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editor’s letter

Strength. Conviction. Purpose.

I cannot think of three stronger words to describe the person I want to be. Do I have the strength to rise to the top when the chips are down? Do I have the conviction to keep going? Is my purpose for the right reason? Most of the people we feature have those qualities. That’s what sets them apart.

It’s not easy.

Here’s my thought. If you find yourself “out of control” with your health and daily activities, start working on these three things and you are bound for greatness and success.

Things start to fall apart when you stop caring. You let go of your health, weight, home and family. I’m not saying you have to be 110 percent all the time, but if you can’t maintain your strength, then at least maintain your conviction and purpose. Or, make this a goal to get better every day. If every day we are a little better than yesterday, I can imagine it leading to a lifetime of change.

Here’s where to start.

Start with your diet. Eat a little better today than you did yesterday. Add some activity. Walk a little more today than you did yesterday.

Create a goal. Goals lead to purpose, which leads to conviction, which leads to strength.

No matter how small you start, it’s a start.

Don’t forget to reward yourself daily with affirmations of joy and love.

Live every day with purpose.

Suzanne Fox