💝 Overcoming Negative Thoughts

PLUS: Announcing This Week’s Winner

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Live Well Now
October 13, 2023

Welcome To The Most Read Women’s Empowerment Newsletter!

Today On the Menu:

👩‍🎓 Today In Women’s History: Celebrating Edith Sampson

💪 Motivation: Kay Glynn: Age-Defying Star

🧘 Self Improvement: Overcoming Negative Thoughts

PLUS: Announcing This Week’s Winner

Read Time: 3 Mins

On This Day In Women’s History:

October 13, 1897: Edith Sampson was born.

Edith Sampson, a lawyer, was the first black American to be appointed as a United Nations delegate and the first to be elected U.S. circuit judge.

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Kay Glynn: Masters Track and Field's Age-Defying Star

In the world of track and field, there are individuals who defy age and expectations, and then there's Kay Glynn. At 70 years old, she's not your average grandmother of four. In fact, she may very well be the greatest all-around master track and field star competing today.

A Three-Decade Record Holder

Kay Glynn's name was etched in Iowa's track and field history for over 30 years. She held the long jump record, a testament to her extraordinary talents as a young athlete. Yet, life led her down a different path, one where she chose to raise her family.

The Unstoppable Comeback

At the age of 48, Kay Glynn made an audacious decision to return to the sport she once dominated. Her re-entry into masters track and field was nothing short of spectacular, breaking records once considered unassailable.

A Journey of Record-Breaking Feats

Kay Glynn's comeback wasn't just a return; it was a renaissance of dominance. She quickly established herself as a formidable force in the masters track and field community. Her performances were nothing short of extraordinary, proving that excellence transcends age.

Today, Kay Glynn holds multiple world records in masters track and field events, a living testament to her dedication and unmatched skill.

A Lasting Legacy

Her story is a testament to the enduring spirit of competition and the power of pursuing passions at any age. Kay Glynn, the extraordinary grandmother of masters track and field, inspires the world to believe that, regardless of age, our inner champions are always ready to rise to the occasion.

Until Monday,

Emma, Live Well Now Team

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You have to have confidence in your ability, and then be tough enough to follow through.”

- Rosalynn Carter

A Journey of Overcoming Negative Thoughts

Louise Hay was a remarkable woman who overcame her own negative thoughts and circumstances to become a beloved author and motivational speaker. She had a challenging upbringing, including an abusive childhood and a difficult early adulthood.

In her 50s, Louise Hay attended self-help and motivational workshops, where she discovered the power of positive affirmations and self-love. Realizing that her negative beliefs had held her back for years, she made a decision to change her thought patterns.

Louise Hay began developing and sharing positive affirmations and self-help techniques. Her book, "You Can Heal Your Life," became a bestseller, touching the lives of countless individuals seeking to overcome negativity and self-limiting beliefs.

Here are some simple exercises to help overcome negative thoughts:

  1. Walking: Take a stroll in nature or your neighborhood to clear your mind. 

  2. Yoga: Combines physical postures with mindfulness and deep breathing.

  3. Deep Breathing: Calm your mind with diaphragmatic breathing or relaxation techniques.

  4. Meditation: Enhances self-awareness and reduces negative thought patterns.

  5. Aerobic Exercise: Activities like jogging or dancing release mood-lifting endorphins.

  6. Positive Affirmations: Daily reminders of your strengths and abilities.

We hope you incorporate these exercises into your routine this weekend!

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Live Well Now Team

Empowering Women Over 40 since 2020