November ends with a final class in my yoga studio's Gratitude Challenge. We focused on being present in the moment and letting go of what does serve us; having gratitude for where we are and what we have. The challenge was dedicated to quality, not quantity. . I managed to attend 15 classes in 30 days. It was less classes than I had wanted to take but I knew I had to factor in the holidays and prior commitments. . The best part is that I grew. I feel better than I have in nearly 2.5 years. I've struggled this season with body image, letting go of my cancer identity (I had cancer; I am not cancer) and founds some roots to plant for the future. . Affirmations are I AM statements that I tell myself and clients everyday. But something was lost in translation. In my five years of practice I've never been able to look myself in the eye during yoga. . Seriously. . I never had to look at myself when I taught my classes at the gym. I had to look at everyone else. It was an easy way to blow myself off and not start picking apart the things I didn't like. . Last week a friend of mine said that when she looks in the mirror during yoga she tells herself. She can do it. She is strong. She believes in herself. . Did I mention that something for lost in translation? I never do it in the mirror. During savasana, yes but never active. After my 30 days I know that I want to be true to my word. If I say I I will do it. If I say it I will be it. . Therefore I AM: strong, powerful, empowered, positive, responsible, badass, kind, courageous, happy and loved. I am loving. I am a force to be reckoned with .... I am ME. Believe and receive ✨✨✨✨✨ #BreastCancerSurvivor #FearlessVixenFitness #grateful #blessed