Seriously! I've put this off about as long as I can. I even have a new elliptical machine waiting and ready. So, what's my problem? I think it's called motivation. Even though I'm not happy with how my body looks, feels, etc., Brian says I look great. Now he's my husband so what do I expect right? For those of you who know Brian know that he calls things as he sees them. It's black or white... no gray with him. But what about how I feel about myself and why am I dragging my feet?
Could it be, because I'm comfortable with being insecure? After all, change is hard, it takes time.. and the road bumps you incur. Really? Why would I want to do all that? I'll feel better, hopefully look better, and be in general overall better health.
In contemplating this venture, I've had to dig deep into my heart, soul and mind. It will take all of me to accomplish the goal that I have set forth. I need to be held accountable (girlfriends, this is where you come in to play), I need to be motivated (seeing results sooner than later), and I need to keep in mind that I need my body to be the best that I can make it with what I have. That doesn't mean I'll be a size 4. That means when I get to the size that I feel comfortable and appreciate the way I look... I maintain. What is a good size for me is not a good size for others.
I'm committing my exercise time to also spend time talking to my Lord. What time is better spent than having a conversation with your best friend and someone who cares about my heart? Hopefully a little soul talk while I walk, run or ellipticize will give me a healthier heart to follow God's will in my life.
Time well spent don't you think? So, I'm off the couch.....
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. ~ Colossians 3:15-17
