The universe is talking to me.
And by the universe, I mean God.
Because the universe doesn't actually talk. That I know of. Parts of it do, like you and me who are part of the universe, but in its entirety, it doesn't seem that the universe is actually very articulate.
Unlike yours truly.
So, what I'm starting to hear loud and clear from God and those who He placed in my life, and the circumstances He's brought me to - is that this whole weight loss thing is less physical and more mental than anything else.
Not that if I just wish hard enough this is going to happen.
And not that I won't have to work very hard physically to achieve my goal.
But my hangups, my struggles, my foibles - are all more about what is going on in my head than anything else.
I've been thinking about this the past couple days after some remarks by some friends who have been here and done this. They've been very encouraging, and have got me thinking about my thinking. Oooh, metacognition in action. (Look, I'm a teacher geek!)
So if losing weight is 99% mental, then I have to ask myself if I'm strong enough mentally to do this. Do I have the mental fortitude that is needed to overcome my weaknesses?
I found an interesting web site that tackles the whole issue of overcoming food cravings and what to do to lose weight. It's brash, rude, and very in your face. I love it. You're welcome to read it, though be warned that it is strongly worded.
My favorite part of what this guy wrote is at the very end of the page. It says this:
"So don't whine to me about how hard it is for you. Do you think I will feel bad for you? I won't. You are not special. It is exactly as hard for you as it is for me and EVERYONE else. What's the difference? I have what it takes mentally. Ya know what else? You have it too. You just need to learn to use it."
Sometimes its good for me to have someone be rude and crude in their honesty. Though I really, really appreciate all of you who take my whining in stride and never make me feel bad about it. You are very kind to put up with me.
2 comments:
I think we all need both sides of the coin to really be successful. You are right in saying that weight loss (and more importantly, weight maintenance) is very much about mentality. Focus on the fact that you're taking on a lifestyle change and not just doing a diet that will eventually end. I will disagree a bit with that other blogger...you are special, but your struggle is one that many share. And, I'm proud of you. This challenge is not an easy one, but very worthwhile.
Wow!! I love what that man said, though...I needed to hear that. After my little pity party last week (which I totally appreciate you for listening) I need to shut my mouth and do something about it!! Thanks for this powerful post!
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