I think the straw that finally broke this hippo’s back was my friend telling me that her boyfriend referenced my weight problem during a recent conversation about HER need to trim down. What’s up with that?!? I’m a big ole bogeywoman?? The you-don’t-want-to-be-like-her anti-role model??
Obviously, it’s not enough for me to acknowledge a critical need to cut my size in half. Friends now feel free to use me as an example of what NOT to be like - a “tool” to motivate themselves and others to lose weight. EGAD…not exactly the kind of impact I want to have on people’s lives, including my own!
Well, it’s not as if I can’t face the truth. I mean, I face it every day when I look in the mirror (literally). I just haven’t managed to muster the willpower necessary to dramatically change my relationship with food (or develop one with “exercise”). However, I can’t avoid it any longer.
I’m ready to address the most significant problem in my life. I’m determined to devote the time and energy necessary to lose weight and increase my fitness. It’ll be a tough row to hoe, but I know I’ll be successful.
So, here I am. Ready to embark on this long journey. I’m sure I’ll get lost along the way. The path is full of temptation and possible missteps. However, as long as I continue moving in the right direction, I can’t help but become a healthier and happier person.
And so it begins…
I'm sorry your friends hurt your feelings like that. But if you use it as a positive step to improve your health, then you'll make something good come of it.
Good luck with your weight loss. I'm sure you'll be successful.
Posted by: Debbie | July 07, 2007 at 08:57 PM