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5 Mindset Shifts That Will Transform Your Health Journey
- Eric & Maleka Beal
- Jun 23
- 5 min read
Updated: Jun 23
Shift your mindset, and the rest will follow. Make these 5 powerful shifts your reality.
Mindset is everything. It's the foundation on which your health journey is built, and how you approach each challenge along the way determines whether you succeed or stumble. If you've been caught in cycles of self-doubt, lack of progress, or frustration, it’s time to re-frame your perspective.
There’s power in our choices, in the way we think about our health, and in the small daily actions we take. The good news? These shifts don’t need to be monumental to be impactful. In fact, small, consistent changes are often the most sustainable.
So, let’s dive deeper into the 5 Mindset Shifts that can elevate your health journey and make those shifts a tangible part of your life using the Transtheoretical Model (also known as the Stages of Change). By understanding where you are, you can move forward with purpose and confidence.
1. Your Choices Shape Your Power
Where you are: Precontemplation/Contemplation Stage
Shift: What you choose to focus on will guide your journey. Choose to empower yourself.
When you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure, it’s easy to default to a mindset of powerlessness. That thought of "I can't do this" or "It's too hard" can feel like an impenetrable wall. But here's the truth: what you focus on determines where you go. Your choices are more powerful than you realize.
Harsh truth: Most of us live in a constant state of “reacting.” reacting to what’s around us, what others say, or what life throws at us. That’s why change seems so elusive. The constant mental chatter and outside distractions can keep us in a loop of indecision and self-doubt.
How to make the shift:
Daily Action: Start by making small empowering choices every day. Whether it's a five-minute workout or swapping a sugary snack for a healthier option, these micro-choices start building momentum.
Journal Prompt: Write down three small choices you’ll make today to reclaim your power.
2. It’s Unfamiliar, Not Impossible
Where you are: Preparation Stage
Shift: Remember, new habits can feel challenging simply because they’re new. Growth happens outside your comfort zone.
The road to a healthier life is often blocked by the fear of the unknown. How many times have you thought, “This is just too hard” when faced with a new habit or exercise routine? The reality is, growth happens outside of what feels comfortable, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible.
Harsh truth: We shy away from discomfort because it feels like failure, but the truth is, discomfort is a necessary part of change. Every time you try something new, your brain resists and that's not a sign to stop; it’s a sign that you’re growing.
How to make the shift:
Daily Action: Embrace the discomfort. Start with something small, like a 10-minute walk, or a new vegetable in your diet. Your goal isn’t perfection, it’s progress.
Mindset Exercise: Ask yourself, “What’s one uncomfortable thing I’m avoiding that I could try today?”
3. Consistency is the Strongest Tool You Have
Where you are: Action Stage
Shift: Small, daily actions add up over time. Trust in the power of showing up for yourself.
Consistency is the secret sauce for success. It’s not the grand gestures that matter most; it’s the small, everyday actions that create lasting change. But here’s the kicker: consistency isn’t sexy. It's not glamorous. It doesn't always feel motivating, but it works.
Harsh truth: We all fall into the trap of “waiting for motivation” or expecting dramatic results after one or two tries. When motivation fades, consistency is what keeps you going.
How to make the shift:
Daily Action: Set an intention to show up every day, even if it’s just for a few minutes. Whether that’s a morning stretch or drinking an extra glass of water, consistency doesn’t require grand effort, just consistency.
Action Tip: Set up a daily habit tracker. Check off every small action you complete. Over time, you’ll see that consistency compounds.
4. Stay Present; Let Each Day Stand on Its Own
Where you are: Maintenance Stage
Shift: Focus on what you can do today, and leave tomorrow’s challenges for tomorrow.
If you’ve ever thought, “I’ll start fresh on Monday” or “I’ll deal with that later,” you’re not alone. But waiting for a “perfect” time or a “fresh start” leads to procrastination, guilt, and stress. The reality is that today is the only day you have control over.
Harsh truth: Constantly putting off action leads to inaction. The pressure to be perfect or to wait for the right time only feeds into procrastination. Your health journey isn’t a linear path; it’s full of today’s choices, not tomorrow’s promises.
How to make the shift:
Daily Action: Stop waiting. Start today, no matter what. If today is the day for a small action, then take it. Small steps add up to major results.
Practice: Each evening, write down three things you accomplished today, no matter how small. Let today stand on its own, and celebrate your wins.
5. True Mindset Change Begins From Within
Where you are: Termination Stage
Shift: Real transformation starts when you align your inner goals with your outer actions.
True transformation doesn’t happen overnight. And it doesn’t happen because you’ve followed the latest diet trend or committed to a short-term fitness goal. It begins when your internal beliefs align with your external actions. You can change your behavior, but until your mindset shifts, true, lasting change is difficult to sustain.
Harsh truth: You can’t fake transformation. If you don’t truly believe in the process or your ability to succeed, your actions will always be temporary. True change requires a fundamental shift in how you view yourself and your worth.
How to make the shift:
Daily Action: Check in with yourself daily. What are your inner beliefs? Are they helping or hindering your progress?
Mindset Tip: Practice self-affirmation. Tell yourself, “I am capable of change,” and follow it with one action that proves it. Believe in your ability to create sustainable change.
Mindset is everything. These shifts aren’t just about thoughts, they’re about action. If you can shift your mindset, you’ll notice that the action steps fall into place, and the results will follow.
The stages of change aren’t just for those starting out, they’re for anyone who’s looking to grow and evolve. By acknowledging where you are and taking small, consistent steps toward the new way of thinking, you'll elevate your health journey and live a life filled with power, purpose, and transformation.
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