As we age, the idea of active living or maintaining an active lifestyle may seem “exhausting” or “overwhelming,” especially if our friends or family members do not motivate or encourage us to try new things or participate in activities.
At Origin Active Lifestyle Communities, we believe active living goes beyond physical activity. It is about addressing and supporting all dimensions of wellness in your life:
Origin also understands the power of positivity. Positive words can change the way we feel about ourselves, and when we change the way we think, our actions begin to reflect. If you believe that leading a more active lifestyle will be draining work, then it will be. But, if your mindset believes that it will be fun and exciting, your results will reflect that.
“Next to trying and winning, the best thing is trying and failing.” — L.M. Montgomery
"The indispensable first step to getting the things you want out of life is this: Decide what you want." - Ben Stein
“Set small goals leading to the big goal. Always stay positive, never give up. It will be hard but worth it in the end.” — Ryan Cochrane
"Tough times never last, but tough people do." - Dr. Robert Schuller
"Wisdom is the reward you get for a lifetime of listening when you'd have preferred to talk." - Doug Larson
“Consistency is key. Be willing to sacrifice. Reward yourself for the small victories.” — Phylicia George
“Nothing holds you back more than your own insecurities.” — Brittany Rogers
“To me, the fundamental tales of life are: do good, do the best you can and reach for the stars sometimes.” – Valerie Pringle
“The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best day.” – H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
“Start by doing what’s necessary; then do what’s possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible.” – Francis of Assisi
Evolving your mindset starts with you, and inspirational words are a quick way to retune your thinking. Hopefully, these inspirational quotes provided some motivation and the extra push you needed to start leading a more active lifestyle in all areas of your personal wellness. If not, we encourage you to find the quote or phrase that is meaningful to you. Whatever that quote may be, make sure to revert back to it in times of doubt or when you lack inspiration.
At Origin, we truly believe that the quality of life people experience in their later years can drastically improve by staying active and fully engaged. We are committed to continuously making positive changes in our communities and throughout the senior living industry. We strive to positively impact the way people view aging, living, and healthy lifestyles.
If you are interested in learning more about active living and Origin communities, we encourage you to contact us and discover a new way of life!