As per usual it’s time for the New Years Resolutions of “losing weight” “going to the gym” “get healthy” etc. Now, I’ve done the diets and I’ve done the gym memberships and shortly after I stopped. But why? My motivation was solely to lose weight-there wasn’t much else behind it.
Don’t get me wrong, there can be lots of benefits to losing weight, especially if you’re overweight. But I would beat myself up every time I missed a session or ate a candy bar or ice cream. This time it’s a little different. I’m going though health problems that I have NO IDEA how to fix. My blood work is normal. My vitals are normal. I’m not overweight. On paper, I’m the picture of health. But my body is telling me the opposite.
I’m constantly fatigued. I get bloated and nauseous after I eat. My bathroom trips aren’t the most comfortable. And my depression/anxiety has significantly subsided from what it was years ago. It is possible that what I’m experiencing is a result of my medication. It never seemed to affect me before, but side effects can begin at any time. It’s also possible that this particular symptom was masked by other serious health issues at the time.
So here is my New Year’s pledge to myself and my body:
I promise to nourish you so you can enjoy life. I promise to exercise, so you can stretch, move, and feel rejuvenated. I promise to do my best to eliminate harmful chemicals in body products/makeup-there are healthier alternatives. And most of all, I promise to be gentle and understanding of what you feel and what I say.
In an effort to kick off the New Year on the right foot, I’m giving myself a challenge. It’s not a diet. It’s not a long term plan. But I’m overeating on sugar, processed carbs and foods that aren’t healthy for me. I want to work on being healthier, cutting out the bad, and adding more good. Here is my 30-day challenge if you want to join me!
