The way to get motivated and stay motivated is to identify, define, and emotionally connect to your dreams.

I felt the calling to adopt. You just know in the deepest part of your being that you are meant to find this little soul and guide them through life.

The past doesn't define you, your present does. It's okay to create a vision of the future because it affects your behavior in the "now," but don't dwell on past mistakes. Learn from them and focus those lessons in the moment. That's where change can really happen.

Don't repress your needs and feelings. They fester, becoming corrosive and destructive in your relationships. In a calm, loving way, tell the people in your life what you need. Don't expect people to read your mind. It only leads to disappointment and frustration. Empower them to empower you!

When you do hit the gym, you should push yourself. This is what makes fitness phenomena so interesting.

The trick is not escaping your fear, but confronting it and allowing it to drive and teach you. Only by getting to the bottom of your fears can you find their valuable lessons and move forward stronger than before.

There's always room for improvement. I incorporate the lessons I learned from my mistakes and move forward.