Posted by There are different ways of doing every task. Working out is a joyous experience for some, while it is a negative experience for others. I believe that that is because some chose to do it as a form of self punishment, while others do it as a way to enjoy the experience as well as the results. I have highlighted the quality of the experience of working out when it is done in these 2 different ways in this recipe.
| With Self Acceptance | With Self hatred/denial |
| The individual is immersed in the present activity and not thinking of other things | A lot of guilt from the past is present |
| One does it with happiness, joy and inspiration | One does it with anger and negativity |
| Positivity leads to creative visualization of ideal body | Negative self image attracts more of the same excess weight |
| Endorphins are released during the workout | Endorphins are not released during workout |
| The activity is done with eustress | Its done with distress |
| Reaching goal leads to contentment | Reaching goals leads to resentment and further self criticism |
| Long term change in lifestyle and good habits become consistent | Short term change only. Back to old habits often |
| Balanced form of working out | Extreme form of working- there is overdoing and obsession |
| It is consistent. | It is inconsistent as the individual has burn outs often as a result of overdoing. |
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