I almost hesitate to share this goal because the last thing I want to do is offend anyone, especially on my personal blog, which I try to stay positive and happy. The truth is though, that I really want to share significant and inspirational goals, as well as the fun stuff. I know how weight can be such an emotional topic for almost all women, and probably most men too. So please know, that I am not trying to imply that anyone bigger, smaller, or the same size as me needs to lose 30 pounds.
My reasons for giving myself this goal are many, but mostly because in the 11 years that I have been a mother (I say 11 because you really become a mother when you get pregnant), my focus shifted from myself to my children. This is a good thing, but as they get older and more independent, I am starting to realize that they need to see Mommy work on making positive personal changes. They need to watch and talk with me about being healthy, active, and optimistic. In the past decade I have spent so much mental energy learning how to distract myself from stress & drama. I am not a drinker, a smoker, or a drug user, but I am an emotional eater. Pizza, soda, and candy bars take the edge off of a bad day. Junk food is cheap and working out hurts.
I'm not ok with living like this forever though. I feel like I'm young enough to really benefit from healthful living in the long run. Not that you can't benefit from becoming healthy at any age, but I would love to avoid a chronic illness. Health and nutrition are so important, and if I can manipulate my future to have a sharp mind, a peaceful spirit, and an able body, than sign me up!
I'm not going to pretend that a huge secondary push here isn't a driving factor in this goal. I want to wear what I want, and feel pretty and flirty. It's hard to fake confidence. I plan on getting married in a few years, and I want to strive to be beautiful inside and out. It doesn't really matter what size you are as long as you are happy with yourself...beauty will radiate. I think that by actively paying attention to my nutrition and fitness level will make me start to feel pretty.
A transition like this takes time. There is a lot of mental work to do as well. I am giving myself until December 12 to complete this goal. It needs to be done in a healthy and sane way. It's not all or nothing. This is most definitely a lifestyle change that I have to be comfortable sticking with in the long run. I really want to be a hot girlfriend, and a healthy mom. This will make me feel beautiful.
5 comments:
Good for you! It's important to worry about yourself and do what's right to make you feel at your best.
Last summer I lost 35 pounds. I was just on the verge of being considered "overweight" but not quite there. However, the weight was there from some rather tough years of battling depression that led to a food addiction. Which, every time I stepped on the scale, was what I was reminded of.
I lost the weight for me, but at the same time I lost it for my fiance. I wanted to be hot in his eyes, and I knew I wouldn't be if I wasn't in my own.
I am SO happy that I did it. It was so worth it. I wish you the same success!
Hey Nicole.....weight loss is always a tough subject.....One of my goals is to lose 20 more lbs.....I am getting a lot of grief from my family and friends about it bc they think I am obsessed with weight loss...I try to explain that i am just not at the point where I am happy with the way I look...My ultimate goal is to be healthy and fit.....Good luck with your weight loss goal...Take your time and be safe and healthy.....Also, I have started writing you a letter...I hope to mail it in the next couple of days......
Amy, I can't hardly wait for your letter! Really at the end of the day, you have to be honest with yourself about what is your healthy "happy weight". You will know when you are there. As long as you are being safe and realistic, it is nobodies business how much you lose. Good luck!
Ashley, Congrats on your achievement last summer!! It's super hard to lose weight. You should feel proud. I definitely look up to people that can lose a lot of weight the healthy way. Slow and steady wins the race!
I think you have really good reasons for setting your goal. It is soo true that you need to set good examples for you kids. I recently saw my 13 year old cousin post something on facebook where she really puts herself down about her looks. Then my Aunt (her mother) did the exact same thing! It made me so sad!
I wish you so much luck with this!!
Thanks Jamie!
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