It has been almost 2 years now since I started this journey to being healthy. I recently saw a quote that said,"A year from now you will wish you started today!" I love it because it is sooo true. Imagine if I hadn't ventured on this journey where I would be today. As I have said time and again, this isn't a journey just about weight lose but about my overall health in all areas of my life. For so long I ran from things... from my past, from my anger created during childhood, from people I feared I would disappoint, etc. Part of this journey has caused me to stop, turn around and face these demons head on! Sometimes I felt like I was about to open pandora's box. There have been alot tears but also alot of healing. I could not accomplished getting healthy in other areas of my life without going through this process. (Ex. I always felt I was the black sheep in the room no matter if I was with friends, family, or strangers. I felt ugly and unworthy of others attention. I had to ask the question... Why? It's not healthy and NOT normal to feel that way. Why do I feel unworthy and unloveable? After reflecting on my past, I figured out that it was because as a child I was REALLY bucked toothed and was constantly being made fun of at school. At home, my mom was always on me about my weight (though she provided the unhealthy lifestyle and food). The lack of a father telling me that I was beautiful. Growing up poor and having to wear hand-me-downs or thrift shop clothes and being made fun of because of it. Some very hurtful comments made by some people that I respected, etc.... Once I realized where these ideas came from I was able to gain prospective. I had to forgive those people who said and did those hurtful things realizing that they said and did those things out of their own fears and pains. I had to realize that regardless of my past I am different now. I am beautiful inside and out. I like my clothes (even though most of them came from salvation army). When I started to believe it, so did others. Now, I love hanging out with others, going to parties, feel more confident to start up a comverstation with someone I don't know and never leave a party feeling bad about myself. )
Instead of running away from things, I am running towards things. An important aspect of this journey is finding out what I want to do with my life. Let me tell you, I have put alot of thought into this. The more I prayed and thought about this I realized that Taiwan wasn't the place I needed to be. My personality, my dreams, my passions just didn't match any longer. It was like trying to fit a square in s circle. I don't regret the nine years that I have lived here but with that said it is time to move on. I will most definately be moving back to California this summer to start the next chapter of my life.
I realize that starting a family is something I will regret if I don't experience it. Whether that means I meet someone, get married and start a family that way or presue adoption is up to God but I am running after it none the less. :)
I have a growing passion to teach others about living healthy and will be taking the ACE Personal Trainer test this summer and hopefully start working as a Personal Trainer.
I have a passion to be part a church both in attendence and in service. I have struggled to feel connected in a Chinese Church here and our English Vespers is just a fellowship group.
With that said, on Monday I will start the final phase in my weight lose journey by starting the Body Revolution Program for the third time. I have gained 6.5 lbs since surgery and while on vacation which means that I have 14.5 lbs to lose to get to my goal weight. I have been reflecting the last couple of days on how I was so sucessful the first round... and have concluded that these points were what helped the most.
1. having a program to follow. (2 DVDs 6 days a week (30 minute strength in the morning and 30 minute cardio in the evening)
2.Having a "meal plan'. I was pretty good about using the recipes and portion sizes suggested in the book.
3. Having a plan. I had daily and weeking plans. When I was going to shop, cook, clean, etc. This is essential since not having the right foods or the right time will derail your efforts.
4. Using the Facebook Body Revolution support group... I was able to ask questions and get positive feedback from other going through the same thing that I was.
5. Making a video blog... It kept me accountable. There were a few people that followed me and I followed them. It is also helpful to look back see what I struggled with or where I was at.
6. Setting goals: I had weekly goals (like doing all my exercises, drinking enough waters, taking my vitamins, etc.) and monthly goals (losing 5 lbs., losing a pant size, being able to do all the exercises on the dvd without stopping, etc.)
7. Rewards: I had a weekly reward of a hair washing or massage and monthly reward of a trip away or new outfit. It really motivated me because I wouldn't let myself have it if I didn't stay on track
So tune in because in three monthes I AM going to be the NEW ME!
Friday, 15 February 2013
The Why and The How!
It has been almost 2 years now since I started this journey to being healthy. I recently saw a quote that said,"A year from now you will wish you started today!" I love it because it is sooo true. Imagine if I hadn't ventured on this journey where I would be today. As I have said time and again, this isn't a journey just about weight lose but about my overall health in all areas of my life. For so long I ran from things... from my past, from my anger created during childhood, from people I feared I would disappoint, etc. Part of this journey has caused me to stop, turn around and face these demons head on! Sometimes I felt like I was about to open pandora's box. There have been alot tears but also alot of healing. I could not accomplished getting healthy in other areas of my life without going through this process. (Ex. I always felt I was the black sheep in the room no matter if I was with friends, family, or strangers. I felt ugly and unworthy of others attention. I had to ask the question... Why? It's not healthy and NOT normal to feel that way. Why do I feel unworthy and unloveable? After reflecting on my past, I figured out that it was because as a child I was REALLY bucked toothed and was constantly being made fun of at school. At home, my mom was always on me about my weight (though she provided the unhealthy lifestyle and food). The lack of a father telling me that I was beautiful. Growing up poor and having to wear hand-me-downs or thrift shop clothes and being made fun of because of it. Some very hurtful comments made by some people that I respected, etc.... Once I realized where these ideas came from I was able to gain prospective. I had to forgive those people who said and did those hurtful things realizing that they said and did those things out of their own fears and pains. I had to realize that regardless of my past I am different now. I am beautiful inside and out. I like my clothes (even though most of them came from salvation army). When I started to believe it, so did others. Now, I love hanging out with others, going to parties, feel more confident to start up a comverstation with someone I don't know and never leave a party feeling bad about myself. )
Instead of running away from things, I am running towards things. An important aspect of this journey is finding out what I want to do with my life. Let me tell you, I have put alot of thought into this. The more I prayed and thought about this I realized that Taiwan wasn't the place I needed to be. My personality, my dreams, my passions just didn't match any longer. It was like trying to fit a square in s circle. I don't regret the nine years that I have lived here but with that said it is time to move on. I will most definately be moving back to California this summer to start the next chapter of my life.
I realize that starting a family is something I will regret if I don't experience it. Whether that means I meet someone, get married and start a family that way or presue adoption is up to God but I am running after it none the less. :)
I have a growing passion to teach others about living healthy and will be taking the ACE Personal Trainer test this summer and hopefully start working as a Personal Trainer.
I have a passion to be part a church both in attendence and in service. I have struggled to feel connected in a Chinese Church here and our English Vespers is just a fellowship group.
With that said, on Monday I will start the final phase in my weight lose journey by starting the Body Revolution Program for the third time. I have gained 6.5 lbs since surgery and while on vacation which means that I have 14.5 lbs to lose to get to my goal weight. I have been reflecting the last couple of days on how I was so sucessful the first round... and have concluded that these points were what helped the most.
1. having a program to follow. (2 DVDs 6 days a week (30 minute strength in the morning and 30 minute cardio in the evening)
2.Having a "meal plan'. I was pretty good about using the recipes and portion sizes suggested in the book.
3. Having a plan. I had daily and weeking plans. When I was going to shop, cook, clean, etc. This is essential since not having the right foods or the right time will derail your efforts.
4. Using the Facebook Body Revolution support group... I was able to ask questions and get positive feedback from other going through the same thing that I was.
5. Making a video blog... It kept me accountable. There were a few people that followed me and I followed them. It is also helpful to look back see what I struggled with or where I was at.
6. Setting goals: I had weekly goals (like doing all my exercises, drinking enough waters, taking my vitamins, etc.) and monthly goals (losing 5 lbs., losing a pant size, being able to do all the exercises on the dvd without stopping, etc.)
7. Rewards: I had a weekly reward of a hair washing or massage and monthly reward of a trip away or new outfit. It really motivated me because I wouldn't let myself have it if I didn't stay on track
So tune in because in three monthes I AM going to be the NEW ME!
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Good for you, Rebecca. I can feel the difference in your confidence and the way you carry yourself and value yourself. Man, I miss Taiwan hairwashes--Josh won't let me go while pregnant or breastfeeding, which will be my life for this decade. Anyways, I have effortlessly lost 5 pounds since returning to Taiwan and I have 10 to go now. I will let you know how I'm doing!
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