What does the road to accomplishing a goal look like? It’s windy as f—, in my experience. One of my toxic traits is starting something and either not finishing it, or lacking consistency to get to the desired end result. This is exemplified in a podcast that I co-hosted, a personal blog that I started years ago, two instagram profiles (one about food, another highlighing writing and meaningful quotes) hair products I’ve used, exercising, learning to drive. The list goes on.
Things have changed within the last year. I have more will power. I desire letting go of fear and self-doubt. There are so many small things that we could do on a daily basis to improve our well-being and inch toward our goals. That’s the space I’m sitting in; welcome.
This newsletter is for any and everyone with goals. If you are worn out from letting yourself down, and curious about an honest try, you’ve come to the right place.
We are working on two goals:
Losing weight (personal reasons below). There’s power in realizing and admitting (the first step is admission) that you need to make a change. After spending the day at the park with my family, I peeped the pictures of me (see below) and had a moment where I didn’t recognize myself. This prompted a mindset change.
Getting back into the habit of writing. But let’s be real, when have I ever written consistently? We’ll change that. At least once a week, I’m aiming to publish a newsletter sharing my progress toward my goals (in the next newsletter I’ll share more about my weight loss goals), the relationship that I have with food, where my mind is at along the way, any challenges, any findings; all of the things with a sprinkle of humor, recommendations (because I like to put people on) and other tidlings.
Reasons Why I Want to Lose Weight
My thigh meat is rubbing and it’s uncomfortable.
Speaking of my thigh meat, the inner part of my legs darkened since I gained weight (and replaced waxing with shaving - another story for another day). Nonetheless, I’m over it.
I don’t like looking pregnant when I’m not pregnant.
I feel heavy and slow, and crave agility and strength.
When you don’t feel comfortable in your skin, you spend extra time thinking about ways to cover things up, or wondering if people see the things you’re insecure about, etc. I want to reclaim that time asap.
A lot of my clothes don’t fit like they used to. I want my old fits back.
Weight gain can cause so many health issues. (Diabetes is a disease that runs in my family.)
I want another child in the future. If I can’t develop a healthier lifestyle now, I won’t do it with two kids. I know myself.
Now, I’m late to one of the small things that I want to change - going to sleep earlier. Thank you for taking the time, and I’ll see you in the next one! :)
Father’s Day Picnic at the Park (1)
Father’s Day Picnic at the Park (2)
