Overcoming Challenges

It seems that when something is really important or necessary, the level of challenge steps up. Yesterday was one of those days for Mixers. As we are getting closer to opening the store the challenges get bigger and better. Yesterday was unbelievable, and I don't know how we pulled off what we did. Drew flew in from Arizona for the focus group and was at the airport for 10 hours. Problem after problem continued with the plane. Needless to say, a flight that was supposed to arrive at 9am didn't get in until 5pm. Other challenges were the building not having electricity or water available, printing not working, and the simple operations turned into huge challenges. This was difficult because the focus group was at 6:30 and the sun was down. It was cold in the building and people really had to huddle together to see the questionnaire with the lanterns we bought, and probably to stay warm. Additionally with no power, we had to make the smoothies at an off site location. However, we are proud to announce that it happened and we got wonderful feedback. We would like to personally thank those who attended and gave such great feedback. Also those who organized all who came, (you know who you are). It was cold and probably uncomfortable, but everyone was very positive. I want to compare this to working out. There are many times within a workout routine where things may come up to disrupt your flow. Challenges come from many different directions such as, timing, responsibilities, injuries, opportunities, etc.... However, when the challenge comes; whatever it may be, push through and be resilient. There were many opportunities yesterday that we could have quit and called off the focus group. Like working out, consistency is king. You must be consistent with anything that is important for it to work. I live by a quote that I heard that goes like this, "schedule your priorities, not prioritize your schedule." For a workout routine to work and eventual health to be achieved, you must be consistent and you must push through the challenges. If you schedule your workout and make it a part of your day or every other day, be consistent. Challenges will come and that is life, but with all challenges come opportunity! Working out is a means to the end of being healthy, living a better life, and improving all areas of your life. As a body is healthy, the body is happy. Much like if mama ain't happy, then nobody is happy. Treat your body right, because you may not get a second chance. Make it a conscious goal and priority to get in shape and workout consistently. Live to the level that will help you overcome most challenges, knowing that you must reach at times to overcome all challenges. Have a continued safe and healthy weekend. Remember the Super Bowl is tomorrow and there will be many little challenges staring at you from the fridge, and from the table; but don't worry, you will overcome the challenge. Look for the highlight video of the focus group to be posted soon...