This morning, as I was sipping my coffee, it occured to me that I have so much more support in this journey than I ever realized. I always just assumed I had myself, my husband, my sister and one good friend that really cared about my weight loss. Less than a handful of people that were there to give me kudos, encourage me when I'm feeling down, and watch the transition.
That's how it was the first time around when I was losing weight.
But this time it seems different. I realize now, it's because I'm being more open about it. Normally I'm a pretty private person, but I've been finding myself telling different groups of friends that I'm trying to get healthy...and the rewards from that are already showing. If I post that I had a great workout on facebook, for example, I get a lot of positive reinforcement from people I normally wouldn't expect getting it from. It really is wonderful.
The lesson here for me is that I really do need to open up more to those around me. I tend to be very friendly to anyone I meet, but I rarely open myself up to them on a personal level. I'm not sure where this stems from...if it was learned from my mom, a result of low self esteem...? But I am going to put an effort into getting a bit more personal with people. I can only benefit from this as there is something so amazing about conecting with people and feeling close to them.
It's funny how when you try to whip your body into shape, you naturally start working on your mind too...I think it's the only way to truely feel healthy.
Yesterday I went to the gym after work...did 30 minutes of cardio and then some weights. It felt great. I made great eating choices all day...even avoided snacking on anything while spending over 2 hours at Starbucks with a girlfriend! Just had a skinny Hazelnut latte...yum. And then an americano....wonder why I was up half the night? lol.
Today I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to fit in the gym...but I'm going to try. I'm babysitting for a friend tonight...but maybe I can squeeze in a quick workout before hand.
Tomorrow morning I am going to weigh in. Good or bad, I'll post the results right away!
Then I'm hitting Niagara on the Lake for the Peach Festival! Yum!~ Peaches and wine...two of my favorite things :)
Have a great one!
Jamie
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I've found the same thing this time around on the weight loss train - I've been opening up a lot more to friends and family, and getting support from people who are going through the same process. It really helps!
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