Let’s be honest…

This time of year is when a lot of people quietly say to themselves:

A lot of people believe cardio is the magic answer for burning calories. But if we’re being honest, the real powerhouse behind a healthy metabolism isn’t how long you spend on a treadmill — it’s how much muscle you carry.

We’re officially in that weird stretch of the year when the Halloween candy isn’t gone yet, Thanksgiving is coming fast, and everyone’s saying, “I’ll start in January.”

Most people accept how they feel… as how they feel.

Tired? Must be age.

Bloated? Must’ve been that one meal.

Energized? Guess it’s just a “good day.”

Everyone’s chasing the magic pill — that quick fix that promises big results. But the truth? Real, lasting change comes from small, consistent actions over time. That’s where trigger sessions come in.

For this week’s Mindset Monday — and with October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month — my amazing wife, Melissa, wanted to share her story: