nicjoy150 Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 When I began my whole30 journey 29 days ago, I was searching. Searching for something to help me break the spell of terrible eating habits that had taken over me the past few years. Searching for something that would redirect and quiet the constant negative self-talk. Searching for something that would resonate with me and my beliefs and lifestyle. Searching for something to end my unhealthy relationship with food. Searching for something to change me. To say I had high expectations of the program would be an understatement. What I found during the last 29 days, however, has exceeded even my loftiest goals. What I found was something better than that for which I was searching — better than a change. What I found was me. I found the me who can cook a delicious meal. I found the me who can set her mind to something and complete it. I found the me who takes time for herself. I found the me who loves her waistline. I found the me who writes. I found the me who enjoys grocery shopping. I found the me who has a blast with her friends without a sip of alcohol. I found the me who looks forward to exercise. I found the me who doesn’t give up. I found the me who feels amazing. I found the me who is confident. I found the me who is happy. This journey has become about so much more than winning a challenge at my gym or losing weight or not drinking or eating certain things for 30 days. It has become about me and reminding myself of who I am. My whole30 brought me back to me. http://trajectoryoflife.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrots&Blueberries Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Wow- congratulations! Your post gave me chills (and a huge smile ). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeadowLily Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 "This journey has become about so much more than winning a challenge at my gym or losing weight or not drinking or eating certain things for 30 days. It has become about me and reminding myself of who I am." Good one! We're not in a weight loss competition. We're not sizing each other up like they do on reality weight loss shows. It's not about how much weight you lose or maybe some gain in 30 days. It is about building a normal relationship with food and exercise. A food reset.....returning back to our original factory setttings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicjoy150 Posted October 14, 2014 Author Share Posted October 14, 2014 Thank you both! It's truly been a life-changing experience! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alissaks Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 I completely agree nicjoy150. My Whole30 ended yesterday and someone asked me why I did it. I think my response in the beginning would have been to regain some control and to pay attention and throw some weight loss in there. However, now I realize it is about being mindful and being grateful for this body that I like to talk negatively to. I am also coming back from a fairly severe back injury and have been working out again. And there have been moments when running and when I want a glass of wine, were I found myself thinking, "this is how change happens". It's often not easy but wow, what a positive effect when you come out on the other side of making good choices. I'm not exactly sure what I expected but it I know I didn't expect to appreciate my body and to like myself more than I have in years. Good for you for finishing and feeling so positive! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angelayb Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Thank you so much for this posting. I'm only on my second day, but your achievements are my goals. You've inspired me even more than I thought I already was. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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