Today I've had a good day! There were moments but these passed, sometimes with the ear of a listening friend and words that calmed or guided me, sometimes by doing something for others and sometimes by doing something for me. It's so easy to get caught up on what's wrong, and interestingly I often … [Read more...]
Magic Fairies
Since acknowledging my return to the Weight Watchers way of losing weight I've felt myself lighten up about it all. Once more there is balance as to what I'm doing and why! It's not about the scales at all - yep, I forgot that! It's about life and living what I'd love, and being in the world as … [Read more...]
Returning to the Scales
Today I'm watching myself comparing me to everyone and everything else, especially regarding my weight loss efforts. I've realized that I have to acknowledge where I am and what I need to do, particularly to acknowledge my lifestyle, my age, my circumstances and what I want. I've been disappointed … [Read more...]
The Mandala
Last weekend I got the chance to be involved in creating my own mandala. The reason: a good friend's birthday; the people: a group of friends and the theme: what this year will be about - a mini vision board if you will. What a lovely afternoon we had! Each creation was different, each very special … [Read more...]
The New Routine
Last week I watched my daily routine begin to create itself. I gained an appreciation of excuses I'd heard but never could relate to. And I really got that if I want a new result I have to do whatever it takes to make it happen. Giving myself an extra half hour either end of the day has made a big … [Read more...]
Small Signs of Success
Today I got a compliment and the comment that whatever I'm doing, to keep doing it! As yet I can't see the difference, but I probably have the most critical eye (and inner critical voice, I will add). So just what is that I am doing? I think I need to view it objectively and acknowledge it for … [Read more...]
The Rule of 15
Today I had to be reminded why I'm doing these posts and what I want to bring to the world as a result. Weight loss is so often fraught with rules, competition and comparisons that sometimes make it hard and sometimes don't help. My motivation in sharing the weight loss journey is to show that it … [Read more...]
The Start
It's time! For too long I've been saying "I'm going to...(did you hear the "one day" in there?) And that time is now. The straw finally broke the camel's back. This week I made the choice to feel great again, to get back to that healthy weight when I felt my best and to get my blog, workshop and … [Read more...]