I'm a Loser

.....of weight, that is. I haven't updated on my healthy lifestyle plan lately. That in itself is amazing to me. My focus on weight has changed! I don't let it consume my thoughts anymore. Of course I have to be deliberate about what I choose to eat, when I eat, and all that, but not in excess anymore. I basically eat whatever I want. Just not in excess, and there's no guilt attached. I do what makes my body function at it's best. Eating junk makes me feel like junk. I figured that out quickly. Don't get me wrong. I like junk. I just like feeling good better.

It's not really important how much I have lost so far, so I don't feel the need to share that with you at all. It's not about numbers and I can't say it's always been that way. That's the one thing I changed that has made a big impact. I can say with all honesty that my focus is not to be healthier anymore. It's not to be smaller. It's not to look better. It's not to prove something. It's simply because it's what I'm supposed to do. Eat right. Move. 2 things that have changed me. Inside and out. Why? To glorify God. Fruit of the Spirit. Self-control. All of that AND a bag of low fat chips!

Why do I know it will work this time? Well, the definition of insanity is doing something the same way over and over again, expecting a different result. This time, I am doing things completely different, and I have God on board. He's in charge. So while I don't think sharing my numbers is all that significant to you, I will share these numbers.....Philippians 4:13....I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. That, my friends, is where it's at.

I still have a long way to go as far as keeping myself on the exercise plan. I jump off from time to time. As soon as I get back into it, I absolutely love how I feel. If all else went wrong in a day, at least I moved my body!

Don't struggle with your "weight" anymore. It's really not about that at all. No matter your size, just get active and cut out a few unhealthy things. As you feel better, you'll do better. What I learned is that my plan may not work for you, and yours may not work for me. It's not about finding the perfect solution or the perfect diet at all. It's about getting it right in your spirit and knowing God will lead you where you need to go. If my lifestyle extends my life or helps me to avoid the heart disease that has taken so many of my family members, then what do I have to lose? And yet, getting healthy can't be the only reason I need to live a healthier life. It has to be God-centered.

I just took the brownies out of the oven a few minutes ago...boy do they smell good. If I want one, I will eat one. Most times I want it, but I won't eat it, and I won't feel deprived at all. Believe me, that is not MY strength at work!!

Thanks for following me and for putting up with my long posts about weight!!