How to get out of a Mid-Year Slump
Experiencing a mid-year slump? Feeling a dip in motivation this time of year is completely natural - it happens to everyone! If you're looking for a pick-me-up and are ready to finish the year strong, we've crafted the perfect guide to help you elevate your spirits and reclaim your momentum.
Here are our top tips to overcoming a mid-year slump 👇
Reflection ✨
Take the time to reflect on what this year has brought you so far. How are you different from the 'you' that started this year? What progress or achievements have you made and what challenges have you faced? Write it down in a reflection journal or in the notes section of your phone.
Understanding where you're currently at is key to navigating the next few steps forward.
Goal Setting 📝
Determining clear goals for how you want to finish the year is crucial. Without setting clear goals, you may feel overwhelmed or like you're stumbling in the dark.
You may have a big overarching goal you want to achieve - consider breaking it down into smaller, more manageable goals and use them to maintain your focus and motivation for the remainder of the year. In the MWU App, under the goals section you can practise daily goal setting to help keep you on track.
For effective goal setting techniques, read our Goal Setting for Success Blog post! It includes all the tools you need for long-term success.
Self-Care 🧖♀️
Self-care is essential for staying healthy and happy. It helps you relax, reduce stress, and stay strong when facing life's ups and downs. It involves taking deliberate actions to preserve or improve your physical, mental, and emotional health.
Head to the On-Demand section of the MWU App and join Coach Ana with her 6 Days Beginner's Guide To Yoga. A practice renowned for its transformative benefits for both body and mind - use it to feel grounded, rest and restore.
We share our Top 5 Self Care Tips that you can take into your day-to-day life to help you be the best version of yourself.
Finding Balance ⚖️
Establishing a daily or weekly routine can come easy to some. But for others, it can be really hard to maintain this consistency, even if it's beneficial to our goals.
So, here's a few reminders just for you...
- One size does not fit all.
- Find what resonates with you.
- Don't force what doesn't align.
- Celebrate your individual journey.
Finding balance is a journey in itself. Instead of focusing on a strict routine, learn to become adaptable and flexible when it's needed.
Feeling too sore or too tired to exercise? Swap with a gentle walk, get a massage or treat yourself to a spa day - or however, you'd like to spend a rest day!
Running short on time? Try a shorter 30-minute Express workout or our Busy Girl recipes!
Seeking Support ❤️
This time of year can be hard for a lot us. It could be due to getting caught up in the hustle of everyday life, the change in seasons or unexpected circumstances that have come up in our personal lives. Whatever it may be, it's important to reach out and seek support where it's needed.
Call or text a friend or family member.
Find support in our Facebook Community Forum, with like-minded women working towards their own goals and are willing to offer tips or helpful advice!
If you're feeling uninspired with your training and nutrition, reach out to our Support Team and we'll be able to lend a hand!
