As of lately I've been really struggling with myself and how I feel about my body. After realizing that is one thing I do struggle with the most, I decided that it was time to stop the negative thinking and change it to positive thinking.
I've read plenty of health affirmations that are guided to keep my on track and feeling positive. I've been looking at positive posts from other weight loss blogs. I've even been talking with my friends and my family about what I want to do and my goals for fitness. The truth is, that even after all that the struggle is real. It's not something that I can change over night, and I know that. I just have to remember that I can't give up and there is hope as long as I keep up with things and keep myself going.
One of the things I've noticed is helping is that I pick out the outfit I want to wear for the next day. That day that I put it on, if I'm worried at all about how I look; I remind myself that I am beautiful and look amazing. I'm able to talk myself out of changing into something else (more than one wardrobe change happens sometimes), and kept on with what I was wearing. This seems to be helping.
Every time I look in my fridge or pantry, I remind myself that my body is a temple and what I put in it, is also what I get out of it. The more negative, bad crap foods I eat, the worse I will feel. The better I eat, the better I feel. I've been trying to eat veggies and fruits more, but I could still stand to eat more of them. Thanks to my friend Kiki, I remembered how much I love ants on a log as a healthy snack. After all, it's just some peanut butter, raisins, and celery. Can't go wrong there.
I'm also trying to remind myself that I can and will love my body as it changes. There's nothing negative about losing weight and being healthy. All it will create is a happier and healthier me, and I see nothing wrong with that. It's a struggle to stay positive during weight loss and love the body as it changes, but I am trying. All I can do is try, and not give up.
What do you do to love your body?
It's been a struggle for me as well. I've been trying to lose 20lbs for quite some time and just like you I'm trying. It's all you can do but it seems as though you're doing a good job so far.
ReplyDeleteI have always had weight issues. While I am comfortable with my weight now, it hasn't always been that way. The key for me is working out - A LOT.
ReplyDeleteMy weight is always all over the place because of babies. But, now that I'm pretty sure I'm doing with babies, I need to work on it more. Eat better and work out way more than I do.
ReplyDeleteI've had an ongoing problem with body image for as long as I can remember. I've learned something over the years, though. Just because I'm not a supermodel doesn't mean I'm not attractive, and it doesn't make me less of a woman. It just means I won't get paid to wear a bathing suit. I'm okay with that!
ReplyDeleteI've got some winter weight to get off but when I need some self esteem, I buy beauty products or clothes that fit the now me. Not clothes I used to could have worn back in the summer.
ReplyDeleteI admire how honest and open you are about your struggles, but do know that you aren't alone and that we tend to put too much pressure on ourselves. As a person who has lost about 80 pounds, I learned to really embrace the present and not have tunnel vision about the future. Enjoy your journey and always believe in yourself. You're doing great!!!
ReplyDeleteHaving too much extra weight sucks. I am working on shedding some weight too. It's hard. Amber N
ReplyDeleteI really thought your post was inspiring - especially ' my body is a temple and what I put in it, is also what I get out of it' - because I grew us being taught this - I lost 8 pds (5 to go) and I will remember to love myself enough to stick to it - thank you - because I know I'll just feel better all the way around!
ReplyDeleteI love my legs. That might sound a little crazy, but I run a lot, and my legs are so much stronger than the rest of my body! (I'm working on my arms and abs now.)
ReplyDeleteI walk a lot so my legs are also pretty strong compared to the rest of my body. I really need to work on my arms as well.
DeleteI have always had weight issues but I am accepting that now. I love my legs: I find they are the best part
ReplyDeleteI try to find clothes that make me feel good with my shape. I am trying to eat healthier this year.
ReplyDeleteI like to find clothes that make me feel good about myself and feel beautiful. An occasional massage doesn't hurt either.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great post. I haven't loved my body in a very long time. I am trying to change that, but managing pain and illnesses take a lot out of me.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a great post! When I look back at pictures I thought I looked "fat" in at the time I realize how off my brain can be. I need to be better at appreciating my body and all the different curves I have. It is so easy to get down on ourselves.
ReplyDeleteI said that at a lot of photos from a few years ago. Now here I am wishing I could be that girl again.
DeleteThis is such a great post. I've learned to love my body no matter what. I've never been overweight, but I have still have thoughts about things I don't like about myself. The best thing to do is just accept yourself for who you are. It's about what's on the inside and not the outside.
ReplyDeleteI think we are our own worst critics. I struggle with weight as well. Good luck on your journey
ReplyDeleteI've learned that when it comes to loosing weight, you need to at first love your body. Good luck in the future!
ReplyDeleteBeing body positive can be very hard. But once you can accomplish that, you feel like you can accomplish anything!
ReplyDeleteI've had problems loving my body as well. I just try to remember that there is more to me than what is in the mirror.
ReplyDeleteI try to drink as much water as possible, since I know it helps my skin as well as my weight goals. It can get really hard being healthy, but I know I feel better!
ReplyDeleteI love your honesty. Self talk is so important. I find as women we tend to be so hard on ourselves. I practice the same philosophy. The better I eat, the better I feel.
ReplyDeleteIt is so hard to always eat healthy. I have good days and bad days. I am going to try reminding myself that my body is a temple for my soul. I used to always say that years ago. Great advice! Have a great weekend! nancy
ReplyDeleteAtta girl, you understand it's not a quick fix. I struggle too and I just can't put my finger on why. I never used to have this problem and I get so depressed sometimes. We just gotta keep swimming :)
ReplyDeleteIt's so hard to get and maintain the shape we think we should have. I struggle with that a lot too. I try to do fitness classes 3 or 4 times a week to maintain mine, and when I miss a class, it really bothers me.
ReplyDeleteIt is so hard to maintain when you get to a goal weight. Finding ways to make a clean slate when you fall off track is important.
ReplyDeleteI used to love all sorts of things about my body but the older I get the less I find to love. it's a struggle.
ReplyDeleteI struggled for the longest time with my body image. It wasn't until a couple of years ago that I started to accept my body for what it was. And it wasn't until after I had my third child that I started to love my body for the way it is.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you're on the right track, and big woohoo to you for it. I like junk every now and again but it ALWAYS leaves me feeling sluggish, tired, and wondering why I partook. ;)
ReplyDeleteI'm working on making myself healthier as well. Good luck, I know you can do it!
ReplyDeleteI have a big issue with my body image because no matter what I see in the mirror, when I walk away, I think I'm 50 pounds lighter. That's my problem, I'm in huge denial of my body size until I try to put on real clothes or take photos. I don't keep junk food in my house and if I do, I take time to portion it out into individual servings, so if I do indulge, I know how much I eat. Good luck in your journey. I'm rooting for you! :)
ReplyDeleteI am finally exercising regularly. I also try to make good food choices for the most part.
ReplyDeleteI try to eat healthy and exercise. I feel better when I treat my body better.
ReplyDeleteI am struggling with this question every day. What women doesn't. Do men think about this as much as we do.
ReplyDeleteIt nice to see you inspire yourself during your weight loss journey. I am overweight, but I have accepted my body and am a lot happier. I only wish I had done this earlier.
ReplyDeleteI;m trying to take better care of myself!
ReplyDeleteI started working out and eating better. We must do all we can to change what we don't like. I want to wear a bathing suit this summer to my nieces party at the water park so I'm woking on these thighs honey. Let's go!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing! I think so many struggle with that, including myself. I've recently started going to the gym though.
ReplyDeleteI've always struggled with gaining weight until recently! My whole life people would pick on me for being stick thin! Thankfully when I got older I made a career out of it and walked runway shows... Now that I'm I my 30's.... I don't struggle with any weight issues but I actually gain weight now lol.... Working out keeps me looking nice and toned ;-)
ReplyDeleteI'm glad that you are making extra effort to love the body you have. We all go through changes in our lives and that includes what our bodies look like. I find that remembering the good and having a spirit of gratitude helps.
ReplyDeleteI struggle with this every day. I am trying to love my body every day.
ReplyDeleteI have struggles with my weight loss since last year as well... :( I guess I am not alone.
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