The simplest thing you can do for your health....
- Mo Shimer
- Aug 8, 2022
- 2 min read
What would living a healthy lifestyle look like if it were easy?
Fact: Most of us LOVE to make things complicated.
There’s even a term for it: “complexity bias.”
Complexity bias is when you decide to make a change in almost any area of your life …
and all of a sudden you start thinking about ways to make that change even BETTER or MORE EFFECTIVE.
So you start layering in new rules or extra guidelines to add “juice” to your results.
Have you ever done that? I know I used to.
Here's an example:
Simple: author Michael Pollan's advice to "eat food, not too much, mostly plants."
vs.
Complex: Counting every macro or finding the perfect intermittent fasting ratio.
If we have to choose between two things – one that’s clear and simple, or one that’s more complex with more steps – we usually choose the complex option.
The problem with that is it can be REALLY hard to keep up with over time.
Don’t get me wrong. Complex choices aren’t TERRIBLE, but if they make you feel stressed, overwhelmed, or get in the way of being consistent, then it’s time to streamline and get SIMPLE.
Focus on the thing(s) that work FOR you.
Here are some ways to make your routine simple:
Choose the simplest actions.
Make sure those actions work with your lifestyle & schedule.
Include activities and/or food you enjoy.
Consider working with an expert to keep you focused & accountable.
Give yourself grace.
The most important thing is that you choose actions that help you stay CONSISTENT!
My 10 week non-weight based program teaches how to live a longer, more satisfying life, through lifestyle, exercise, nutrition and attitude. You will have better overall, less stress and live more freely without dieting or ever feeling like you have to look at the scale.
It includes a weekly lesson emailed to you each week, as well as, a weekly one-on-one coaching session and weekly strategies to live a longer, healthier life without dieting.
If you would like to learn more about the program, set up a time to chat with me via zoon here:
or text me for more info at 978-877-0445.
Let's have some fun!
Mo Shimer, CHC
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