In case you are new:
Each week we are given two challenges. These challenges will start on Sunday (usually) and go through the following Saturday. (click here to learn more about our weekly challenges)
At the end of the week, we will each write a post explaining our experiences with the challenges.
BE HONEST. If you failed the challenge, tell us why. If you rocked it, tell us how. Most importantly, tell us how you feel about it.
This week's challenges
Physical Challenge: This week, along with your usual workouts, we want you to try something new!
Never lifted weights before? This is your week. Want to go rock climbing? We want you to, too! Thinking about trying those exercise videos on YouTube? Please please please capture that one on camera. Or at least give it a try. This is your week to try that pole dancing class, do some Tai Chi in a park, or sign up for some Hot Yoga. It doesn't matter what it is- as long as it's new for you!
Self Esteem Challenge: Confidence is attractive. Plus it feels good. This week we're going to take a step in that direction by accepting compliments without self-deprecation.
What is self-deprecation? Here is Wikipedia's definition of that word: Self-deprecation is the act of belittling or undervaluing oneself
Oh heck no. Not this week. This week, whenever someone gives you a compliment, believe them.
"Receiving a compliment can be somewhat embarrassing. It is often difficult to know how to respond to a compliment. Many people naturally look away from the person paying the compliment, invalidate the compliment by saying it isn't true or give a half-hearted thank you. These reactions not only insult the person paying the compliment but don't encourage anyone to pay you more compliments in the future!"
- How to Accept a Compliment, By kdavidson, eHow Contributing Writer
"An enthusiastic "thank you" often needs no qualifier. Don't add "but it really wasn't that good" — just stop with gratitude. You'll still sound polite and gracious. And you'll avoid the cycle of self-snark that can be really dangerous, especially with looks-based compliments (ie. "My hair doesn't look great, it looks horrible." "No, my hair is horrible")."
-Kate Harding, Jezebel
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Love our weekly challenges? Here's some good news!
You Can Participate!
We'd love the company!
Here's what you need to do:
* Spend your week working on these challenges.
* Write a post about your experience.
* Link it up next Saturday.
We are excited to see you there!
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