When You Move, Life Moves

Sunset view from my home office in Valencia. A reminder: the way forward is always right in front of us

Thoughts and feelings aren’t always facts.

They’re usually self-sabotaging. They keep us stuck in narrative loops that we believe but hold no truth.

• It’s too late for me to start over

• I’m too old — younger people have the advantage

• I’ll begin once I feel more confident

• I’m not tech-savvy enough to keep up

• If I can’t do it perfectly, I shouldn’t try

• Other people are already ahead of me

• Nothing I do will really make a difference

And at 50+, it’s easy to stall out.

You think.

You worry.

You plan in your head.

But nothing shifts.

Psychologists call the way out of this loop Behavioral Activation.

“Behavioral Activation is the practice of acting first, rather than waiting until you feel motivated. Action itself creates motivation and shifts mood.”

In plain words? Move first. Motivation follows.

✔️One small action lifts your energy.

✔️One step forward changes your outlook.

✔️One choice proves you’re not stuck.

This week, don’t wait until you feel ready. Take one step toward the life you want.

✨ Because when you move, life moves with you.

“As you start to walk on the way, the way appears.” ~ Rumi

P.S. If you’d like more structure and support, Cohort 2 of F.A.S.T. begins September 16. 

It’s an 8-week path from “thinking about it” 👉🏻 “taking action" 👉🏻 "confidence."

I’d be glad to share details if you’re curious. Reach me here or at jeanne@duffelsanddogs.com