Guest guest Posted July 6, 2001 Report Share Posted July 6, 2001 > But, that is a major change within myself, to think that I do > deserve the best in life, not just what comes my way. So, thank you shannon, > and all of you who have supported me, it has been a long time coming, but it > is happening. Temera, I am a big believer in the fact that you truly have to change from the inside out in order for those outside changes to start happening! I struggled for years and years with eating disorders and exercising compulsively, all in search of that 'perfect' body! Everything I did was only for the physical, on the inside I was miserable and hated who I was....so that even when I was my thinnest, I couldn't even appreciate it! When I started doing Tae-Bo and heard talking about changing from the inside-out, for some reason it hit me and I truly HEARD what he was saying to me, and more importantly I started listening and focusing on those inner changes, instead of how much weight I was losing! Which is exactly when I started to see all those physical changes! So, I totally understand what you are saying And, I am glad that you are finally focusing on your inner strength and beauty and that you are realizing that you are a special and unique person who DESERVES to be happy because you are you When you are able to realize that you are more than your physical self (and the 100, 150, 200, 250 lbs that you carry around) and when you can start loving yourself from the inside......then you will start to see changes on the outside! And because you are doing it for more than the physical results, you will be able to handle the roadblocks that get thrown at you from time to time! Sure, you will still have struggles along the way, but because your motivation is rooted more deeply than simply losing a few pounds (it's based on how you are FEELING and how much STRONGER you are getting, etc)...you are less likely to throw in the towel and more likely to keep plugging along I am so happy for you, Temera Good luck with your workout this morning! I can relate to that, too....it's 5:15am and I'm heading to the gym....LOL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 6, 2001 Report Share Posted July 6, 2001 Howdy all!! Hello all~ I worked out everyday on my vacation, in the gym as well as hiking, and I actually managed to stick to my ww points. I actually went over most days, but ended up under or even every day since I was working out. So in the end, I lost 4 pounds on my vacation, and I measured myself when I came back and lost 8 inches since June 16!! I have finally hit my 20lbs. lost and it feels so good!!! For my last brag, I went shopping before I left and was down 2 sizes and actually bought a short skirt that fit a little snug. Well, I waited until the last night we were in Hawaii to finally get up the nerve to wear the skirt, and guess what, it was way too big. I actually took it off at the end of the night without unzipping or unbuttoning it!!! YES!!! My friends were in amazement. It feels so good to be shrinking. Welcome back, Temera! You have so much to be proud of! I am so happy for you about the physical accomplishments. I know next school year will be tough for you, but you can do it! You are very strong! Your description of your hikes in Hawaii makes me want to go there. It sounds so beautiful! Elena Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 6, 2001 Report Share Posted July 6, 2001 " Hello all~ I am back from my wonderful vacation in Kauai!! It was so beautiful!! We had a great time, I of course cried as I left my kids, and I missed them tremendously, " Temera, It's great to hear from you! I'm so glad you had a wonderful vacation, you really deserved it! You are doing fantastically well on your fitness on weight loss journey, and I want to congratulate you! I admire your dedication in switching to working out in the morning (something that I've tried often, and still cannot manage!). I'll be somewhat in the same boat as you starting in September, because I still have 2 courses to go to get my MBA degree. I'm planning on taking one for the fall semester and another one for the winter semester. It's going to take extra discipline to maintain what I have gained (and the weight that I have lost) in the last few months. However, this MBA is very important to my career, as I do not want to practice pathology for the rest of my life... Janick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 6, 2001 Report Share Posted July 6, 2001 Oh elena thanks and yes it was goregous, I will post pics when I get them if that is alright, and you can see what I had to hike through!!! Temera Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 6, 2001 Report Share Posted July 6, 2001 thanks janick and you go. You will do great. i have to say that I am not tired and it is late afternoon. I am usually really tired by now. Maybe it will kick in in a few days I hope not. good luck to you and furthering your career is always a good move and I hope you enjoy it, I am anxious to get this last year over with. I dream of graduation. it took me 6 1/2 years to complete my undergrad and I did not walk, so this is a big deal for me and my parents and family. they are going to be beside themselves, I was the one who barely graduated from high school and then had a baby my first year of college. Anyway, I cannot wait!! I must say it is amazing to think back to my mentality a few months ago, what a change. I am anxious to get home and TB. I have finally kicked myself into gear with that and the weightloss and walking has helped me feel better doing TB. Anyway, take care and keep up the great work. Temera Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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