9 Ways To Inspire Your Partner To Live A Healthier Life When They Don't Want To Change Their Schedule

Jul 13, 2018

If you've transformed your life through meditation, healthy eating, regular exercise and positive thinking, you might want nothing more than to persuade your partner to do the same thing. However, it isn't possible to force other people to do what you want them to do. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to encourage and inspire your partner to join you on your healthy journey.

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Sometimes people who used to have bad habits are the most judgmental about those who still have those habits, but judging and insults are not going to persuade anyone. Try putting yourself in their shoes and remembering how it felt when you didn't feel like doing those things either.

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Try sharing instead of criticizing. Tell them how good exercise and other habits make you feel as well as how you had to struggle to put those habits in place.

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It can be frustrating to take fitness advice from someone who just seems so cheerful about it all the time. By sharing with your partner that you don't always feel like doing that workout or making that healthy choice, you can show that you don't have to be perfect to get healthier.

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No one owes you a healthy lifestyle. It is understandable if your partner is not addressing a serious health issue and that upsets you, but otherwise you need to set aside the idea that your partner needs to get healthier for you.

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Talking about health and stress reduction is far more effective than demanding that someone lose a certain amount of weight. This also shows that you care about your partner and can give your partner the support needed to start making changes.

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Healthy eating and exercise can simply and quietly become part of your routine. You can cook healthy meals for your partner and ask your partner to join you on walks instead of sitting around watching TV.

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If your partner is showing signs of depression or burnout, this is not the right time to try to implement these changes. They just seem like another on a long list of obligations.

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Remember that living a healthy lifestyle is not just about the things you avoid. Your partner may have other wonderful qualities including kindness, a good sense of humor and generosity. You should compliment your partner on those traits and show your appreciation.

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A partner's medical situation or family history may concern you. However, even if this is the case, you can raise concerns with kindness instead of accusations.

When you have changed your life and are feeling great, you may want everyone else to do the same. It can be difficult to accept that your partner is not in the same place you are. Let us know your tips for persuading a partner to get off the couch and join you in healthy living.