So after getting on the scale this morning and realizing that I have hit 45 pounds lost and the fact that my clothes look weird on me- it hit me! I have done this small accomplishment!! I can actually shop for clothes that I want rather than have to sacrifice simply because of the size.
But that is not what I am focused on. Clothes or numbers on the scale are nice victories but my true victory is achieving a healthier lifestyle. No I didn't spend lots of money on it, I stopped putting stress related food/drink into my mouth, and have found simple peace by taking care of myself.
I did have every excuse in the book in the beginning- don't have the time, can't afford it, I don't think I can do that type of exercise.....etc...... But one day with the little push from one of my FRIENDS :) I jumped into this journey and I am so glad I did. I didn't have to start a second job to afford this simple program and lifestyle. I am actually saving money by planning and eating healthier. Because of that I have money now to pay off some debt and money to spend on fun things for my little Abby.
Proud to say that someone said the other day to me----"wow, you look different than I first met you, and that was like 2 months ago!". I have become very humbled but also very assertive with my new self.
I have found saying "thank you, I'm a work in progress"- most people get it! But, as with anything in life, there are critics.
Yes- I have lost some friends on this journey. But in my mind- they weren't real friends. Friends celebrate with you- not turn on you in your time of happiness of self victory.
But more importantly- I have gained some pretty awesome friends. Friends that support me in every situation- good and not so good. They celebrate with me, we make sure each other is ok, and we don't let life get in-front of us- we always but U-S first!
45 pounds- that is almost 2 of my little Abby's in weight that I have shed off of me. WOW. That is a lot that I was carrying around simply because I didn't take care of myself.
Are you taking care of yourself? Are you feeding your body with the healthy food it is asking for for fuel? Do you get your heart rate going everyday to get your metabolism going? Do you drink water? Yes- simple, FREE, WATER!
If you are interested in becoming a more healthy individual- I would love to help you.
I can promise you two things: IT DOESN'T HAPPEN OVER NIGHT or OVER ONE WEEK and if you make some small changes in your decisions everyday-YOU WILL SEE RESULTS!
contact me: betsyboo21@gmail.com or private message me on Facebook
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