I define loving Adult as part of us that is open to learning from and connected with a spiritual source of love, wisdom and guidance. It is part of us that takes loving action in our own behalf, nurtures us when we feel fear and grief, and operates from truth from Spirit rather than from lies of our wounded self – our ego. Just as children can manage loss when there is a loving adult to help them, child in us can manage loss when we have a strong, spiritually connected loving Adult self to help us. As a loving Adult we know we are never alone. We know we are always being loved, sustained and guided by a spiritual Source.

It is often not enough to have a strong religious or spiritual connection. If you have not been using that connection to develop your loving Adult self, then there is no part of you to bring love and comfort to yourself when you most need it, and no part of you that can take loving action for yourself, especially when things are overwhelming.

People who have nervous breakdowns are people who are not operating from a loving Adult in their everyday lives. They are able to function as long as things go well, but when things fall apart, as they often do in life, these people may also fall apart. Without a loving Adult to bring love and truth of Spirit to them, they end up feeling too alone to manage loss.

The Inner Bonding process we teach is a very powerful process for developing a strong loving Adult self. When Inner Bonding is practiced consistently, loving Adult naturally develops. We all can develop enough personal power and a deep enough spiritual connection to sustain us during difficult times. We don’t have to be at mercy of life’s challenges. Practicing 6 Steps of Inner Bonding is like putting money in bank for when it might be needed. The more you practice process and develop loving Adult, easier it is to handle life’s big challenges as they arise.

Take a week or two and try a few different times during day to move. When you have a feeling of which time feels best, make a note of that time. Consistency breeds results – and we all want results!

After you settle on your own best time for your workout, try to do it same time each day (consistency is key). We are working on creating a good habit. And good habits are hard to break.

Be kind to yourself. Making a lifestyle change does take time and consistency. Take your time and begin to enjoy your new healthy habit.Get up~Get Out~Get Going! When it is best for you.

Your fitness host on The PATH, Natalie Freund