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I came across this verse and a revelation jumped out that will give you a mindset reframe in your health journey.

"Physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things..." 1 Timothy 4:8

Here's what came to mind when I read that:

What does that mean?

It means that health happens first on the level of identity: your mindset, beliefs and values.

Super practically, you can think of identity as "the story you tell yourself... about yourself".

Most people tell themselves stories about their health that are rooted in shame. It's what drives them to try that diet or to join that gym. On top of that, most of the health/fitness industry spreads the "not good enough" story to sell stuff.

There is a better way. As you come before God and grow in your union with Him, He bestows on you value and identity that reshapes your beliefs (the story you tell yourself). Instead of the "not good enough" shame story, He speaks straight to the core and calls you into fullness. He ushers you into a higher form of living and plants a conviction in you of your intrinsic value and belonging.

The result?

You begin to value your life in new ways.
You start to take joyful ownership over your body and well-being.

Slow and steady, you start to make confident choices that align with who you are and who you're becoming.

You go from "I need to lose 15 pounds" to "I need energy and strength to raise up my family and leave a legacy".

Instead of a frustrating uphill battle, health becomes a natural overflow of a purposeful life.

Remember:
spiritual → physical
​identity/beliefs → behavior

Do the internal work of identity and watch your health transform.

all love, ​
TOMMY
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​007 // Redefining Health for a Meaningful Life​
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​011 // Why Your Thoughts Matter for Health ​
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