So today as I was scrolling through other blogs, finding interest in those that are sharing this process of realizing our true inner "skinny-me", It hit me-"why am I sitting on this computer, listening to my children play in another room, when I should be moving, doing constructive things- things beneficial to my home, my family, and....my body?" It's so easy to fall into a sedentary lifestyle that benefits nothing but growth of my bum, which, thanks but no thanks I do NOT need help with. All in good humor of course. I just had to make a mental note, now a physical one, that I have people that are watching me, asking me, "how's your diet going?" I don't want my answer to be well I am having no problem with the food part, but I sat at my carcass all day. I also had to remind myself of the eyes the teeny ones that call me "mom" that watch me 24/7. Do I want my kids especially my daughter handling her body image and dealing with the same self esteem issues the way I felt I had to at one point? Do I want my children to miss out on the busy-ness of life because something caught their attention on t.v.? Most importantly do I want to watch my children struggle with health problems the way I have since gaining this weight? the answer is simple....NO and the lesson learned is.....I WILL NOT ALLOW IT! I want to be a better mom to my kids, a confident wife to my husband, and a better built temple for my God. So today I learned to do it most importantly for myself, but just as importantly for the ones I love! As for the diet today was another achievement under my belt. I started my day with some cooked egg whites seasoned w/salt and pepper and my oat bran. I had 2 turkey meat balls for lunch and another with some yogurt for a snack. Dinner is at this point undecided although I think I am going to do some lemon pepper tilapia. I caught myself twice today almost forgetting, when I gave my children some goldfish crackers, and almost slipping one in my mouth out of habit. This diet is going to be a great aide in breaking these silly habits that eventually add up and make up a sad portion of my caloric and fat intake. I of course drank my "prescribed" amount of water and had a small cup of coffee.
With that I leave you to continue this journey with me. I hope that you can look to those you love for the inspiration you may need and are lacking. Turn to your children, spouse, partner, parent(s), mostly God when you aren't sure let them be your reason. Of course do this for yourself first and foremost, but let the people you love be a motivational force when you just aren't enough for yourself. Keep chuggin' readers the train has left the station, but the journey is long and will be attained.
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