I don’t want to disappoint you guys, but there will be no Nerdy Things Thursday post this week.
Sorry. Personal things in my life have encroached upon my blogging and I just can’t bring myself to wax poetic about the “quirks” of my husband this week.
This post is going to be about ME.
I’ve recently realized that I can’t remember the last time that I did something just to make me happy. I’m always working or going and doing but it’s never for me. It’s always for someone else. If I had to list my one main character flaw, it’s that I would do *anything* to make other people happy. I live to serve, if you will.
I don’t think it’s a bad thing to derive happiness from the joy of others. But sometimes, you just gotta live for you.
So, I have decided to revamp my life and my priorities. I’m tired of trying to always make someone else happy. I want to be that someone else.
Now here’s the question: What will make me happy? Well, there are a lot of things. But number one on the list is to be happy with my self. So, I’m going to get healthier. I’m going to start working out. I’m going to do my best to be my best and I’m not doing it for anyone but me.
One of my blog idols shared her weight loss story here. I’m taking a lot of tips from her.
This is going to have to come in phases or it will be an insurmountable task.
Phase One started today: Drink nothing but water. That’s where the Smart Water comes in. I’m also starting to take a multivitamin.
Phase Two will begin next week: Work out at least three times per week. I’m going to join the local YMCA. And I’m going to stick with it.
Phase Three will begin shortly thereafter: Count calories daily and start to eat smaller (and healthier!) portions.
I’ll keep you updated as things move along. I need all the support I can get, so keep me in your thoughts and prayers. This is going to be tough.
You are in my prayers for sure. We are trying to do the whole body cleanse/weight loss thing over here as well. I'm on day four of drinking nothing but water and I feel like I'm drowning myself.
If you're interested in a fitness class–try Zumba—I really like mine. It's super fun.
Gosh – I'm on a weight loss journey too. Lots of water does help. Best of luck & do take the time to do wonderful things for yourself! Make sure you put yourself on your own 'to do' list.
I'm so excited for you sis! I think that is amazing. I want you to know that i am on the same journey and we can do it together! (this baby weight is killing me) Brad and i are trying new recipes so i will try and post some of them. I am trying to only drink water, have portion control, and have no sugar! Its hard but i know you and i can do it! You should try deep water aerobics. i know it sounds like something old women do but i LOVE IT! you get such a great work out with no impact on your body! you come out feeling so great! Good Luck and keep me updated!