Marvellous Motivators

Hello!

So I have no idea what was in the water this week but as I woke up on Monday morning, I felt more motivated than I have ever done before.  Usually I am the queen of procrastination, Netflix, snacking and similar activities.  HOWEVER, Monday came, and as it was my day off (and I haven't been getting many of those recently) I felt like I should really be achieving something with my day. 

So...

I joined the gym.

SAY WHAT?!

This was so out of the blue for me, I hadn't planned it or anything...I mean I have had the intention for a good three years now but I never thought I would actually carry it out! So I went to the shop and got a load of healthy snacks in and I can tell you now (I am more shocked than anyone...believe me) I'm actually enjoying it!  Bearing in mind it's only day 4 so there is PLENTY of room for reversion, however at this precise moment I'm feeling pretty bloody wonderful.  I'm also learning to ignore the arrogant gym goers who can run for an hour without breaking a sweat whilst I'm already breathless just from the walk from my house to the fitness centre! But, like I said, we shall see how long this actually lasts for...

Anyway, moving on nicely from this little update, I recently read a blog post on HelloGiggles about 43 simple ways to make yourself happy. Usually, I don't really give in to these kind of posts as they are usually full of tips such as 'drink plenty of water' or 'partake in a yoga class'...things that everyone knows they should do but don't. However, this post was different, if you click on the link you'll see ideas such as:

*Treat yo' self to a new lip balm

*Listen to rainy mood whilst reading a magazine from cover to cover

*Google old school love letters.

The list goes on but you get the idea...it's full of realistic little ideas to pick yourself up!

My favourite one, however, was, Make a playlist consisting solely of songs you liked in 7th grade (or Year 8 to us Brits.) This, is just fantastic.  I have compiled a list of 5 of my favourite songs from when I was growing up and what I have been doing is playing these songs on my way to gym and believe me...it has worked so much better than all that rubbishy trance music they usually advertise on those 'running tracks' compilation cd's.  These are my current 5 marvellous motivators.

1.) TLC - No Scrubs

Those who know me well will know that this is my favourite song of ALL TIME. I remember this being played at school discos and such and then I rediscovered it a couple of years ago.  I request it on every night out, if we go to karaoke I will have already put my name down for it and I put it onto EVERY playlist I ever make and I am still not bored of it. It is honestly honestly the most sassiest and catchiest song I know.  It just makes me so happy.

2.) Destiny's Child - Bills, Bills, Bills

There seems to be a running theme of  R&B U.S girl bands of the nineties and noughties.  They are so much better than any British girl band and nobody can deny it.  This song is very self explanatory: sass, feminism and Beyonce. Winning combination.

3.) Pat Benatar - Love is a Battlefield

13 Going on 30 has to be my favourite childhood film, I have never got bored of watching it and this song features in it.  It is definitely a 'pick up your hair brush dance around your bedroom' song which is still completely acceptable at the age of 21.  Again, it just puts a great big grin on my face.  Thanks Pat Benatar you Queen.

4.) Backstreet Boys - Everybody

 This has always been the best BB song (I'm sure many will agree) however, I think the real reason I have been loving it recently is because last month, Kat and I were lucky enough to watch Backstreet Boys live. After a couple of ciders and a bit of sun I can honestly say I haven't felt as happy as I was in the moment when they played this song in a long time. We literally danced like no one was watching and we didn't give a f***. It was great.

5.) Fleetwood Mac - Everywhere

I'm lucky enough to have a dad with impeccable music taste which meant that I was introduced to bands such as Fleetwood at a young age. Stevie Nicks is one of my all time heroes and unlike quite a few of their songs, it is impossible to feel down when listening to this gem.

So those are my top 5 motivational tracks that have been on repeat this week. Any bets on how long this new found energy in me will last? I give it a week...

TTFN!