Jun. 24, 2007 - ~* Staying Focused - The "D" Word * ~
It's been approximately 10 mos. since I started my weight-loss journey...again. But, for the first time ever, I'm still motivated and actually enjoying myself after this long of a stretch. I think there are a several reasons for this:
1) I asked God to give me a heart change towards food. While it wasn't an overnight thing, He really has done just that. I realize that more food doesn't satisfy my heart or make my body feel better. More Jesus, less food, and more exercise does.
2) I haven't tried to do the impossible. By that I mean, so often when we begin our weight loss journey's, we want to lose everything overnight, so we are super strict to the point of ridiculous and then we find we hate the journey...and we quit. Several times throughout this process, I started to lose the joy or we were in super hectic/stressful situations, so I allowed myself to go on maintenance. That did two things: kept me "on program", while giving me a bit more lee-way...which in turn caused me to relax and start enjoying the process. Which, gave me the respite I needed to tighten the belt again and go for another stretch.
3) I finally have come to terms with the fact that this is a life-time journey and process. I will always need God's help with my food-loss journey and I will always have to stay on guard, even during times of maintenance. But, I'm good with that.
4) Being blessed to belong to a small on-line weight loss group. We laugh together, cry together, pray together, encourage each other...and it's made all the difference in the world!
5) Oh, and one more thing....the "D" word isn't part of my vocabulary...dieting is temporaray...the journey I am on...it's for life.
Celebrating 40+ lbs gone....a changed heart...and an ongoing positive outlook. With Christ's help and strength...I CAN get the rest of those lbs off...AND keep on with this healthier lifestyle journey.
weight loss dieting ~*Sheryl*~
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Comments
Jun. 24, 2007 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Tiany
Great post!!! I am on the very same journey and you are such an inspiration!!! Thank you for sharing, I will keep you in prayer as you continue this life long commitment/ journey!
Blessings,
Tiany
Jun. 24, 2007 - Untitled Comment
Posted by wardssward
Way to go, Sheryl! May God continue to guide you along this weight-loss journey. It's so encouraging to hear about your success. You've probably heard this saying, but it is so true: "Eat to live... not live to eat." It sounds like you've found this balance.
~Connie
Jun. 25, 2007 - the d word
Posted by annie
You're doing so great!
