Yesterday I started reading this book called Women, Food and God and even though I’m only on chapter 2, I’ve really been able to see myself in so many of the points that have already been made.
I think about all the things I’ve learned, and about the precentages of the people who gain the weight back after losing significant amounts. I think about all the things that I’ve held back from because of my weight, or because I allowed my weight to be a crutch and a reason to doubt myself. It obviously wasn’t about the weight- but so much more. I’ve known that for a long time, but it’s interesting to see things from yet another perspective- and to see a lightbulb go off in my head.
I’ve got a lot to learn, but I am enjoying the journey- even on the days that I can’t run the marathon, but instead have to walk- the important thing is that you continue to move forward, regardless of the pace.
That forward movement isn’t until this date- or that date- it’s LIFE, and as long as I’m LIVING (REALLY LIVING) then I should be moving forward, even if it means taking baby steps, or sometimes taking one step forward after taking two back. Just move– stop living in the past– and live NOW!!