The title of this blog is pretty self-explanatory – you
gotta love yourself no matter where you find yourself in life. It sounds so
cliché, but absolutely true. I think this is probably one of the
key “truths” I have learned in my short life… particularly when it comes to how
I view my body.
I have been a lot of shapes and sizes – having had a couple
of children guarantees that experience. After having the last (absolutely
beautiful) baby, I had about 40 pounds to lose to get to where I am today. As
of today, I still have about 10 pounds to lose (in the next 6 weeks - eek)
before I cross the stage for the Toronto Super Show. Here is the key though – I
am perfectly happy with how I am today. I look in the mirror right now and I
like what I see… even without the 6-pack. Yes, of course I will enjoy seeing
those abs come in, but I don’t need them to define me.
You will still be you when you reach your goals. If you
don’t find a way to be happy now, you will be very disappointed when you finally
reach your goals. More muscle, or less fat cannot make you happy. You will have
developed some character in pursuing your goals, but there is no magic bullet
to make everything in your life perfect. I think the first step in that process
is learning to be grateful for today, for where you are now, and the gifts you
have been given in life. For instance, I am truly grateful for a body that can
run, jump and do a solid 25 military push-ups (there was a time when I could do
maybe two). Being grateful for what my body can do now allows me to celebrate
who I am today. Being grateful right now also removes the anxiety surrounding “weight
loss” or “muscle gain” so I can enjoy the process.
Be grateful. Enjoy the journey. Love yourself today.
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