“That’s just the trouble with me, I give myself very good advice, but I very seldom follow it.” – Alice in Wonderland
I guess Alice said it best. I think that quote describes me almost too well. It’s a work in progress, but that’s beside the point. I have been trying to talk myself into all the healthy and low calorie foods. I eat it and feel good which is what I would hope for. However, I feel the constant urge to rebel and go to Taco Bell and eat something bad for me! I can’t help it! The commercial for that new $5 box is on every five minutes! Maybe it’s because I’m one of those people that will do the exact opposite of what people want. If I asked you what color shoes you liked better between pink and blue, and you said the pink, I would probably go with the blue (Even though pink is my favorite color). I scare myself sometimes…. Or maybe I’m having such a hard time controlling my willpower because the media can show a weight loss pill commercial right after that Taco Bell commercial. What is this world coming to?!
I am eating healthy though and in turn I am feeling pretty healthy too. I can also say I haven’t crumbled under pressure yet! It’s crazy to finally realize just how terrible I ate before this competition. I am so grateful to my mom who has been my main support so far and a fantastic cook to boot! Although if she tells me to eat salad one more time I might lose it! She is my rock though, and I wouldn’t be as strong if it wasn’t for her. I hope I can stay strong throughout this competition and I hope all this hard work pays off. I’m ready for a fresh start on life!
Casie – I think you found the difference between “willpower” and “determination.” I think willpower is passing up the cookie or bag of chips (or Taco Bell) in the short term. I think determination is pressing on for the long haul. We all need both. You are finding that you have determination. Or maybe, as you described yourself, in your case it’s stubbornness! Whatever you call it, take it and run with it. You’ll be glad you made the changes in the long run. You can do it, even though it’s hard sometimes.
Casie, you have not given yourself enough credit…!!! I see how how hard you work and the bottom line is you are losing weight and inches the correct way. Anyone can buy a diet pill, shake, meal, or whatever…but they are not learning how to eat properly. Who would have ever thought my beautiful daughter would eat grilled carrots!!! I am so proud of you and I will always be by your side…even with a salad…
I am so proud of you sis, I wish I had the will power to make such healthy changes. You are making it your life, not just this contest, and that makes you the biggest winner. I love seeing how well you are doing every week. Now kick my butt into gear please.