dear resolutioners (transformation tuesday)
bethanimal4
Posts: 41 Member
This was originally posted on my personal Facebook page. There are some elements that don't apply here, but I'm reposting this on the boards here because so many people I shared it with found it inspirational.
Two years ago today, I packed everything I could fit into my car and ran away to Los Angeles. I had no job, very little plan and even less money. Honestly, it didn't make much sense, but it was something I felt compelled to do. I was drawn to invest in a dream (that I still haven't quite figured out) and I'm determined to make it my reality. I still don't have much money, but I’ve made some other big changes since then, and I’ve never really publicly acknowledged them.
I questioned myself, I struggled, I stuck it out, I found work, I tried new things, I met new people, I cried, I laughed, I explored my new home, I fell in love with a truly incredible guy. I also got healthy.
I learned about nutrition, ate (mostly) healthy foods and found ways to get active that didn’t feel like punishment. I lost 60 pounds over the past two years and went from a size 10 to a size 0. I didn't just lose weight and inches, though – I got fit. I can hike for miles on trails that used to get me winded within minutes. I can support the weight of my entire body on just my hands. My body is capable of doing so much more and I'm enjoying my life more because of it.
I’m sharing all of this because I want you to know that you absolutely have the strength, the willpower, the ability, the CHOICE to change your life. Whatever your goals may be, you have the power to reach them. But remember to make the choice for you. I’ve been on the receiving end of quite a bit more body shaming as a healthy person than I ever did when I was overweight.
There will always be someone to tell you that you can’t. That you’re doing it wrong. To eat a sandwich. To NOT eat a sandwich. That you’re too skinny, too muscular, too something. But your body is your own. It carries you through this life and takes you on wonderful, beautiful adventures. If you treat it well, it will return the favor.
I’ve been hesitant to share this and the before is probably the least flattering photograph EVER taken. But in the spirit of courageous leaps, new years resolutions and the first #transformationtuesday of 2015, here goes.
So yes, I’ve changed. The new me is stronger, healthier and happier than ever before. And in 2015, I’m not apologizing for it.
Two years ago today, I packed everything I could fit into my car and ran away to Los Angeles. I had no job, very little plan and even less money. Honestly, it didn't make much sense, but it was something I felt compelled to do. I was drawn to invest in a dream (that I still haven't quite figured out) and I'm determined to make it my reality. I still don't have much money, but I’ve made some other big changes since then, and I’ve never really publicly acknowledged them.
I questioned myself, I struggled, I stuck it out, I found work, I tried new things, I met new people, I cried, I laughed, I explored my new home, I fell in love with a truly incredible guy. I also got healthy.
I learned about nutrition, ate (mostly) healthy foods and found ways to get active that didn’t feel like punishment. I lost 60 pounds over the past two years and went from a size 10 to a size 0. I didn't just lose weight and inches, though – I got fit. I can hike for miles on trails that used to get me winded within minutes. I can support the weight of my entire body on just my hands. My body is capable of doing so much more and I'm enjoying my life more because of it.
I’m sharing all of this because I want you to know that you absolutely have the strength, the willpower, the ability, the CHOICE to change your life. Whatever your goals may be, you have the power to reach them. But remember to make the choice for you. I’ve been on the receiving end of quite a bit more body shaming as a healthy person than I ever did when I was overweight.
There will always be someone to tell you that you can’t. That you’re doing it wrong. To eat a sandwich. To NOT eat a sandwich. That you’re too skinny, too muscular, too something. But your body is your own. It carries you through this life and takes you on wonderful, beautiful adventures. If you treat it well, it will return the favor.
I’ve been hesitant to share this and the before is probably the least flattering photograph EVER taken. But in the spirit of courageous leaps, new years resolutions and the first #transformationtuesday of 2015, here goes.
So yes, I’ve changed. The new me is stronger, healthier and happier than ever before. And in 2015, I’m not apologizing for it.
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you rock girlfriend!!0
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awesome post.0
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Truly inspiring
Congratulations and thank-you for sharing!0 -
Great transformation! What a gutsy gal...from following your dreams, to standing over that ledge on your pic
NEVER, in a million years.... scares the hell outta me just looking at it, lol! 0 -
Wonderful!! And yes, it's all about fitness for me as well. While I was hoping to lose weight, fitness was the true goal. Weight loss was the result!! Woo hoo for you!!!0
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Hugs to you!
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Go you!0
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ALOT of great points! Thanks for sharing, you look incredible 0
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Nicely done.
(Oh, wait. Premature?)0 -
You look amazing and seem so happy. 0
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Truly inspiring! You've done an amazing job. It's sad that there are so many people in our lives that don't support us and instead make us feel like garbage for our accomplishments.0
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Bump! Because this just goes to show, no fads, no gimmicks, real work with REAL results. Taking care of your body means it takes care of you! 0
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Amazing!!! You look great, and it's even better that you FEEL great. Thank you for sharing this!! It gives me a lot of motivation to try harder to fit in exercise. I'd love to be able to hike for miles and actually keep up with my boyfriend on the trails. 0
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Wow way to live!!0
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Excellent job!!!0
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thank you all! it feels good to feel good! thanks for the support and happy i could provide motivation/inspiration to some of you 0
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incredible transformation I wish to be like you one day and spread my story
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You look incredible! Your results are my goal.. Congratulations on your perseverance! May I ask how tall you are?0
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sure! i'm 5'4.5"ish0
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You look so fit and healthy! Well done 0
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Love your post and glad you shared! Good for you going after your dreams and living fearlessly and open to change and growth. You look happy, healthy, and fit!0
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I'm impressed!0
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This is incredible! Such an inspiration!0
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You are amazing--particularly I relate to receiving much more body shaming now that I'm fit than I did when I was overweight.
You look so happy and healthy!0 -
Congrats my dear you have turned into one Hot girl, kudu's to you love the fact you can support your body with your hands I always wanted to do a cartwheel !! 0
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Way to go!!0
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thank you all! know that you are capable of amazing things!0
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Wow! Greatjob. You look amazing.0
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You look wonderful honey and it sounds like LA has led to some very fun and healthy lifestyle changes for you! 0
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a huge round of applause to you for taking the leap and discovering more about you! You look amazing and so much happier! The smile on your face and how tall you stand reflect that 0
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