Walking Away from Transactional Living with Donna Thomas #189

Have you ever experienced your worth as transactional? Please meet Executive Health  coach Donna Thomas with over 30 years in the fitness industry as she shares about her parable journey embodying mental, physical and spiritual health. In this episode we discuss Donna's journey through her 60s, the challenges and joys of aging, and the importance of self-discovery and reflection. Donna shares her experiences with physical injuries, the impact of diet culture on body image, and how her faith has shaped her understanding of identity and worth. The conversation emphasizes the need for community and the freedom that comes with embracing aging as a gift.

Reflection Questions

1. Are there any areas in your life that have become transactional?

2. What 15-minute opportunity can you explore this week to become more present?
   

Takeaways

• Donna emphasizes the importance of self-discovery in your 60s.

• Aging can be a gift that brings freedom and purpose.

• Physical, mental, and spiritual health are interconnected.

• Community support is crucial during challenging times.

• Diet culture negatively impacts body image and self-worth.

• Faith can help navigate struggles with identity.

• It's important to have different conversations about health and wellness.

• Movement is essential for mental and physical well-being.

• Celebrating bodies of all shapes and sizes is vital.

• The best work in life often comes later, not earlier.

Sound Bites

• "I was mad at my body, I was mad at God."

• "These are bodies to be celebrated."

• "Aging is a gift."

• "My best work is still ahead of me."
  

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