more productive employee, a happier & better Mom, girlfriend & daughter. I AM TRANSFORMING!!!!!
I will look strong, fit, and people will know that I have self discipline. My shoulders will be well defined, and will connect to my chest muscles and arms like a gymnast. My arms will be well defined and it will be clear that there are triceps and biceps. My forearms will look great. My chest will be defined so that you can see the muscle in the upper chest, as well as the middle and lower section of my chest. My abdomen will look very athletic. I will be able to see every muscle from my lower back to the abdominal muscles themselves. My hips will be muscular, and my legs will be like slabs of beef, sort of like Bill Phillips. I will be very proportionate and athletic, not muscle bound. I will feel strong physically, but most important I will feel strong mentally. I will feel filled with the Holy Spirit and people will see and feel it when I walk into a room. Mentally I will know no limits. I will be free of self limiting beliefs, and will help other overcome theirs. I will be a beacon of light that people will look for, and feel safe going to. They will know that I’m from God by the way I speak, and by my actions. I won’t have to tell them, they will just know that I’m different, and they will want what I have. I will continue to feed my body, mind and soul the “Right Recipe” even after this first transformation. The change that I make will affect those around me in a positive way. I will be a complete person body, mind, and soul.
I like the word authentic. I have hidden for a long time -afraid to be and say what is really my truth. So I will be more confident, honest and kind.
At the end of this 18-week challenge, I will: look (and feel) lean, strong, and athletic; have well defined musculature; have muscle mass in addition to being lean; have a well defined 6-pack; be happy with who I am; be physically and spiritually alive; trust myself; and believe in my ability to take on and complete any future endeavors.
When I finish this 18 week transformation, I will feel stronger than I've ever felt, the most confident I ever felt and the most positive I ever felt in my life. But I realize that that is only the beginning of my journey! I'm so exited!
I will awake each morning thanking God for giving me another day so I may do His work with a renewed vigor! I will feel great and look young. I will be full of life and love myself for who I am. I will be at peace with my God and myself, I will enjoy life with my family and friends. I will be confident in knowing I can accomplish any thing I put my mind to and have the abilities to face adversities head on! I will Be The Change! An example for others to see and follow. And I will thank God for the good and the bad, for I know He is helping me become the person he wants me to become.
At week 18 I will be totally in love with myself and with my life. I will feel confident and filled with pure joy, passion and endless energy. I will be clear on my priorities and will be living my life in a focused and deliberate manner. I will uplift others with my positive energy and my unconditional love for them. I will fill myself up by pursuing creative projects that inspire me and bring me joy. I will look around me and see beauty that is a reflection of my inner self. I will feel organized and clear. I will live consciously and be present in every moment. I will radiate love and joy everywhere I go. I will be lean, slender, toned and youthful looking. I will be strong and full of vitality. My relationships with my husband and daughters will be even more wonderful than they are now. I will have grown and changed in positive ways that surpassed my wildest expectations. I love my life!
At the end of my 18 weeks I will be comfortable living in the 'flow' of the universe. I will be active in what I do to contribute. I will feel alive and excited, knowing that I am contributing to others. I will be reassured that the universe is working with and within me, and with and within everyone else on the planet. I will be satisfied and happy and grateful and blessed. I will be humbled by the grace of the universe. I will bear witness to the magnificence of transformation and positive growth.
At the end of the 18 weeks I will feel: GRATEFUL! OVERJOYED! Inspiring! Sensational! Fit. Happy. Excited. Energetic. Healthy. Aware. Fearless. Connected to my spiritual source. Relishing God’s plan for my life. Like I've caught the lear jet. It’s all great. FIT! Sexy. Strong. FREE! Ready for anything. Thrilled to be alive! Thrilled to be a lifetime t.com'er!!!!
At week 18, it is had for me to even think how much more I could change. I am at the end of week 9 and have loved the changes. My beg struggle though is to think about this in terms other than the physical. Phisically I invision to be strong, healthy, lean, and tight. I will be buying new clothes that fit, and will be proud to be seen with well fitting shirts instead of loose covering items. Mentally, I will be more focuesed. My montra for everything now is Focused Intensity. In my workouts, at work, at home, everywhere. 100% all the time, and no multi-tasking. Spirtitually is where I really fall apart. As I have written before in an earlier assignment, I have been pretty spiritual for the last 19 years. Having been on staff at a church and seeing God do some amazing things in my life. The problem I have had is with people messing up what God is doing, and getting it confused with WHO God is. I would like to see myself trusting God more, and letting things go and not holding things against people. In words: trusting, loving, forgiving, and being nice.
Oh, and his golf game is so much better since he got in shape......
When this transformation is done I will be healthy, happy, and habitually filled with joy. I will wake up every day thrilled to be alive and anticipating all the love I can share with my family and friends. When people talk about me they will say, "Man, that Brett Shepherd sure is a nice guy. He just seems to love life and he is a joy to be around. He brings happiness to my life. And the way he is there for his wife and kids -- that's amazing! I wish I had the same energy and spirit that he has!" That is who I am going to be. Brett
I will feel free and full of love, giving, positive flowing energy. I will feel I can reachout to others and lift their spirits to new heights. I will free to express myself in ways that will deepen friendships, family ties, and give people a man that can cry, love, laugh, joke, exchange ideas, and progressing in life. I will look like a powerful, confident and healthy man filled with desire to explore life to its fullest. I will be a man people look to for a smile when needed, encouragement when down, a hug when expressing his love. In 18 weeks I will be the change and leading by humble example, counsel, and free with encouragement to others as they walk this journey to a new way of living. I will be the change because I will always be learning and eager to be taught. I will be the change because in this journey there was only a beginning, but we will not see the finish only milestones as we continue "BEING THE CHANGE".
At the end of this 18 week transformation I will have started to love myself for the first time ever. On the outside you will be able to see the strong, confident woman who was living inside of this body all these years.I will be at peace with what I do, what I say and how I conduct myself when no one else is around. I will have transformed into that butterfly that I have always dreamed of. I will be humble, teachable and grateful. I will reach out to others more and be there for anyone coming my way. I will be that person who changes another life by one small act, verbal or nonverbal. I am going to be the change I have been searching for my whole life, and boy am I excited! Love and prayers to all at the T. Community.
At the end of the 18 weeks I will be an Inspiration to all others. I will be very strong, and motivated beyond what I have ever been before. I will be this positive and energetic person that I have always dreamed I could be. I will Live, Laugh and Love like I have never before. What you will see is a person who has completely changed inside and out. My heart is open and full of life, my spirit is alive a well, I feel like I’ve been reborn into a new life. My heart, body and soul are so alive and filled with so much life and love it is unbelievable. I’m a Transformed into the new me. I thank the Lord my God for his strength and love he has and will always provide to me. In Jesus all things are possible my friends as I am living proof. -John
In 18 weeks I will be an inspiration to my friends, family and those I some into contact with. I will be accepting of peoples differences. I will feel better than I did when I was 22 years old because I have a purpose now. Though I may not gain 100 lbs of lightness the first time around on my transformation I will have laid the solid foundation that I will build upon. I will have a stronger more focused lifestyle. I will be more trusting so that I can learn and share with my wife and friends the hopes, dreams and aspirations that I have. I will walk into my home and my daughter will yell "daddy!" and run into my arms because she knows that I love her unconditionally and eternally. I will be honest in my emotions, and when I smile it will come from the heart and soul of a man who who knows the power and victory of the word RECOVERED. Amen.
My 18 week visions are written as positive affirmations b/c I believe in THE POWER OF WORDS: "I AM EATING CLEAN, FEELING LEAN, AND LIVING THE DREAM" I look lean, vibrant, healthy, confident, and at peace. I am the physical image of me that God intended. I am young, strong, energetic, confident, and at peace. I am quietly humbled and my new confidence does not appear lessened by increased bravado. I am compassionate and aware of others. I am connected to my soul and therefore an inviting messenger to others. I am continually learning and growing by giving to others that which was freely given to me. I am happy and greatful to be in my own skin. "I AM CHANGED AND I AM BEING THE CHANGE."
I look Great!! I have Bulging Abs. I am a power house of energy. Nothing stops my drive. I am a unstopable force of positive energy. I have positive effects on all who come in contact me. I'm ALIVE!!
At the end of this 18 week journey I will: Look - Beautiful, Radiant and Glowing. I will: Feel - Alive, Successful, Confident, Exhilarated, Energized, Light Hearted, Loving, Joy and Happiness. I will: Be - Carefree, Relaxed and at Peace. I feel so fortunate to be on this journey of self awareness, health and spirituality! Thank you Bill for the opportunity! Janice
Bill, thank you for this assignment. I have had so much positive energy (I like to call it the Holy Ghost) with me this week , that I feel like I am going to explode. I have my confidence back. I believe in myself again. I know I will accomplish anything that I put my mind to. I know that, no matter what the outcome, I will be a winner. I feel better about myself now , than I have in years. That kitten has been trying to overcome the wolf, and now it has. I think that no matter what, I have grown mentally, spiritually, and physically more than I ever dreamed of. Now, it's just a matter of time to see the physical changes manifest themselves in a positive healthy manner. I think I will look the best I have in my entire life. I know that I will feel great, and be a champion! I already feel like one now! So to sum it up, I will feel and be who I am right now, but my appearance will reflect the change within! xoxo, Terri
When we did assignment #1 - my after vision was a difficult one for me to come up with. This was because I had never believed I had that kind of future in me before - it was uncharted territory that took awhile to explore. Once I had my after vision clearly in mind - I learned what you taught in this lesson; we get what we think about whether we want it or not. I changed my " I Am " on my homepage to reflect that I already am this after vision. Why? Because I am thinking from the end - thinking from where I want to end up -vs- where my mind believes I am now. So, to tell you where I "will be" is to tell you where I AM: I am a woman in TRANSFORMATION - I am a 38 year old mother of 2. - I am a wife of 11 years - I am an ATHLETE - I am Sexy - I am Healthy - I am that 165# cougar - I am a better wife - I am a better mother - I am someone who loves herself - I am truly happy - I am satisfied with my life - I am confident - I am beautiful - I am spiritually grounded - I am FREE - I am grateful - I am blessed - I am passionate - I am focused - I am connected to my family - I am organized - I am someone who doesn't procrastinate - I am giddy - I am someone who laughs all the time - I am compassionate - I am generous - I am trustworthy - I am finally at peace - I am finally able to forgive - I am someone who lets things go - I am fair - I am jazzed about life - I am a mentor to my family - I am an optimist - I am free from labels - I am awakened - I am someone who lives in the present moment
In 9 more weeks I will Look: At all as One. I will Look: Like a peaceful refuge I will Look: Like I wish to live I will feel: Powerful again, solid as the suns molten core yet as light as a feather. I will feel: Love within and without, breathing it in, then breathing it out. I will feel: Gentle not fragile, Soft but not weak, Warm, approachable, giving. I, “WILL BE.., ME!” again.
I will look slimmer, firmer, healthier, well rested and my skin will be clear and glowing, I will stand tall and hold my head erect and I shall have a smile on my face and a twinkle in my eyes. I will feel strong, pliable, peaceful, happy, energetic and worthy of love and friendship. I will be caring, patient, loving, helpful, renewed in my spirit and mind and I will be changed into a joyful positive person. I will be a blessing to everyone I come into contact with. I will be strong in mind and body. I will glow.
18 weeks and feeling alive! I can move so much easier! I am enjoying healthy meals and eating regularly! I am energetic and enthusiastic! I can see muscle! I can feel muscle! I only care what others think from the perspective of wanting to be an inspiration to them. I accept myself as a very loved child of God who is now taking responsibility for the body He gave me. I am bringing it to it's best and most productive state. I am obeying God's will for my life and am fully present in each moment. A beautiful container is just that...but the contents of that container can bring about warmth and comfort. The gift isn't the package it is wrapped in (no matter how beautiful) but rather what is inside. My attention is on what is inside of me first and the packaging second.
Not only at the end of the 18 weeks but I will continue to feel and already am more energetic, full of life, Vibrant, radiating love and kindness. Encouraging, inspiring and inspired by others. Sharing what I know to help others make posative changes in their life. I am Strong, fit, and ready to take on new challenges with a posative focus. My adversity has become inspiration. I am no longer floundering but taking charge and have specific goals. I have organized ways to reach those goals. My mind is sharp and I am ever so smart. I am truely happy, a good mom and wife. I feel loved by my family and others and worthy of that love. I stand tall and feel beautiful in the body I have created for myself.
I will feel and be more positive. I will remember that I may not be perfect but I am a work in progress and every day is an opportunity to learn, grow and become the person I am meant to be. I will wake up each day with a smile on my face and gratitude in my heart, knowing that I have been given another chance to live, grow and give. I will know that every day that I’m given is another day to take steps forward and that even if I slid back I do not need to give up but just get up and move forward with an attitude of I can do this, I will do this
WOW this assignment means SO MUCH TO ME!!!!!!!When my mother was in the hospital and could only move her lips yet I could not hear her because of the breathing tube...my gosh EVERY cell in her body was speaking to me! I was SO aware and so enlivened by her and what she was speaking! OUR LIVES SPEAK....that energy is truly SO REAL! If I had not gone though this path with my mother I wouldnt be able to understand what BILL is saying to the FULL extent. WORDS are SO POWERFUL! What we say to ourselves and to others SPEAKS so powerfully! Our lives are SPEAKING....love spoken through each other! At the end of 18 weeks I WILL feel: VALUED...WORTH BLESSINGS, Strong yet humble, healthy,beautiful, vibrant, Free, proud of me, honored, ready to BLESS, Eager to bless, glowing, vibrant, refreshed, renewed, radiating GODS LOVE, helper of the poor..broken and hurting, Truly embracing my WORTH as GODS CHILD, dedicating this rest of the challenge in HONOR of MY MOTHER who did not win her battle with her weight,CUP running OVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
At the end of my 18 weeks I will speak and act more lovingly. I've noticed that I am learning to change my thinking before the words come out of my mouth. I want to only speak words of love, encouragement, and healing over myself and others. I will look younger and healthier than when I started this journey. I will live from a heart that knows who I am in God and that I am truly loved for who I am. I will do all that I can to help others realize this. I will feel ~ something I've spent so many years trying NOT to do. I will feel alive and energized, loved and compasionate. I will completely understand that who I am on the inside matters more than what I look like on the outside and what the world says is beautiful isn't necessarily true. I will live spiritually closer to God than ever with each passing day.
At the end of this 18 week challenge I will Look: healthy, toned, vibrant, strong, like a new me, like I care about myself, like a person with self-control and discipline, confident with my head held high, inviting with a heart of compassion for others, more like Christ, like I am engaged in life, radiant, like goodness and joy are just bubbling from my soul, like pig-pen but instead of dust it will be love hovering, younger, for positives in everything and every one, for opportunities to bless others, for opportunities to share my transformation journey and I will look forward to my future. I will Feel: confident, strong, successful, energized, alive, empowered, free, proud, connected, amazing, sexy, accomplished, passionate about life and others, fearless, grateful, blessed, comfortable in my own skin, that I have reversed my curse, that my past doesn’t control me, courageous, proud that I honored a promise to myself, that I can accomplish anything I set my mind to, free from limiting thoughts, healthy, authentic, like a champion, God’s grace and I will feel worthy of my calling. I will Be: at peace, calm, meek, humbled, more self-aware than I ever have been, closer to God, closer to my family, able to process my emotions in a healthy way, connected, filled with contagious joy, accomplishing my goals, focused on what is really important, giving to others more than I ever have, captivating, graceful, merciful, sharing my journey with others, celebrating, more compassionate, on top of the world, bold, brave, inspiring, encouraging, free from the physical weight, free from the emotional weight, more spiritually mature, a guide for others, a transformation champion, confident in God’s love for me, fearless, unstoppable, spreading Gods love, truly trusting God and believing I am who He says I am, grateful, giving God the glory, a healthy role model, accountable, and I will be even more purpose minded.
AT THE END OF 18 WEEKS I WILL BE HAPPIER MORE CONFIDENT, AND MORE PATIENT. I WILL HAVE LEARNED FROM CHANGING THE MINDSETTHAT YOU CAN ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS. I MIGHT NOT BE EXACYLY WHERE I WANT TO BE BUT I WILL CONTINUE TO MOVE FORWARD IN A POSITIVE DIRECTION THANK YOU BILL. YOU ARE AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!
When I reach the 18th week of my transformation journey... I will look - happy, content, strong, healthy, self-assured, sexy. I will feel free, vibrant, confident, at peace. I will be... half way to my physical goals, ready to take on the world! happy to be alive! Moving toward my personal "spot" in life! More in love with the T.com community than ever!~Debra~
Proverbs on the power of words: 18:21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. 25:15 By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone. 12:18 There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health. 31:26 She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness. 1 Peter 3:9 Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing. Ok, how i'm gonna look and fell and be when i reach the goal...hm! gonna have to write that on my blog journal :D
How we choose our words which are verbally dispersed has an impact in how we react at first. A reaction doesn’t necessarily mean physically. It can entail how we conduct our lives through relationships with family, friends, employers and so forth. Words are what influences feelings, and feelings play a major factor in how we act and react. With that in mind, since knowing we have all the freedom in the world “free will” to say as we please, most times, a majority of people don’t tend to think twice nor thrice about how they choose to disperse words. Fact is, words are also converted to verbs! In the weeks following my physique alteration starting Feb 18, 2009, my goal is to look a little more happy first on the outside, because facial expressions are a major factor in communicating a silent message to others how you feel on the inside. Since a boy plans on building long lasting relationships with others, I need to always have a smile on my face! However, I plan to look much more slender in the next 6-8 weeks from the time I started working out on Feb 18, 2009, when I weighed in at 250 at that time. I do believe it will happen, because I have placed a “call to action” on how I use words to describe how my looks will look in weeks ahead. A call to action also means I have to keep the proof in my pudding, w/ all action! Feelings. We all have them. Through a physical alteration, perhaps feelings towards life, and personal issues I face daily, will propel me in maturing to the point, where obtuse & acute feelings will help positively sprout out my manhood, thus keeping me emotionally balanced, sharing love along the way. Love is what we all need to survive. Positive words are doves. They are full of peace and help the soul to fly in love. I’ve learned that “slowly” as a blogger in the early days starting out in May 2008. Lastly, because I value feelings & looks ahead of the physical aspect, I hope to be 40 pounds lighter in the next 2-3 months, so I can make my mother proud I’m successfully rebuilding my life all over again, starting with a strong spirit, and body, to compliment the positive mental buildup!
Bill, the words you are asking for are how I will LOOK, FEEL and BE: Well here goes those words to describe Brian Jermyn in 18 weeks. I will LOOK: like a new man--50lbs lighter--like a leader--Healthier than I have evr been--proud and confident--great in 34" waist jeans--Happy I will Feel: like a million bucks--Inspired--successful--Healthy--Confident and Proud--Like a good father/husband--Happy--Inspired--Rejuvinated I will BE: A Leader--An Inspiratin for others--A good father/Husband--Strong--Healthier inside and out--Slimmer and more toned-- Inspired to share the word--Confident and Proud--A Teacher/Motivator--A Mentor to someone--A Role model for my family-- Overall, A Winner in Life!! I realize some of these words overlap into the next category, but I had to write them down as I felt them. And I feel GREAT!!!! Thanks, Brian
LOOK: I Spencer Cassler will look: Strong Confident Healthy Inspirational Sharpe Successful FEEL I Spencer Cassler will feel: Confident Alive Healthy Peaceful Fear Less Proud BE I Spencer Cassler will: Be An Example Be Smiling Be Confident Be Standing tall Be Out Going Be Strong Be Athletic Be Powerful Be fast Be Balance Be An Eliminator of Excuse Be A Leader Be Humble Be Teachable Be Patience Be In Control Be In Top Shape Be At 5% Body fat Be Successful Be In Peak Shape Be Stiving Be Trusting Be Engaged Be Spiritual Be Close to the Spirit Be Inspired Be A Problem Solver Be One of Great Faith Be Assertive Be A Teacher Be A Coach Be A Student Be A Champion Be Making New Goals Be A New Spencer Be The Change
I will be proud, energized, confident and inspired. I will be a role model to others both professionally and personally. I will laugh often, smile easily and love openly. I will live passionately. I will accept what I cannot change. I will live life to my priorities, recognizing that time is a gift that must be spent wisely. I will be a real member of my community--contributing time, talent & treasure in ways that make a lasting difference for others. I will be healthy in every aspect of my life: physically, emotionally and psychologically. I will like a champion: challenging myself, challenging others, growing, learning and loving life.
At the 18 week mark of my transformation I will walk taller and with purpose. Things will still go wrong, life will remain fragile, but I am going to be better able to weather the storms and better able to enjoy life’s triumphs. My stomach will be flat, my arms will be strong, my legs will be firm and strong, and my chin will be firm. I am going to walk with a bounce in my step, move with the music and smile until everyone else in the room smiles too. The me you will see will be authentic and real and not afraid to be what I am. I will not covet things that I don’t need and be rid of clutter. Clutter in my home, thoughts, and time. I will be free of the people, expenses, habits and beliefs that hold me back. I know that I will never stand alone, and I will never want to.
At the end of my 18 weeks I will live much more frequently in the present. I will enjoy each moment much more thoroughly. I will feel focused, confident, satisfied and very peaceful. I will have strong and constant energy. I will feel strongly connected to others. I will feel 'at-one' with everything on a constant basis. I will feel renewed; I will have become someone new. I will be exhilarated and excited feeling new.
I am strong, inside and out, beautiful, kind and loving, a leader by example. quiet in mind and vibrant in soul.
I will look like a woman who is serene, full of joy, and radiating wellness. I will be a passionate woman with a warrior’s heart, who has battled long and hard, but now knows peace that flows like a river. I am a woman who’s faced down all her demons and now stands tall and triumphant. I am a woman who’s potential in life and capacity to love is unlimited. I WILL be a woman who’s learned to fly!
I feel exactly like porter did, when he did his transformation. "He felt he was going to complete his 18 weeks or die trying". By the end of the transformation i will look great! Toned, Muscular and good looking again. Most importantly i will feel with enough confidence to know i can be that person for the rest of my life. My life will be organized in every aspect and will be giving my very best (no regrets) to my job and business. I will be the inspiration of friends, familly, but most of all anybody who notices my change. I will be eager to help others who are willing to make the CHANGE. There is no doubt that so far i beleive im on the right path and will be very eager to help others follow. I will be rid of all the negative self talk and replace them with positive ones. I will fully understand that all humans are victims of food and drinks advertisements and that to feel good, we dont need to consume unhealthy food and drinks; at least not more than once a week. I have to understand fully that all the junk is good one day, but NOT more.
I will be a better person, a successful person, who will be a great example for someone who wants to turn their life around. I will get pop out of bed and start the day by waking up the roosters. People at the gym will ask me if I'm on steroids (cause i'll be so buff), and I'll say, "No, I just take daily injections of T.com!" I will use the lessons I've learned about applying hardwork here, and apply them to my future goals/plans.
This has been a Journey of thought for me. When I joined Transformation.com I knew right away that this was the place to conquer my fears and get the help I needed to Transform. I had already made up my mind that I would not let the adversities I encountered over the past six years defeat me. I have fought every step of the way to combat unhealthy way's of living, and eating. I knew I had to change all the bad habits and start new good habits. Losing my job and being out of work since October of 2008 has made me very humble. I could not eat out every day and night. I could not even buy new clothes . I knew I had to lose the fat so that I could present myself In my interviews not as an old worn out 62 year old man, but as a healthy, energetic person who is in good shape.. I did not know where the money would come from to buy special food products must less buy other supplies. It Would take every dime I could get from doing extra work just to pay the bills. Even with all this I knew I had to do this so I decided to take the challenge on January 1, 2009, knowing that it would truly be a challenge in so many way's. I didn't know if my knee replacement would allow me to keep up with the cardio and leg exercises. Some day's I worked out in pain, but somehow got through it. I called on my T-friends for advice and support and they where right with me. I consider myself very fortunate that I have a lot of equipment of my own such as tread mill, work out station, smith machine, bike, rowing machine, climber, Olympic weights and dumbbell's. I could not afford to join a gym or hire a trainer. though I have had many I have met adversities head on to complete my challenge. I will continue until I reach my goal. I may not be right where I want to be at this point, but I have made a commitment to myself to buckle down and work harder to get there. Much to my surprise friends and family have noticed the change in me. My friend Mary said just the other day, "Hey I can get my arms around you." My brother, after not seeing me in a while said "Hey little brother you're looking good, have you gone back on the BFL plan." It made me feel good that he remembered when I had taken the challenge before. Since I have started back to work, I have friends in the business tell me my whole attitude has changed I seem more relaxed. I owe this to the challenge. By talking to my team and other T-friends it's easy to be nice because they are nice. Even I can tell that my attitude toward life has changed. I was in a store today and was waiting in line and instead of being mad at having to wait I caught myself telling the man behind me about Transformation.com , Bill Phillips and my T-friends. I no longer want to be just anybody, I want to be the "Hero within" someone who can stand tall and fearless. I want to be "admired by those around me". I know that I am on my way to being all those things, thanks to the opportunities Bill has given me to do so. I plan to change my life to the person I deserve to be and succeed in my challenge no matter how long it takes. I will be the "Change." John
I will be healthy and happy. I will wake up each morning ready and excited to meet the day, and very grateful for another opportunity to be a good influence for other people. I will thank God for the day and for all the blessings that he gives me. I will spend the day doing all that I can to make the world a better place for myself and for others. I will stop all negative thoughts that may come into my mind and react to any negative from others in a positive way. I will end each day with a pray of thankfulness to God for his mercy and blessings.
I will commit to taking on positive challenges. I wrote something in my profile today about laughing at myself. I thought it was funny. I sent it to Bill and he explained that it might make others feel bad. I didn't get it. I reworded it but it kind of ate at me all day so I committed to doing all the assignments today to get where I needed to be. I get it now! I am glad I went through all 12 exercises today because it will make the mind transformation deeper and stronger. I finished my commitment to myself today to make sure I was on the right track here. Taking on the positive challenges are a change for me. I usually take on the uncontrollable feats which end up controlling me. I give up the control that will destroy me. Controlling people are uncontrollable. I want to be more open and easy to get along with. I have been disrepectful of myself and lived in defeat. I will repect myself which will allow me to respect others. I see myself as a better person, more understanding, more sensative and caring for others. The wrath, anger, mad, and grieving person I was three weeks ago is already gone and I will continue the transformation. I will be energetic, but I will be a pillar of inspiration. I will be a better listener than talker. My spirit transforms everyday, I workout with Christians and although I am a Christian, I don't think God has honored my distrust in him during these last 8 years. I think I had to let go for him to honor me with time to join the "T" family. I was underserving of anyones love and didn't have any left to give. I will be an example to be proud of and I take this Challenge on as a Challlenge to have the opportunity to change my life. We are on this earth for a short time, my husband and I died for 8 years but we have both been healed and revived. I want to inspire others who want to quit to let them know nothings ever as bad as it seems, it's as bad as we believe it is! I will finish Strong, We be the change www.lifewithoutlimbs.com
At the end of my 18 week Challenge I will be stronger than I ever have before in my life, I will be happier, a better husband and father. A great role model for everyone, I will be an inspiration to anyone who is facing a challenge. I will be a positive influence on everyone I come in to contact with. I will be a Winner! -John 02/10/09
On May 9th I will look lean, strong, young, tight, and cute. I will feel joyful, energetic, happy, complete, comfortable in my own skin, thankful, and alive. I will be found, closer to God, a better mother, a better wife, a better daughter, a better friend, a better teacher, an inspiration for my students family friends and co-workers. I will be me again!
At the end of my 18 weeks, I will feel strong, confident, successful, enlightened, helpful, in control of my life instead of letting others control me. I will be a leader, and continued challenger (since I have 82 lbs to lose), a role model and most importantly unafraid. I have been living in denal for years that I was afraid of many things. That will be gone and I will be free and alive again. PTL.
I will feel good about the way I look with or without a shirt. I will feel enthused and happy to take my two girls to the pool when we go on vaction, or to our beautiful local beaches this coming summer . I will feel a releaf and a sence of accomplishment that my negative alter ego that I call Fat Boy is gone for good. I will no longer bear the scars of having grown up obese. I will have the energy and vitality of a guy half my age. I will be healthy and a peace with who I am. > WorkoutGuy
I will be healthy, strong, energetic and shapely. I will have reconnected and integrated my whole being physically, emotionally, intellectually and spiritually. I live each day with joy and passion. I carry the message. I am a winner!
Oh my! I am so excited thinking about what I will be at the end of this transformation!!! I will be AWARE. Aware of my needs and the needs of those around me. As I look past myself, my destructive behaviors and my self-loathing, it only make sense that the level of awareness for the needs of others will increase. I will be POSITIVE. People who are positive by nature seem to emminate that positivity and envelope those around them in it. Once I shed all these nasty habits and behaviors, and I let go (like in the last assignment) I make room for that positivity to re-enter into my life. I will be CONFIDENT, and realize that the goodness in me is not skin deep, but it is a package deal. I have great qualities, and with increased self confidence, I can share those things with others. I will be FREE. Free from the stigmas of my past and free from the obsession of what others think about me. The opinions of negitive people will not establish my self-worth. I will be VALIDATED in the fact that I will see that I am a good person, and one who is worth being here. One who is worth listening too. No more sitting silent with the feeling that my thoughts are less valid. I will be STRONG. Strong in my resolve and and a strong voice for those things that are of value to me and those around me. I will be an example for my family and those I care about. I want them to have all of this: awareness, positivity, confidence, Freedom, validation, strength. This is what I wish for everyone, and I hope I can help those who need me to find these things. ~Harlee
Look feel and be trusting, patient, surrendered, awake, alive, vibrant, radiant, present, healthy, energized, fully engaged, inspired and inspirational, joy filled, purpose driven, on path, happy, responsible, conscious, aware, lean, strong, flexible, attractive, confident, embodied, beacon of transformation, compassionate, loving, supportive, integrated, reflecting my god self, transformed!
This is a piece of cake; I will be the nicest, happiest, most helpful person walking the streets of life. People will know me as the one who is trying to help them be the change. The one who always wears a smile! I will be a great example of how someone 49 years old can look if they take good care of their body through nutrition, and exercise. I love living and I love everyone here at TCom. Bill Phillips wins my vote for "Man of the Century"
In eighteen weeks I will be different, I will be a powerful role model for my children, a truer education in the power of change and a beleiver in me, I will be more able to make a difference and I will seek ways to lift someone else up toward their path. I will continue cleaning out one drawer a day and running one more step and contiuing to pray. I will be me but a stronger me, I will fly!
In 18 weeks, I will be a very strong, happy, healthy,fit woman. I will inspire others to change their lives by being a role model that they can also change. I will have more energy, a better attitude and less stress. I will be able to do more things with my family. Thanks Bill. momoftwo
On May 10, 2009 I will be a balanced Woman, Spiritually, Mentaly, Physically and everyother aspect of my being. My temple that houses the inner me will be fit, and I will eat to nourish the muscles, cells and bones that are the foundation of my temple.I will feel as I was created to feel, strong, confident and grateful of everyday that I am given!
By the end of 18 weeks, I see myself physically, emotionally and spiritually fulfilled and inspired. I see a powerful transformation that other's will no only notice, but want to inquire about. I feel that the evolution of learning and developing any skill to is eventually have the power and ability to teach others. I would show them the before picture with the corresponding words and terms that I used to self describe. I will then showcase the after photo with it's corresponding terms and show that anything is possible if you not only believe, but act upon. I would surrender my need to boost and instead offer words of support and motivation because every person that transforms themselves inadvertently makes the world a better place.
In 18 weeks from now, I will be me, but anewed in the fullness of what I'm meant to be; what I'm capable of being. Compassion and Love for others will be my primary concern and it will drive my daily activities. Being healthy, continuing to challenge my physical and mental abilities and living an abundant live will be my normal daily routine. I will have eliminated all the ailments that plague me as an overweight, out-of-shape person and I will look to indentify with and help others who like me allowed themselves to get into the same traps I was. I will be able to truly help them become loosened from those traps and fight to get their lifes back.
I will be productive, lean, sexy, lower risk of CVD, able to run, lunge and do pullups, feel great with my shirt off, comfortable in clothes, no aches and pains daily, my family will be proud and inspired by me and I will be ready for my new baby daughter and be the best husband and dad that I can be.
Here are words to describe how I will look, feel and be at the end of this first set of 18 weeks, and - I am 40 pounds lighter, beautiful, youthful; I am joy-filled, energetic, bouncing, focussed, clear-minded, optimistic, dedicated to the greater good, convicted to motivate others, and extremely grateful!!! Blessings, MaryPat
In 18 weeks my light will shine!! I will look leaner, stronger and more confident than I could ever imagine. I will feel much better, have more energy and become closer to God. I will be more open to other's thoughts and idea's and be willing without hesitation to help anyone in any way that I can.
I am going to be courageous, bold, enthusiastic, sincere, grateful and happy. I am going to be sincere and selfless. I am going to care more about building others up than how I look in the mirror. I am going to be a better friend, husband and father.
I came back to this lesson to see if I had written any words on how I would feel, When I 1st got this lesson I knew I had to find a positive side of me, but where was it, it was hiding, now I finally have the answer after my 18 weeks. I am looking in the imaginary mirror and I thought I would see a better me, happier more confident. Now that the 18 weeks is over I looked back for a second and then looked in the mirror ahead. I am amazed at what I see. I see a person standing tall, brave, con fident, yet humble. I see a woman that is focused, unstoppable, a leader a true role model. I feel peaceful, loved, comfortable, aweare of my surroundings. Respected and worthy. I'm forgiving and happy and relaxed. I am stronger then I ever thought I was, not physically but mentally and spiritualy. I am renewed and ,y life has been enriched. Thanks you Bill for this wonderful chance to make my lide so complete. I know I did the work, but I couldn't have done it without the little push you gave me, the support my husband gave me and the love and unerstanding God gave me. Love and Merry Christmas Love, Linda
I will look happy, energetic and full of life. I will be a stronger person on the inside and outside. I will know how and when to say no more easily, stand up for myself, and I will practice healthier ways of coping with stress and expressing my emotions.
18 Weeks will be the beginning of a new life for me. Why the beginning? I will look younger, more handsomer if that's a word hehehe, I will look healthier, I will be stronger, i will be more energetic. I will wake up each morning more alert and ready to take on the world each day with a whole new outlook on life. I will be more connected to my family and be a more loving Husband and Father. I will have gratitude and thank god for the body he gave me and be thankful that I will be able to take care of my family. I will be a postitive influence to everyone around me and be a shining example of what transforming my Mind and Body is all about. I will not put off what I can today instead of tomorrow. I will no longer be lazy. In short I will have a new beginning and I will get to share it with everyone around me. I will be me but a newer me :)
At 18-week mark of my transformation: I will look athletic, healthy, strong, and radiant. I will feel joyful, proud, confident, and energized. I will be someone friends and family are proud of, someone that lives life everyday, a role model for those that want to transform their life, and someone that is grateful for the experience and friends gained through the transformation.
When I started to do this tranformation I thought know way could I look like that in only eighteen weeks.I've being working very hard, my whole eating pattern changed, nothing but healthy food around 10-16 cups of water daily. I'm doing the best I can with workingout ,every I start working out and think I'm doing well BANG my shoulders start hurting againg . Anybody with any advice I would sure like to know. jerryb
I see myself as health and happy. I expect to be bursting with energy. Filled with positive thoughts. Looking the way I want but more importantly feeling good and having my inner self's spoken thoughts reflect that.
I am more accepting of myself, my spirit is buzzing with goodness, i love me , i love you. bad can be good, sad can be happy. Only seek positivity. Nothing is really as bad as it seems. We live, we die, we're reborn--ever revolving door, let only good, positive energy flow through :~)
On week 18 of the transformation I will look, feel, and BE healthy, strong, fit, muscular, sexy, energetic, positive, excited, energetic, enthusiastic, passionate, couagous, peaceful, loving, caring, compassionate, joyful, thankful, prayerful, walking hand in hand through every moment of the journey of life in intimate relationship with the Almighty God. Praise be to the Father of Creation!
I have been surprised by this transformational journey. What started as an 18-week journey I have realized will just be the start of a life long journey where I am more aware. However, this assignment specifically asks about the 18 week mark. So here goes: Physically I will be in better shape, weight less, and be smaller. As I write that I know in the back of my mind I'm having negative thoughts like it's just the beginning for me physically and I have a long way to go. I'm trying to squelch that thought since it isn't entirely positive. What is positive is that I know I will reach that goal. It's not an if its when. Emotionally I will/am happier, there is more lightness than darkness, I'm have a more upbeat and sunny disposition and no longer indulge in "pity parties". I'm am/will be more loving and understanding, patient with myself and others. I'm more joyful, smile more and always willing to take time out to help someone who needs someone to help or just to listen to them. Spirtually, (which is the biggest change for me) In the beginning I was spirtually resistant but I have come to understand the important of walking with God, developing a better relationship with him, allowing him to take over control and guide my life. (Because when I do it - it doesn't turn out so good) I Allow God to guide me with his words of wisdom and love, I have become very grateful for his love and guidance that brought me here to the t-community. When I needed it most to become part of this learning process and community which as been life alterning. Thanks Bill!!!
I am blessed!! I am awaken!!! I am alive!!! I am proud!!! I am positive!!! I am stronger!!! I am motivated!!! I am self-assured!!! I am full of self-love!!! I am more spiritual!!! I am more God-depended!!! I am more God-willing!!! I see the world through new eyes!!! I see the good in all situations!!! I see the good in all people!!!! I see the results of hard, dedicated, streneous work!!!!! I see ME!!!!!!
I am stronger and muscular with better posture, I stand tall and have abundant energy, drive and positivity. I am confident, courageous and spontaneous. I take consistant and persistant action towards my goals. I am grateful for all I have, I share my joy and give to others without expectation. I feel happy about who I am and why Im here, im proud of my acheivments so far and excited about working towards and acheiving more.
The first question to be answered is, "How will I look after the 18 week mark of my Transformation?" By the end of my transformation I will look like I never have looked before. I have been a past participant of the 1999 BFL Challenge and the look I have already developed at 11 weeks of this challenge is so different from how I looked in 1999 and how I pictured myself looking when I started this program. I am 52 years old yet I am developing a body that is lean, toned, vascular, muscular but not that huge bull look. I feel like a decatholete and not someone who lives at the gym. The gym is a place where I go for no more than one hour a day typically first thing in the morning and do two weight workouts, UBW and LBW on alternating days. Gone are the split upper body push/pull routines I use to do and it showed in the way I looked. It is not the look I have now nor one that I want. The second question to be answered is "How will I feel?" I will feel full of energy, strength. I will be strong. I will feel that I could do almost anything I have put my mind to. This program not only applies to you body, mind and spirit, but also applies to your relationships, your business and your personal life. I feel that by making this now a part of my being, my essence that I really don't have to think about this aspect of my life anymore. I really don't have to plan my workouts or my meals anymore. I never ever woke up at 5:30 to start my workout. I have tried it a couple of times and hated it and now this mindset has changed. The first couple weeks into the program I needed an alarm clock to wake up and now I wake up naturally at this time eager to start my workout and get my day started. The alarm clock is now built into who I am and nothing is changing this. This is a 180 degree shift in mindset which will last for a very long time, and I feel on top of the world because of it. This makes my days more productive. The last question is "How will I be?" I will be and am a totally new defined person. When people look at me they see someone different than they saw 3-4 months ago. They see a person who stands confident, happy, full of life, a person who is respectful, playful, kind and compassionate, a person that is fit, athletic and ready for life's journies. I am a person with a smile on my face always. I want to be that person, I visualize it, I act like it and I try to make it contageous. I want to be someone who wakes up looking forward to the day ahead and a person who makes the most out of his day. My day includes a time of reflection giving thanks for all that I have, all that I have been given and blessed with. I am blessed in so many ways and I need to give back to those who aren't in the same position as myself. It is through God who strengthens me that I am able to do His will and I will be more mindful of directions He may be taking me. He has led me in different paths in my life, each so different from each other and I know there will be other paths or challenges He will lay before me, and I will be ready. Again, thank you Bill Phillips for this site. It has changed my life by taking a 12 week BFL program, which kinda ended really quick for me once I reached my goal in 99 and now you have changed it whereby this is a lifestyle choice, that is easily sustainable. The people here are true inspirations and you all really help mold me into the best person I could be. Thank you to all that participate here and again, thank you Bill Phillips.
I will look stronger. My shoulders will be defined, my arms toned. My chest will be smaller, as will my waist and hips. I will have smooth lines, a sexy silhouette. My thighs will be trim and strong, my calves defined. I will feel confident, feel successful for accomplishing this change. I will feel in control of my body, health, and my life. I will be making better decisions when it comes to my health, my home, my family, my finances. I will not be afraid of changes, or taking chances. I will look for opportunities to be supportive and positive to those around me. I will have a postivie outlook on life, and be so thankful that I'm still here to make decisions that can improve my life...my family's lives.
towards the end of November, at the end of my T-challenge 18 weeks, I will look and feel and think differently than I did the first 44 years of my life. I will begin year 45 with a renewed sense of confidence and commitment. I am daily renewing my mind to see things in more positive ways. I look for others around me that need a dose of positive-ness in their day. I look like a new woman! I have fought thru and won the battle of the middleaged pudge.I have removed unhealthy bodyfat and filled my body with strong and firm muscles. I look great in my clothes that i am buying to replace the semi-frumpy clothes i bought to cover up the flab. I am enjoying my life in all aspects now. I have replaced bad habits of eating/drinking with healthy habits and portions sizes and more water...lots and lots of water. I am learning to take better care of my skin and hair. My husband has joined me in this change too and we are enjoying the sparks and attention that healthy living and teamwork bring. A lovely thing, we have been married almost 23 years....its nice to say that we are still in love and best friends and planning a healthy long life together. I can even see some of my new positive thinking and peace are invading his thinking too. He is analytical and pessimistic by his nature but i see more and more of a change to the idea of being able to control only what you can control and the rest...you have to let go of the ownership of it and let God do it...Being the Change doesnt really mean saving the whole world from bad things by yourself. Being the Change means shining my little light brightly to help others shine theirs. At the end of this 18 week journey I feel whole. I feel like there have always been pieces missing in my life...this change of thinking has helped me to see alot of things that filled in those pieces for me. I have more peace in my life as i have learned that anxiety and fear are really liars and they have never worked well for me..i had to tell them to leave my life. I have welcomed more grace for people and their situations...and because of that little change, i am seeing some of those people start changing their lives for the better too. (was my fear and anxiety holding THEM back too?) I take action now. I have broken a habit of hesitating and procrastinating and now evaluate and make a decision and take action quickly. Sometimes its quite surprising to me to find myself already deep into the action before my brain realizes it can stop the old pattern of trying to put it off til later...too late, i am already in the car on the way...or outside beginning my jogging with ipod blaring away. I am excited about living and motivating others to join me on this lovely exciting journey. thank you so much Bill and T.com team and friends....you have helped make me into the person that continues to change and be the change...a journey of a lifetime of fullness and abundance of joy.
At 18 weeks I awaken with the presence and beauty of the Lord on my mind. I'm amazed that the woman who used to moan, "UGH, I don't want to get up yet..." is now springing out of bed anticipating the incredible day that God has ahead of me. My mind is clear, those anxious worrysome thoughts have left long ago and I fully trust that my needs will be met by my Lord. The biggest transformation is that what used to be words on the pages of my bible, (positive attitude, trust,thankfulness, gratefullness, forgiveness, unconditional love, acceptance, and grace) are now radiating through my entire being. They have truly become part of my every thought ant action. I have left the victim mentality of an abusive childhood, and failed marriage behind. They have transformed into a beautiful testimony of God's grace and mercy that now helps those around me. I believe in myself and my abilities. I don't fear failure. I don't constantly worry what others think of me. I'm not stuck in the prison of always living to please others. I live to the fulness of what God has called me to do. I embrace the open doors that God has put in front of me and know that as long as I do my best, that the outcome is up to God. I dont' have to have control of everything but can just accept the outcomes that the Lord chooses. My relationship with Scott is stronger than I ever expected. The workouts have become such a strong bonding point that neither of us want to give them up. My children look up to me as a role model. Not only physically, but more important spiritually. They know that I am genuine, and that pretense has been put far away from me. They know honesty and integrity are key in my life, and that I will do what I say I will do and they can trust me completely. My relationship with my kids is amazing. They adore me and I adore them. My body is tight, toned, and even shows some good definition. I can't believe how amazing I look for being 36. Most people assume I'm only in my twenties. I am strong, in my attitude, in my emotions, in my spirit and in my body. There is nothing I cannot or will not conquer if I feel its what I'm supposed to do. My friends notice the difference in my attitude. I spend my time encouraging them and being positive. They know that when we get together I will focus on what will be an encouragement to them, not just vent negativity from whats not going right in my life. My healthy relationships have been strengthened, and my unhealthy ones have been severed. I live for truth. I am the change.
I will look: STRONG, ENERGETIC, HEALTHY, CONFIDENT & CAPABLE.*** I will feel: Proud, STRONG, POSITIVE, ENERGIZED & COMPASSIONATE. *** I will Be: Proud, CLEAR-MINDED, ACCEPTING, FOCUSED, GIVING, ENERGETIC, CONFIDENT and SPIRITUALLY RENEWED & PERMANENTLY TRANSFORMED IN BODY & MIND.
Fast forward to the end of 18 weeks (including the progress made from 7/21 until now) and I am excited about my future knowing I have reached beyond my comfort zone. I have successfully faced and overcome health challenges and created new wonderful habits which transform my entire being and emulating a vibrant and compassionate heart to reach out and help others with their journeys. Jeannine
#12, The Awesome Power Of Words QUOTES FROM #12 - "Words carry a frequency, an energy. Positive ones have an immediate impact which uplifts others and ourselves... What we hold in mind, what we think about, and what we talk about, we bring more of into our lives... God's creative power is demonstrated through the spoken word... we too can bring things into being through our words." ASSIGNMENT - Please write, precisely how you will look, feel, and be at the 18-week mark of your transformation. I was in the car on a 6 hour trip (each way) this past weekend from Pullman to Seattle. I had lots of time to think, write, and discuss transformational words with my husband Henry. I thought of this exercise as supremely important and powerful. I played. I imagined. I created in my mind, the vision of who I will be as a person when transformed into the best version of myself. This included - but in no way was limited to health and physical appearance. These were the foundation of my transformation. The support. Not the entire structure. They were a part, but not the whole. HERE'S THE BEST OF WHAT I CAME UP WITH I am a living example of the best self God intended when he created me. I am a vibrant, happy, healthy, joyful, inspiring human being. I am the fulfilment of God's divine plan for my individual life on earth. I control my efforts and intentions, I enjoy their amazing results. I have completely transformed my physical body and life into a shiny example of God's goodness on earth. I am improved, fit, vital and bursting forth with good thoughts and goodness of all kinds. I am shiny from the inside to the outside. I am a role model of positive possibility, becoming, living and contributing more. I was living unseen, now I am unforgettable, with abundant compassion, generosity and kindness towards others. I had become tired, frumpy, old and exhausted - now I am energetic, lovely, new and unlimited in the fulfilment of my higher self's desires. I was tired - now I am awake. I was muddled - now I am clear. I was lying with my life - now I am telling the truth, because I am finally, easily, happily, joyfully me. WHAT WORDS MADE THE DIFFERENCE TO ME 1) "no, no, no - you're not the one for me." From the song Black Horse and The Cherry Tree. To me, this song was pivotal. I suddenly saw my choices clearly. Saying no to the desires of the lower self (read, selfish desires here) and yes to the desires of the higher self (read unselfish desires that lead to contribution) led me to grow beyond the stifled dissapointment of my unfulfilling past and step into the future I had not only chosen, but actively co-created in this transformational journey. The flip side of no is yes. I said yes to my bright future with my new choices. 2) Yes. New. Choice. Higher self's desires. All very powerful words to me on this journey. 3) Surrender. Give up. The concept of giving full effort upwards rather than giving up meaning just quitting. 4) Thank you. Gratitude. Gratefulness. Generosity. Fulfillment. Giving these IS the fulfillment of desire itself. 5) Gorgeous Food. I had an AHA! moment when I realized my greatest weakness is the foundation for my greatest strength. Thanks Bill. I love gorgeous, healthy food. I like to think when I eat gorgeous food, I am creating a gorgeous, irresistible me!!!!! 6) Effort. Grace. Inherent in full effort, is the gift or grace we seek. It is the effort that shapes our character in the direction of transformation. The effort we put forth is the gift we give to our lives and our futures. Sending goodness, light and love your way, Debby
Hey Bill, it is virtually week 18!!! Wooo! Hooo! I feel great! Fat, what fat? I’m just happy to be alive. I’m looking healthier, I feeling healthier and I am way more confident than I was 18 weeks ago. My life has basically gone from a dying weed to a confident tree full of life and hope. Everywhere I go I feel like spreading good cheer and encouraging others to live healthier lives. Life is worth the living and I no longer cut myself short. I can actually turn sideways while looking in the mirror and not be disgusted by a pot belly. I’m looking leaner and feel stronger. On top of all that my new lifestyle is no longer something I have to force myself to do. It is what I do. I always look forward to my continuing life and transformation. God Bless!!!
Look, Feel, Be It is finally here…November 26, 2008. Today is a day of celebration, 10 years in the making. I could hardly sleep last night anticipating the joy the morning would bring! Jumping out of bed only sore from my workout yesterday but no longer having aches and pains of being overweight, I run to the mirror and begin throwing off my clothes to reveal my new figure. I have transformed from the inside out. I feel powerful in my new body. I am in awe of the transformation losing 30 pounds can have on one’s body. I no longer look pregnant. My tummy is flatter and smoother. I can’t believe my thighs. They are so much thinner and firmer. My rear has been raised back to its original position. I no longer have folds in places I am not supposed to. My back is smooth and you can see the muscles. I only have one chin! My face looks so youthful and healthy. My skin is vibrant! I can’t wait to slip into my smaller size workout clothes and go to the gym. Only half way to my goal weight today marks the accomplishment of one goal and the beginning of another. I feel like a new person. My mind is clear and focused. I feel balanced in all areas of my life. I feel closer to God, my husband and my children. Weight is no longer an excuse in my life and I am reaching goals in business as well. I feel like I have taken control of my life by giving up the past and the pain that came with it. I have surrendered to God and oddly enough feel more in control than I ever have. My heart and mind are no longer filled with the “fight” of guilt, shame, should haves, wish I dids but now are clear and available for the Holy Spirit to guide. Tears of joy fill my eyes! I am so thankful for Bill and those at Transformation.com for the support and guidance. Everyday has been an opportunity to share how I have made the change and I am inspiring others to be the change! I am truly living on purpose!
How will I look and feel at the 18 week mark? I will FEEL: Happy, confident, victorious and like nothing in the world can stop me from achieving what I want out of life. I will feel proud of what I have accomplished. I will feel a realization that I CAN achieve my dreams. I will feel that great euphoria you get when you just DID it, whatever IT is. I will feel like the wife and mother I should be and be proud of the example I have shown and set for my husband and kids and all of those around me. I will LOOK: Beautiful, tone, slender, ATHLETIC, and happy. That proud smile will show on my face and in my actions. That sparkle will be in my eyes and that positive energy will glow on my skin. Just looking at me, people will SEE what I feel. Amy
I will feel confident, loved, excited, free, energized,loving, sharing,spiritual, connected with Jesus, Motivated, I will be embarking on a new life.
I am FREE from the Limitations I had placed on myself; EMPOWERING; LIGHT-HEARTED; Full of ENERGY; EXCITED; Unstoppable; Creative; Fulfilled; Fun-LOVING; Very Fit; Feel AWESOME; Feel "Sexy"/"Look 'Hot'"; Outgoing; Caring; TRUSTING; Happily Sharing myself & my Experience with Others; GRATEFUL; APPRECIATIVE; I have that SPARKLE in my Eyes like I'm viewing things for the very first time; I'm ENJOYING Each & Every Moment; I am Fully Present in my own Life; I am CAREFREE & ADVENTUROUS & PROUD OF WHO I'M BEING IN LIFE!!! : )
I will be kinder and gentler. I will be a model for others in their transformationns. I will be happier and healthier. I will have more energy. Compassion. I will have strength...in many aspects. I will smile more.
I'm going to lose the fluff and really find some honest humility. I will walk with a lighter heart and be quicker with a smile. I will breakthrough the barrier that separates me from having achieved pretty good progress to a real and complete transformation. I can't silence the small voice of doubt inside me, but I can listen to the larger voice of truth that I know is inside me as well. I'll accept the messiness of not having total clarity and just try and have fun with the challenge of such a big achievement. I'm going to continue to focus more on how I feel after I eat and less on what it is I want to eat. This focus has had a major impact in helping my eating habits and I will share this with other so that maybe it can help others. I will write more and edit less. I will thank people more and be more thankful for the marvelous hand I've been dealt. Thank you!
peace, grace, harmony, power. granite physique. athlete, inspiration, partner, mentor, student
I awaken with a smile on my face, full of enthusiasm for the day. I am grateful for a wonderful nights sleep and the opportunity to live another day. I can hardly wait to go downstairs and select clothes for the day, knowing that they will fit beautifully. I glance in the mirror, pleased with what I see. I spend some quiet time reviewing once more my goals. I take the plan I have made for the day and begin working through my list. I look for opportunities to be of service in everything I do. Confident that I am on the right path. I feel calm, relaxed, peaceful, self-assured. I am grateful that this is a lifelong process and won’t stop at the end of these 18 weeks. I look forward to planning the work and working the plan for as long as I am on this earth.
I will look, feel, and BE... the person I dreamed of becoming as a child - confident, radient, incredibly open to reaching out to others, and beauty which stems from the inside. I will be strong, and lean, the absolute BEST will be brought to the surface through the challenges that are worth more than their effort in gold.
What Bill has written is so true! For me I was really made a new and love life and myself so very much more now then I ever have in my life It is like a miracle to feel and think the way I do now. I am so very grateful for my life and my thought process. In the past I felt I had no control of what I thought. The negative words would ramble on and on. Hey Bill I want to tell you publically that I am so grateful for the Transformation tools and the love and respect you haven given me. This love and respect helped me to love and respect myself, my wife, son and daughter and all my family members plus all here on T.com and in those in my life even more. I found if you respect yourself and watch what you think about yourself you do the same towards others! Folks work these exercises and you too will also be forever changed and grateful Marty
In 18 weeks, I will see myself strong, beautiful, happy, more youthful and confident. I will be more aware of who I am and will live to live; not live to exist. I will feel empowered to use the gift that was given to me to bring good cheer and laughter to those who have forgotten. Thanks Bill
I look happy, strong, fit, young, confident. I feel fabulous, powerful, rested, energized, courageous, excited, loving. I am who I was created to be. I am restored and ready for the next chapter of my life. My feet are on the path and they will not stray. I look straight ahead to the future and manifest the Glory of God, fully alive in Him!
I have a grateful heart, a positive spirit, and wisdom. I have let go completely of anger and fear. I have forgiven myself for falling short of the Glory of God. I am walking in the light and love of God and I am ready, willing , and able to do all that He has called me to do. I can hear Him clearly and I rejoice because I know that He is the great I am. He is the Way, Truth, and Life! His yoke is easy ad his burden is light. He works through me and I can rest! It is only the beginning of the rest...
I will look chisled, statuesgue. I will feel confident, powerful, younger, and energetc. I will be in control, an example to others and, in some cases, an exception to the rule. A clean, humble, useful vessel, available for God's direction, calling, bidding. Amen, may it be so. For His Glory and our good.
Fast forward 18 weeks: The alarm rings 3 times and I shut it off instinctively getting up. I am full of peace ready to start my day. I put on my colorful Nike exercise clothing I purchased a couple days ago. Shopping is no longer a chore, I love the way I look in my clothes. I no longer hide behind drab colors or baggy fabrics. On go my shoes and I’m off to brush my teeth. As I stand in front of the mirror there is a glimmer in my eyes. I never really noticed it before because I hated to look at myself in the mirror. But the woman who stares back at me is completely different today than she was a few months back. I run a brush through my hair, noticing how it feels as it passes through the strands. I never stopped to notice how things feel, taste or look. I was so busy hiding myself, my true self. I start down the hallway grab my fleece running jacket and I’m out the door. The crisp air feels good against my skin. I feel so alive. There are no keys in my hands; I no longer take the car to the gym. I start my 2.5 mile run to the club. It’s 4:30 am and there aren’t many lights on in the houses. I enjoy the quiet of the fall. This is now my favorite time of the day. My feet are light on the pavement, no longer am I leaning over forcing every stride. I feel like I could run a thousand miles. I meditate on the successes I have had over the week. I plan my attack of the equipment at the gym, with great anticipation. There is no dread. I have forgotten the feeling of failure that use to hang above me like a heavy weight I could not push away. I feel like there isn’t a thing I could not do. I can accomplish anything. I enter the gym and the familiar faces smile and greet me. I now know them all by name. You could not take this moment away from me if you tried to pry it from me. This is my time, I love the gym. It is actually a home away from home. Like a medicine that heals the sick, the gym and my thoughts are what carry me through the day. I always visualize myself and the fun things that are coming up. I see myself in the events enjoying time with friends, family and co-workers. There are so many different people I meet. Some who I passed everyday and we never noticed each other or maybe I should say acknowledge one another. I now have people who approach me and ask me how I got here. I find it so easy to talk with them. Explaining how choosing to Be The Change, helped me through. How this transformation journey I just spent the last 18 weeks on was the best decision I have ever made. Why? Because I am who I always dreamed I could be. I actually love myself now. I am finally who God intended me to be. I am at peace and comfortable with whom I am. I work better, play harder and dream big. The thing about the dreaming part though … I now have the strength, courage and stamina to make those dreams come true.
When I complete my transformation I will be able to see my ab muscles for the first time in my life, I will not only be thin but I will be strong and able to take on things that are challenging physically. I will feel proud of myself, strong on the inside and out and ready to help others along as well. I will feel confident and positive on the inside.
My daughter and I were just discussing this very thing. We thought about this whole forum and how postive it is and how it directly relates to God. You have to have an understanding of him in order to be positive in order to see a purpose in life in order to become the best you because we are created in the image of God. He is our Eternal Father and he wants us to be HAPPY! kennie
I will look healthy. I look resolved to never give up. I will look grateful, because every day is a gift, and a miracle. I will feel like anything is possible. I will feel happy. I will be hopeful, and ready for anything.
Thank you for this blog, Bill! I firmly believe in positive affirmations and visualizations! I believe in the power of prayer and positive thoughts! This is where I see myself at the end of the 18 weeks: I AM transformed physically, mentally and spiritually! I LOOK radiant and glowing; reflecting God's grace and love to others, I AM firmer, leaner, and stronger. I FEEL confident, energetic, and more alive; appreciating each day as a blessing and living in the moment. I will BE a better me, learning to live according to God's plan for my life. I will be changed from the inside out; free like a butterfly and able to soar;I will be an agent of change to others radiating a higher energy; reflecting God's love to others and happy to be me! I will BE transformed!
How will I look? I will look like a renewed man How will I feel? I will feel as if I've lived my dream How will I be? I will have become the man I should have a long time ago. I will be the man my little grandaughters can look up to. I will set an example for them to remember long into the years to come
Halloween will see me come OUT of my sad, tattered costume and emerge exultant.
At the end of these 126 days: Humbled and slow to speak.
In 18 weeks, I will look: **Beautiful**Changed **Refreshed ** Radiant **Thinner **Happy **Toned** **Joyful**Attractive**Inspirational** Grateful**Strong**Motivated**Confident** **Successful** Like An Improved Version of Me** -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In 18 weeks, I will feel: **Grateful**Alive**Rested**Energetic** Beautiful**Motivated**Strong**Healthy** **Important**Victorious**Happy**Peaceful **Loved**Appreciated**Talented** **Thinner**Toned**Centered**Reflective **Authentic**Joyful**Healed**Fabulous** **Attractive**Surrendered**Courageous **Powerful**Humbled**Positive**Proud** **Creative**Real**Fulfilled**Worthiness **Special**Fun**Forgiven**Confident** **An Increased Self Esteem** Spiritually Connected**Whole** Like An Improved Version of Me** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In 18 weeks, I will be: **Thankful**Thinner**Beautiful**Toned** Spiritually Connected**Mindful** **Goal-Oriented**Tanned**Surrendered** Accepting**Smiling**Healthy**Kind** **Happy**Humbled**Motivated**A Leader** Victorious**Positive**Successful** **An Overcomer**Joyful**Proud**Attractive** Inspired to Continue My Journey** **An Attentive & Awesome Mother **An Active & Involved Wife & Partner** **Fabulous**Reflective**Respected** Real**Loved**Special**Whole**Fun** **Adventurous**Confident**Forgiven** Called For A Purpose**Energetic** **An Improved Version of Myself**
At the end of my 18 week transformation I will be 25lbs lighter and gain muscle mass. My body will be toned, defined and stronger than ever. I will be more confident about myself. I will be able to look in the mirror and be amazed at my growth and the way I look...I will SUCEED...Thanks, Bill... Vicky
At the end of 18 weeks I will want everything that I have. I will feel grateful for my Transformation, but also a gratitude for everything and everyone in my life. I will wake up with an attitude of "I get to" not "I have to." I will look and feel the best I have ever looked or felt in my entire life. I will have become a leader and inspiration to those around me, and I will carry myself in a way that a Transformer should. I will be happy not because of external circumstances, but because I choose to be.
I have been fighting the harmful power of words for as long as I can remember! When my transformation is complete, I will no longer be wounded by those past experiences! I will be spiritually and physically fulfilled and finally believe in my heart that in God's eyes I am a special and unique individual and that I am worthy of His love. Bodyimageusa
At the end of the 18 weeks I will be physically fit and healthy in mind body and soul. I will be living on top of the world. I will be free to be who God has created me to be. Honest with my self and others. When people look at me they will be looking in the face of Jesus. I will speak, act and think only that is pleasing to GOD. My husband and I started a game working on getting rid of those habits that did not work to habits that create life, well being and happiness. We evaluate our day and talk about how to distinquish and create a clearing to allow a fulfilling life. We made it fun and are really enjoying the transformation as we do it. It is bringing us closer together. We communicate more, we support each other and help guide each other in positve directions instead of being co-dependents on each other for what does not work. It only took us 20 years of marriage to learn that does not work.(smiling). I have a phenominal husband who loves me so much and I want this transformation not only for myself but for our relationship so our next 20 years and beyond are even better. I would rather be homeless on the streets with him then in a Mansion with everything handed to me anyday.
In 18 weaks I will be strong, I will be muscular and lean, I will have a 29 in. waist again, I will have the striations, the vascularity, I will look and feel younger and energetic. People are already noticing a difference in my physical appearance...they want to know what I'am doing, what's going on? But more important is in 18 weaks the new tranformed spirital person that's in this strong TEMPLE of STRENGTH!!! And this new transformed person will know he has been blessed, and I will be greatful for this oppertunity, and I will continue with to transform, to teach and lead other by example, and I will be very, very thankful for people like all of you...and especially Mr. Bill Phillips for his dedication and vision!
As we wrap up this 18 weeks and I've been through the challenge of my life, I will look strong and fit and radiate the love and light of Christ! I will exemplify what transformation is and will continue to be. I will feel at peace, open and ready for the direction God has been preparing me to go. It has been a time of healing, reflection, growth and inspiration. I will never tire of learning, practicing and being all that God calls me TO BE. I am a victor and through the trials, with His endless grace, forgiveness, mercy and love, I will conquer all that comes to challenge me and lead others to do the same. We are one body, one Spirit, and can do all things through Christ who loves us, we just need to join Him in LOVE!
Awesome lesson, Bill. On June 30th, I wrote my blog for the day and called it: "Creating with Words." I wrote then: "Words have power. Not the words themselves, but the energy they create in us.,,,I don't "hope to survive" this Challenge. I "intend to thrive" with this Challenge. "I will" replaces "I want,"....Consciously or unconsciously, we live by our words. I think I'll choose mine with care." Interestingly, I received no comments on that post, yet I felt then that it was an important one - at least for me. Since then, I have been using new words to describe my day, my workouts, my feelings and my "transformation." At the 18-week mark, I will look healthy, energized, and confident to match how I am feeling inside most days now. (Remember, I am still transforming!) I will be proud that I have stayed the course of this transformation, yet humbled by the love and support I have received along the way. Even though I will not have achieved my physical goals, this is not a failure - it is only the beginning of the realization of all my goals. I now have a "life" vision that has imbued me with confidence and created goals much grander than I have ever dreamt. With goals comes confidence and a willingness to reach out in service to others to help in whatever way I am able. I will stand tall (at 5'1") with a smile to share and the story of an 18-week journey in self-discovery. 'I am" have become my powerful compass words of creation and manifestation and I speak them with reverance and care. In 18 weeks I will say with humility and joy: "I am transformed."
I will have the regal elegance of a majestic Royal Bull Elk in his prime, fully muscled and at the peak of fitness just before the rut, (boy is he gonna need it), but without the arrogance and pomposity of Man. I will have the strength and power of Bear, make that two bears; (that would make a good nick name): Two Bears, but tempered with the caring, gentle kindness, and happy heart of Winnie the Pooh. No, I won’t be building an ant farm but I will be as energetic and industrious as Ant. He works and toils until his day is done, not for himself but for the good of the colony. But without the greed and treachery that too often accompanies industry in today’s world. I will have the sleek, agile, quiet swiftness of Puma without the cunning and deadly finality of that magnificent hunting machine. I will be blessed with the playful and self deprecating nature of Otter. I’d like to be that cute too, but that ain’t gonna happen. I will be empowered with the resilience and tenacity of Coyote without the unwarranted hatred and fear that follows him wherever he travels. I will enjoy the freedom and majesty of Eagle who travels with ease wherever his wings and the wind take him, remembering he is the symbol of power and might and goodness; knowing others look to him for what is right and fair and honorable. I will constantly be striving to learn the wisdom of Owl. “There was an owl that lived in an oak; the more he heard the less he spoke. The more he spoke the less he heard. Why can’t we be like that wise old bird?” Author unknown. I will be the kind of person, who, when they come upon an old man crumpled on a park bench, beaten and worn down by life, sees a man who recounts his life not by years spent, but by adventures had. I will be of a generous and sharing spirit who will sit down next to him, offer him my hand, tell him my name and be rewarded with his time and tales of happier days; memories of the first girl he kissed, the first time he hit a curve ball out of the park; and the time he and his best friend dodged enemy bullets and bombs when Pearl Harbor was attacked, only to loose that friend in the sands of Iwo Jima as he breathed his last breath in his arms. I will have reacquired the inquisitiveness and wonder of a baby just learning to crawl; experiencing the joys of life, many for the first time. “Oh look! A pretty colored thread. I wonder what it feels like. Better put it in my mouth, I might be able to eat it.” “Wow, look over there, a kitty; looks kind of scary.” I will be in complete and continuous awe of the wonders of Mother Nature from the antics of Hummingbird to the stunning colors of sunset after a storm. I will be a husband, a father, a brother, and a friend; a much better one if you please.
What I can share from Bill's exercise is in the beginning of my spiritual transformation and before acquiring any spiritual self esteem my sentences in either speaking or writing were that of a" lack of" self confidence and poise almost like I really didn't even mean or believed 100% of what I was saying. All the years of living in my lower nature I could manipulate very well but as I transformed into the light I had just enough integrity that manipulation was not an option. So I had to almost learn all over again on how to use words. For me, as I do my daily spiritual studies I continue to increase my vocabulary which in turn increases my thought process. As I acquire spiritual self esteem like poise and self confidence my words through speaking and writing are 100% better. But it only came through making the inner changes first and then the increased vocabulary just enhances your speaking and writing. Spiritual power is so much stronger than you realize and as you transform- how you show up will come natural and from humility and not a script, and believe me when it happens it will scare you at first like did I really just say that or how did I think of that? The journey is a blast so don't miss out on it. Coach loves all of you and is here for you and to guide you as best as I can. God is in charge and anything is possible
I look at everyone I encounter with such appreciation of the individuality each of us possess and welcome what others have to offer. I embrace these differences among others and continue to be in complete awe of all that He created. Any judgmental thoughts are instantly turned into prayers. I am compassionate toward others and what they may be going through (that I may not even be aware of). I am the kind of person who is a genuine friend, a supportive and loving sister, and a wonderful daughter, etc. I treat everyone I encounter with respect and kindness. I am the hardest person to offend, and I am quick for forgive others. I am a patient, kind, loving mom who has an unending desire to instill great morals and ethics into my children. I am an excellent role model for my children. My priorities are clear and in balance; I serve God first, my family is next and my physical well-being is also a priority. I enjoy every second with my children. There is not a day that goes by that I’m not on my knees expressing gratitude to God for entrusting me with these two individuals who will grow up to serve God in a magnificent way. I have a renewed appreciation for my husband and my best friend. I focus on his strengths, and I’m so grateful for everything that he is and does for me and my children. We are reviving our marriage and working toward common goals that are important to both to us. I enjoy his friendship and we look at life as a joint venture and with much enthusiasm. I take time everyday to look at and appreciate nature and soak in the beauty that surrounds me. Physically, I am strong, fit, energetic and healthy at 132 lbs. I feel beautiful, but I say this with great humility knowing that I was created by God. I am confident and have great posture. The battle with my weight is over. I have a new lifestyle that will keep me fit and strong and the plan that I am implementing will help me maintain my physical well-being. I dispose of any stress through exercise and I will remain healthy. Today, I commemorate the spiritual progress that I’ve made thus far, with the realization that I’ll make even greater progress in the near future. I am well on the way to becoming the person God created me to be, and with this comes a great sense of peace and joy that is virtually indescribable. I have a renewed sense of confidence, knowing who I am in Christ. The inner tranquility that I possess is contagious and those around me yearn to have what I have (which is a great relationship with God). I no longer fear or dread challenges; I look at obstacles and challenges with great delight and excitement. I hear clearly from God, and I am so excited about everything I’m asked to give up temporarily because it is all part of His master plan for my life. I trust in God totally. I am about to embark on another assignment from God, which is an opportunity to help others. I am well on my way to fulfilling this insatiable appetite to BE THE CHANGE, to motivate others, to bless others abundantly, to play a role in assisting others to live their full potential. I enjoy every second of my life, even the mundane tasks. I celebrate how far I’ve come and how far I will go in life…and I’m so thrilled at the opportunities to help others! I can’t stop smiling.
I will look: lean, toned, sexy for my hubby, happy and new! I will feel: increadible, happy, grateful, inspired and again..new!
Bill at the end of 18 weeks I will look like a different man.standing tall with new clothes and my hair cut clean and tight. my face will be highlighted by the sparkle in my eyes and the smile on my face. my face will be Shaved clean and long with features showing prominently. As I get ready to embrace the day I will flex my biceps and look at myself sideways in the mirror after a hot cleansing shower knowing that this day I have finished the biggest commitment that I have ever undertaken in my whole life. I will be energized by my own power to succeed at anything I put my heart into and will dress for success knowing that I have a day full of opportunities ahead of me to make changes that will effect the lives of every one I have contact with that day.I will prepare a healthy breakfast to fuel my body for the days tasks and will confidently kiss my bride as we part ways and give her a nice big squeeze to flex my muscles for her a bit. I will walk into work with a bounce to my step and confidence that I can tackle any hurdles put before me and fuel my energy with high quality protein and complex carbs to be sure I am at the peak of my performance all day long. I will go home at lunch and prepare a healthy meal for my bride and myself and re-energize for the 1/2 half of the day with healthy food and good conversation of how we'll spend our evening. I will talk to many people during the day and share my energy with them and help to be the change that turns our work environment into an energetic center of people with a can do attitude for success and share my story with all who inquire to be the change for them. I will feel the energy all day from my healthy choices, I will feel the energy bouncing back from the work culture I have helped to change and I will feel the positive energy that abounds from my family when I get home to be with them after the days work is done. I will be "That guy" that you want your spouse to be ,Strong, Caring, energetic, sexy, positive and I will be "That Guy" that you want your Dad to be attentive, positive, reassuring, mentoring full of positive influence for your future, I will be "That Guy" you want to be on your team at work, agreeable, diligent, thorough and accessible and I will be "That Guy" you want to talk with at church Spiritual, Thankful, Joyous and sympathetic. I am already very much "That Guy" and at the end of that last day on week #18 I will be on my knees at my bedside giving thanks to the Father with all the reverence that id due from the creature to it's creator because when all is said and done I will precisely look, feel and be what the good Lord intends for me to be to do his work in this world. Thanks for the beautiful images that just went through my head while I typed this Bill. I can't wait until that day! Peace & Light, Dave
...at the 18 week mark, I believe it will only be the beginning. I will have a solid foundation on which the rest of my "new life" will be built on; always improving and learning, and sharing everything that I have learned to those with whom I love. I've been consciously watching and listening to each and every word I say, daily. The words "I can't" or "I'll wait", or "Maybe" are being replaced by "I will", "I can". For to long I have let life led me and not say anything; now I lead my life and speak up; directing myself down the path I want to travel. I have also learned not to let the negitive words of people around me influence the way I want to think. I feel sorry for them that they have yet to discover this transformation; hence one of my goals, to travel this road to "transformation" and pass along the quality of life and discover that they are not alone. When they see a person, like myself, who is truely confident in themselves, who has accomplished, not only their physical goals, but mental goals as well, and see a genuinely, happy person where a great quality of life gravitates to, they will want to know how, they too, can accomplish the same.
At the end of 18 weeks, I want people to say man! he's in great shape, you can tell he works out! I want to go to the beach and be proud and confident to take my shirt off. I want to stop at the local park and play a pick-me up game of basketball against the high school players and have the endurance to stay with them. I want friends and family to ask how I did it and how can I do it. I want to feal like a Marine! Great shape, confident and disciplined. I also will be the best I can be! I will not live the next 6 years like I have lived the last 6 yrs! I will reflect daily on my decisions and make adjustments daily if needed! STRONG BODY=STRONG MIND!
In 18 weeks I will be fully prepared to take care of my lfe (body, soul, spirit, relationships, etc.) for the rest of my life. I will have all of the tools to be able to meet every challenge with grace and integrity. I will be strong inside and out. I will be able to continue my journey at realizing my physical transformation goals. I have a long way to go, but in 18 weeks I will have the strength to do it fully. I love this transformation even if it takes me a year. I am up for the challenge.
I am becoming the person I always wanted to be, but I only had some of the puzzle pieces. Now I believe that I have the almost all the pieces to become STACEY. I am becoming a confident but humble woman who is mentally strong and physically toned who looks good for her age. I am healthier without all the medicine. I know who I am, and that inturn creates a great wife and mother who is tolerant, giving, and whole-heartedly happy! In becoming the STACEY I know I am. My positive perspective my life, family and health will inspire others to create a transformation of their own.
At the 18 week mark...this is not an ending for me. It is still a beginning and a continuation of my life that is now balanced, centered, more energetic, healthier, joyful, more spirtual and calmer. I am a shining example to others by helping, loving, sharing, caring, inspiring, motivating and being true to myself. I am grateful. I am blessed. I am in awe and thankful to you Bill and all of the many other incredible people that have joined me on this transformation journey.
At the end of my 18 week, I see a man that is stronger, more humble, more confident in all that he does, I see a man that loves his wife and is spiritually connected to her soul. I no longer look at adversity and trials as a defeated person but as a conqueror. Most of all I am more joyful in my spirit, soul and mind. ~~Thanks Mr. Phillips for this opportunity........ God bless, Jerome
At the end of 18 weeks, I am positive, enthusiastic, energized, FOCUSED, patient, strong, and in very good shape. I am focused on accomplishing my daily goals and tasks. I am using each day to it's fullest instead of each day using me and having it's way with me. I am happily and energetically going through my daily plan with focus and determination. I am closer to God. My busy life DOES have time for Him...how could it not? I have built upon the great relationship with my children...and it's just getting better every day. I am understanding my wife's feelings and our relationship has never been better. I am man, she is woman, because of this, we think differently. Rather than fight it, I understand it. I am all that she could ever ask for in a husband. Life is great! ( By the way, I was going to stop with the first sentence I wrote...I guess the power of positive words really got me going).
I look and feel like ME. I feel healthy and energetic and comfortable with who I am. I am in love with living. I wake up everyday with the intent to bless the lives of all those I meet. I am full of grace.
At the end of my 18 weeks I : LOOK: I am SMILING! I have a glow/LIGHT that radiates from within. My eyes SPARKLE with enthusiasm & HOPE! I am walking tall, head up, shoulders back & Im confident and PROUD of myself! My stomach is flat, my arms are toned, I look HEALTHY in my new jeans & T shirt. I look more like 29 than 39, my hair is shiny & healthy, my skin glows even without a tan! FEEL: I feel WHOLE! I wake up and believe that each & every day is a new OPPORTUNITY! I am energetic, yet calm within. My thoughts are CLEAR. My mind is FOCUSED! Im Calm & PEACEFUL because I am a Child of God, and I am following His path. I feel FREE! My heart & SPIRIT are light & FREE from the past because I have learned the POWER OF FORGIVENESS! I LOVE the reflection of the strong, empowered and confident woman I see! I'm ESTASTIC! Im sooo inspired that Im ready to burst at the seams! My back & knee are no longer painful, swollen or injured...they are healthy & strong! I am an open book-Im FEELING what it means to L-I-V-E!!! BE: I AM LIVING!!! I am friendly and my GENUINE smile makes me APPROACHABLE. I'm outgoing, HAPPY and truly enjoy helping others. Im volunteering with the Min Pin Rescue Group & at the Phoenix Animal Rescue Ranch. I'm grateful, compasssionate, and inspired and because of that- I LOOK for opportunites and find ways to do Random Acts of Kindness daily .I'm a better listener, a more productive employee, a happier & better Mom, girlfriend & daughter. I AM TRANSFORMING!!!!!
At the end of 18 weeks I will Be healthy, fit, and confident that I can accomplish anything! I’ll look great in a T-shirt! I’ll have a muscular, athletic body that can do anything I will it to do. I’ll be free of lower back arthritis pain, chest pains and other health concerns. I WILL BE healthy and free of all medications to include my cholesterol medication. I will be of strong body, mind and spirit. I will get down on the floor and play with my boys and be a great example of what it means to be a man and father to my children. I will get down on my knees with them and give thanks. I will be happier and share my inner light with those around me. I will have less ego and more confidence. I will be a better husband, father, Christian, son and friend. I will continue to be inspired and humbled thru this journey called life. I will continue to Be the Change, and I will continue to grow mentally, physically and spiritually, in health and in Christ.
It is November 23rd. I have completed an 18 week transformation period.I have learned thru this time, that it is ok to fall and stumble, that it is part of the road to change!! This is very important to me as I have learned more about myself everytime I stumbled. It is here that I learn where I am weak and know what I need to pack into my survival kit for the "next time". Yes, thru all of this, I have transformed! I have learned that I am stronger than I am weak, that I CAN be whom I want to be. I feel great and so in touch with myself. For every muscle I feel stronger in, I also feel more in control of my actions. I can decide to sleep in or get up. To let the day "just happen" or make my day "to happen" I have a respect for myself that I haven't experienced before. I fit into my smaller size clothes and look great! I am an example to everyone around me that you can make change happen, and how wonderful one feels when one does this. I am now one of those more positve, energetic, active people in the world reaching out to others to help them achieve thier own goals of health, both in mind and body! Let me introduce to you the real Debbie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great post and beliefs so close to my heart! I have come a long way in this transformation process and believe strongly in the power of words, both negatively and positively. I, like Marty and so many others here, had to learn that those destructive words told to me in my childhood were lies and replace those words with my own. Words of encouragement, belief, positivity and love. It wasn't always easy, the negativity tried hard to creep back in, but I was persistant! I believe I have won and will continue to win. This site has enabled me to 100% focus on positivity and was a huge factor in my success. By the end of this 18 weeks, I will have done something I have never done, or believed I could do...I will have run my first half marathon! I will be a winner, even though I will not cross that line first..that's not even what its about for me! I will be confident, accomplished, proud, and committed to my healthy physically and mentally as well as others. I will continue to be someone to look to for help and encouragement, I will be someone who still greets the new comers to help them feel right at home and not alone from the very beginning! I will be ME only I will shine a little brighter, smile a little bigger, and laugh with careless abandoned!
Thank you for your words. :)
By the time my transformation is complete, I will be complete. I will be a strong, confident man who knows where he is and knows where he is going. My attitude will remain positive through adversity, which I will overcome. My body will reflect how I feel inside. I will look good because I feel good. I will be a man who knows how to learn from mistakes and let them go. I will truly be able to live.
I am planning everyday to be better each day. I want deep change for my heart and body, and I know that planning, practice and goals set in my pathway will force my mind and heart to learn new habits. My old self should be shed and my new self should be full of vitality, strong muscles, healthy flurishing nutrients and most of all an attitude of gratitude and humbleness.
When I complete the 18 weeks I will be 180 pounds I will have a strong lean muscular body I will have more love to give and selflessness will be a way of life my relationship with my family and God will be on a whole other level my patience and outlook on life is already improving. Again Bill This Is Awesome Thank You
I will be at peace with who I am. I will not compare myself with others and will accept the unique person God created me to be. I will always have a smile and kind word for everyone I come across. I will be a leader by being a follower. I will be humble yet confident. I will inspire and motivate by example. I will never again let my circumstances dictate my happiness. I will never stop learning, never stop developing, and I will never stop praising God for all the blessings in my life as well as the trials that will inevitably come (for that’s when the real learning happens). I will be a person that other people want to be around. I will know that my happiness does not depend upon what is going on in my life at that moment, what material things I may have, but that my happiness comes from within, knowing WHOSE I am.
I will feel like I am a positive influence and good example of how to eat, live and love to my son, husband, family and friends and other I meet in my day to day lives. Having the self confidence to believe in my self is a real positive way to do so.
Here's how I see it: I am accepting of myself and of others. I am happy to be who I am and no longer try to change my needs to match what I think others want me to need. I am healthy and strong. I look healthy and strong. Instead of beating myself up, I always strive to improve myself, my life and my environment. I see strong muscles and appreciate that they help me to run, walk, swim, play with my kids and anything else I ask them to do. I feel powerful in my business. I share what I learn with others. I strive to inspire myself and everyone around me. I am a good example for my children. I radiate love and light. I am confident in every area of my life. I am interesting and fun. I respect and love myself and the people in my life. I make it a point to see the good in others, especially if I find them challenging. I appreciate what I have and give to others who need, whether they ask or not.~~Jen :)
Energized, fit, defined, clear, connected, loved, motivated, internally driven, expressive. Peace, Liz
I will feel alive,centered,blessed,energetic,commited,focused,determined,happy,comfortable,found not lost,who I was meant to be,trusting,outgoing,a life that counts,there are so many things I would feel and see.For now im happy with these.Ill add more as they come to me.Thank you each and everyone for being here for me.Blessings to you all..Angela KEEP SMILIN....
I am healthy! I am energitic! I am loving! I am understanding! I am giving! I am third! I am open to new ideas! I am blessed! I am abundant! I am successful! I am toned! I am BLESSED! I am able to play with my daughter all day long and not have to tell her daddy is not feeling well! I LOVE MY NEW LIFE~
Dear Bill: At the end of this fantastic voyage I will feel proud of finishing what I started. So many things that I got involved with were just not completed. I will realize (already am) that I can write or say more about what my thoughts and emotions are and feel confident in that. This is HUGE! At the end of this fantastic voyage of 18 weeks I will fully realize how important my body is in realation to taking care of my family and community responcabilities. My confidence will pour into every word I speak and action I take.My daily plans will be moer detailed, thoughtful, caring and humble.They will be executed with much more precession then in the beginning. My gratitude will be through the roof! My body will be more quicker and move with more ease. I will be in a position to radiate health and contribute or lead a chain reaction of healthy living in my community. Just writing those thoughts excite me right now. At the end of this fantastic voyage of 18 weeks my business will be changing. A new begining will be at hand. At the end of this fantastic voyage of 18 weeks I will be ready to be a mentor. I will have a new direction for my life and have the energy to live it. I will look like I belong right here with you all and ready to serve.
I will LOOK healthy and fit. My flat belly, strong body, clear skin, and healthy hair and nails will speak loudly of the value I place on caring for the gift of my body. My inner peace will be visible in my eyes and radiate from my smile and my very self. I will FEEL at peace, knowing that I have the inner strength to continue on the journey that will have turns and obstacles that will challenge me to the depths of my soul. I will feel confident and supported on my journey, knowing that I am not alone - that within me is the power of the universe. I will BE the person who was knit in my mother's womb - the person that I was created to be - I will be authentically ME! WOW!
It's October 27th. I look sleek, healthy and strong. You can see the happiness in my eyes. I feel the satisfaction that comes from setting and completing a goal, grateful to those who encouraged me, and eager to continue on to the next goals. I am more than I have ever been aware that I can be, and I can see the potential in the people around me. I am patitent, becasue I know struggle. I am strong because i know perservernce. I am thankful because I did not come this far alone. I am not resting - I am moving toward the amazing future ahead.
This last week I went "though the tunnel" a little saying me and my mom have meaning the 1/2 point. Marking this occasion I did something that I had been looking at for the last year. I completed a marathon. I have heard it said that when you finish a marathon it changes your life and I can say it did, but the greatest change was my outlook. This lends itself to this activity. I have looked at myself over the last year saying I will be a runner and when I crossed that finish line I discovered something amazing. The journey is much more then the destination and the goal are not always reached when you think. I am a runner but I was a runner a year ago when I set out to be a runner. The first morning I went out and ran I was a runner. I will no longer look to what I will be but I will just be it. I use to list that I will in 18 weeks be healthy, I will in 18 weeks have good eating habits, I will in 18 weeks feel positive about myself. Now that is just not true. I am healthy and leading a healthy life it is just the moment that it is said I have to live that life. Don’t start tomorrow start now don’t be it tomorrow be it now. That being said I am healthy. I am active. I am a runner. I am strong in mind, body and spirt. I am in pursuit of my best body and I am the CHANGE. Kyra It is not about what you can’t do it is about what you can do!
Proud - Energised - Authentic - Inspiring - Transforming (as I don't want the journey to end) - Loved - Loving - Fully Alive - Tolerant - Open - Gentle - Growing - Special - Healthy - Emotionaly strong - Happy - Radiant - Decisive - Willing - Giving - Productive - Thankful - Original - Successful - Courageous - Fun - Whole - Playful - Glowing - Blissful - Fearless - Real - Angel - Moral - Excelling - Creative - Zestful - Invaluable - Natural - Relaxed - Friend - Positive - Positively reflective - Able - Conquering - .................................................
Gosh, I don't know where I will be at the end of 18 weeks because it is very hard for me to factor in geometric progression. At the end of 18 weeks I won't even know my former self, figuratively speaking.
How I will feel at the 18th week mark....well I think there is only one word that comes to mind!!!....."RE-BORN"!. Re-born physically, mentally, emotionally, spiriturally. I want my "Temple" back that I had 3 years ago.....I'm seeing it again!!! I'm back!!!! i'm truly Re-born!!!!
Dude is manifesting... his words are literally moving energy and creating a new world for him. Very powerful work!
At the end of 18 weeks I: Look- Healthy, I wake up in the morning vibrant and ready to attack the day. I look in the mirror and I see a man standing before me that is confident and you can see in my eyes that I have great self worth. My body is fit. My abs are defined, my belly no longer hangs over my belt ;) my legs have definition, my arms have clear definition of biceps and triceps, my body has gone though a total metamorphosis from before and after. I look strong, I look happy, I look centered, People come up to me and wonder what it is about my life that makes me so happy and why I have that glow about me. FEEL- I feel like a whole man, not only have I made a complete turn around in my physical body and in the way I discipline myself and take care of that God given temple, but I truly feel accomplished. I feel like a man who set out on a mission and who didn't just start something but I feel like someone who finished something. I know in my head and heart that I have made the switch from a goal setter to a goal getter. That gives me such an empowering feeling. I feel like I can accomplish anything Is set my heart and mind to. I am so deeply in love with my wife and my relationship is so fulfilling on a soul level. I feel a stronger connection with my kids and I am so proud to be their father and they look up to me not only as a friend but as a great example as a Father. My heart is filled with joy, the kind of joy most people just don't get or understand, my heart is filled with truth, with love, with charity, with compassion for others, with humility and I am led by heart and spirit. They say inner peace comes from when who you are on the inside matches who you are on the outside, I have let go of ego and I act from my inner self and I have inner peace. BE- I am going to BE a champion, whether or not its a Tranformation champion is out of my control but none the less I will be a champion, I will be a role model for a healthy lifestyle, I will motivate others to change, they will hear my story of how and what I did to have the changes in my life and they will want to have the same thing in their own life. I will BE financially stable, self sustaining, hardworking, goal oriented, motivated. I will be a leader to others. I will remember where I came from and where I am going and I will be humble and honest in all of my dealings with my fellow man. I will be in the best shape of my life........and now for the most important part.......I will be led by the holy spirit, I will have a close connection to my heavenly father, I will be grateful for all that I Have been given, I will be in awe of the magnitude of my successes, I will make a point to get down on my knees morning and night and thank the almighty for everything that has come into my life and for the associations I have and for the abundance that I enjoy. I will prayerfully acknowledge his hand in all things. I will BE the change!.................................................DUDE
At the end of 18 weeks, I will feel completley alive. I will be able to take on difficult tasks with a new meaning and positive outlook. My self confidence will be at an all time high, for I will feel powerful for accomplishing my goals. My body will feel stronger and healthier and look lean and vibrant. I will be a role model for others looking to make the change in their own lives. I will see the love in the world and share mine with it. I will be me, wholly, completely me!
I will look more fit than I ever have, I will feel the positive energy flowing out of me and radiating around me. I will look at myself as a FORGIVEN, authentically forgiven, person. I will be a light for others to follow............. ~Sandy~
As I stand here reflecting on the latest segment of my life journey, I am so grateful that I gave myself the opportunity to change the direction of my life. I am joyful, filled with energy, filled with possibility for what my future holds. My body reflects the inner repairs that I have made on my spirit. I am ready to accept what is next and I am excited to be alive!
I just left a friend and we were speaking of this very exercise. How words can make or break your spirit. I am a very positive person yet I come across as negative. I fail to understand why? I say inspiring thought's I encourage, I help, I care, I love, I am compassionate. So why do people read me the wrong way. Words or how you phrase a sentence can change it's meaning entirely. I don't wan to be misunderstood. My heart says one thing and my tonuge speaks another. I am working on this, very hard, I have been working on this for years. I have changed so much through the years yet people still remember me for the silly little negatave words I said years ago. one neaitave thought or word wipes out all you worked for. No one remembers the good, the plesant, the happy days, they remember when you did this or said that. How do you wipe the slate clean? That's what I am seeking and working on changing, my words my actions my one side that I don't care to carry around with me any longer. I want the world to see my good side. I have one and it's a truly wonderful side of me. That side comes out a lot lately but so does the other side, the impatience, the remberance of the hard knocks class, the dark side that needs to let go, forget and forgive. When I began this challenge I knew this was something I needed and what I had been searching for yet was afraid to take the 1st step and being the change. It's not easy to change but necessary. When the end of my 18 week journey of BE THE CHANGE Challenge is over I will be able to look in the mirror and see my good side from all angles. I'm looking forward to putting all my positive energy to seeing that wonderful image in the mirror GET*HER*DONE LINDA
I will be truly vibrant. I will be (and am becoming already) such a positive force - healthy, fit, athletic and happy.. .. in week 13 I can that I'm already those things.. but know that I will be even more so. I use words like "opportunity" now instead of problem-laden words - EVERYTHING is an opportunity for learning.. if something didn't work - you grabbed a bit of knowledge that will help next time you try. I will be FANTASTIC in body and spirit.. woo hooo!!!!
I had a long day today, drove over 300 miles for out of town meetings, packed my food for the road and exercised early before leaving town this morning, enjoyed one carefully chosen restaurant meal with business associates mid-day and just arrived home just minutes ago (nearly 8 p.m.) to find this new assignment. Nothing is more important than this transformation because of the positive changes it’s making in my life. At the 18-week mark I will continue to be a loving example of good health and do my best to empower love and support everyone who crosses my path. I will continue to feel healthy happy alive and free while reminding those I meet that they too deserve to be all they can be in body mind and spirit. While waiting for one of my meetings to start today I met two people for the first time and referred them to this website because they expressed an interest in becoming examples of good health. At the 18 week-mark I will have a 32” waist and the six-pack I’ve always wanted!
At the end of 18 weeks I will know "Me". I will accept "Me". I will love "Me". I will be proud of my accomplishments and will be ready to set new goals. I will have confidence in "Me". I will believe in "Me" and know that I matter. I will be alive and glowing. I will smile from my heart. I will control what I can and let go of what I cannot. I will support, encourage and share my experience in an effort to inspire others who are looking for th tools to make positive changes in their lives. I will know the power of the spoken word. I will never again let words hold me back. I will never again let words dictate who I am. I will never again allow outside influences to choose my direction. I will choose my direction with careful thought. I will do what I feel is best for me because I want to even though others and even loved ones may not agree. I will stay focused and true to myself. I will continue to learn about myself always. I will love unconditionally. I will be the change I want to see around me and in the world for LIFE with pride. Thank you Bill. I am forever grateful. Penny (Me)
I will look alive, feel energized and be on top of the world, heck I'm already there, Troy
I will be glowing with health and an inspiration to others! I will look healthy and fit. My body is (will be) trim, toned and difined. I 'll have energy and can run and not be weary. I will be filled with enthusiasm for life and love being active and helping others.....so I'll be better I'll feel better and I'll look better!!
I am a continual work in progress and am moving forward with each step. I began this transformaiton resentful of having to be in a job that I ddn't want to be in. When I started acknowledging gratitude for where I was and for my abundant blessings, I began to find joy and purpose in my life. Each day brings its challenges, but those strengthen and prepare me for the next step. Daily exercise and healthy eating prepare my body an produce natural endorphins to energize and motivate my body and spirit. A friendly smile and words of encouragement and gratitude are returned in excess. Transformation isn't about smaller pants or monetary rewards, it is about reaching your full potential and sharing those blessings with others.
I will look like the trainer I have a reputation for being- with the six pack that I sport in the photo on my office wall. . I will feel like I have traveled through a dark tunnel and finally emerged seeing the light of day. I will be more and more like Jesus as I strive to learn more about my creator every day.
Hi All, with only 8 weeks left, I am not sure I will reach my initial goals. However, I will BE stronger because I already am. I will BE leaner because I already am. I will BE humbled because I already am. I will BE grateful to have been a part of this unique, inspiring community of folks who share a common vision. Thank you for the opportunity to have been a part of the"greater good." I think we can all attest that we are part of something bigger than ourselves here, and that by working together and supporting one another we can achieve more than if we try to go it alone. Matching my fitness goals with spiritual exercises truly feels like coming home for me. Love and light,
Sorry, want to add one more word that I plan to have describe my entire being - PHENOMINAL!
At the 18 week mark of my transformation I will be confident in my ability to affect positive, lasting difference in my community, because that is exactly what I will be doing. I will walk taller with my shoulders back and my head held high. I will know for certain that I can Be the Change for others who will in turn know that they, too, can Be the Change. I will be a ripple that leads to the waves. Maybe I should add: I will learn how to surf… ;-> ~Annie
The first thing people are going to notice is the light radiating from my eyes & smile. It will be replacing the darkness that resided there for so long. My once slumped shoulders and slothy walk is taken over by a proud, shoulders back, bounce with every step stride. Victory now replaces the beat down victimized mentality. Pride now resides where embarrassement & humiliation used to call home. Never again, will I wonder if my kids wished I wasn't their mom, I know I am loved and am worthy of that love. I will be the wife and soul mate to my husband that I was meant to be. Where I was once lost, I have found me. The ME I knew "I" always wanted to be. Finally, finally, with God's grace and guidance, I love ME!
At the end of my 18 week mark: I feel alive! I am spritually connected. I am excited about the future I am creating. My inner voices are full of encouragement and love. I am loving, and inspired! I engaged and motivated to live fully in to this healthy lifestyle that is responsible for guiding me successfully through this transformation. I am grateful for the journey I have takent and I am truly grateful for the wisdom I have gained through this journey. I am love, I am free and I am happy. I am energetic. Above all I have become grounded in the gratitude and I thank god for the courage to embrace change! I am committed to living into the change for my life! Jeff
When I started this transformation I had the bad habit of beating myself up when I ate badly or I wasn't perfect. I know that at the end of this (well it never will end) That I will be an inspiration to others as well as treating myself better and better. I have already stopped most of the negative inner self talk, I rarely find myself doing it because it has been a focused part of my transformation. i also find that when things hit me my reaction to anger is slower and deminishing. I already have people saying I am kinder and gentler with how I deal with problems. I plan to be much better at this. I will look so much better than I did when I started (I already do) I might not be exactly where I want to be, I will be very close though. I will be a motivator to those around me without getting on thier nerves. I am working on getting rid of the reformed fat guy attitude that sends people running! Thanks Bill, May God bless you and yours...
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