Starting Over: My First Steps Toward Weightless Living
reshii_devi
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Starting over is hard. If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably tried (and tried again), only to end up back at square one. I get it—I’ve been there more times than I want to admit. But this time feels different. Not because I’ve suddenly figured it all out, but because I’m finally ready to be real. Real with myself, and now, real with you.
Lately, I’ve been stuck in this cycle of self-sabotage. It wasn’t anything dramatic—no eating the entire fridge or skipping weeks of life to binge-watch TV. It was more subtle. A missed workout here, an extra treat there, too many late nights scrolling instead of getting up to move. Slowly but surely, my good habits unraveled. My energy tanked, my confidence wobbled, and that number on the scale crept up faster than ever.
But here’s the thing: it wasn’t just the weight gain that shook me. It was the realization that I had quietly given up. I had stopped trying, and let that dangerous “Why bother?” mindset take over.
That’s why I’m here now, laying it all out. No big success story. No magic plan. Just a work-in-progress, taking her first steps toward something I’m calling “Weightless Living.” For me, this isn’t just about losing pounds; it’s about letting go of all the emotional weight too—the guilt, the self-doubt, the perfectionism that’s kept me stuck. The fear of failing again, and the need to have everything figured out before I even start.
The first step? Learning to forgive myself. Starting over doesn’t erase the progress I’ve made before—it just builds on it. The second? Keeping it simple. No crash diets or punishing workout plans this time .Instead, I’m focusing on movement that feels good, meals that nourish my body and soul, and tracking my progress with mindful practices—like my weekly check-in on mmmMondays! to reflect, reset, and stay grounded.
Finally, accountability. That’s where this blog—and you—come in. I know I’m not alone in this, and maybe you’ve been feeling the same way. Stuck. Frustrated. Ready for a change.
For me, consistency is the big challenge. Showing up day after day, even when motivation fades, is tough. That’s why I’m leaning into routines and new habits that make it easier to keep going, even when life throws its curveballs.
What keeps me motivated? It’s the thought of a lighter me—not just in my body, but in my mind and heart. I want to wake up feeling strong and revitalized, ready to embrace each day with confidence. I want to live a life where health, balance, and vitality are at the center of everything I do.
Does this sound like you too? If so, let’s figure it out together. Share your first step in the comments, or join the Weightless Living community—a place to connect, support, and cheer each other on! Wherever you’re starting from, know this: it’s never too late to begin again.
Lately, I’ve been stuck in this cycle of self-sabotage. It wasn’t anything dramatic—no eating the entire fridge or skipping weeks of life to binge-watch TV. It was more subtle. A missed workout here, an extra treat there, too many late nights scrolling instead of getting up to move. Slowly but surely, my good habits unraveled. My energy tanked, my confidence wobbled, and that number on the scale crept up faster than ever.
But here’s the thing: it wasn’t just the weight gain that shook me. It was the realization that I had quietly given up. I had stopped trying, and let that dangerous “Why bother?” mindset take over.
That’s why I’m here now, laying it all out. No big success story. No magic plan. Just a work-in-progress, taking her first steps toward something I’m calling “Weightless Living.” For me, this isn’t just about losing pounds; it’s about letting go of all the emotional weight too—the guilt, the self-doubt, the perfectionism that’s kept me stuck. The fear of failing again, and the need to have everything figured out before I even start.
The first step? Learning to forgive myself. Starting over doesn’t erase the progress I’ve made before—it just builds on it. The second? Keeping it simple. No crash diets or punishing workout plans this time .Instead, I’m focusing on movement that feels good, meals that nourish my body and soul, and tracking my progress with mindful practices—like my weekly check-in on mmmMondays! to reflect, reset, and stay grounded.
Finally, accountability. That’s where this blog—and you—come in. I know I’m not alone in this, and maybe you’ve been feeling the same way. Stuck. Frustrated. Ready for a change.
For me, consistency is the big challenge. Showing up day after day, even when motivation fades, is tough. That’s why I’m leaning into routines and new habits that make it easier to keep going, even when life throws its curveballs.
What keeps me motivated? It’s the thought of a lighter me—not just in my body, but in my mind and heart. I want to wake up feeling strong and revitalized, ready to embrace each day with confidence. I want to live a life where health, balance, and vitality are at the center of everything I do.
Does this sound like you too? If so, let’s figure it out together. Share your first step in the comments, or join the Weightless Living community—a place to connect, support, and cheer each other on! Wherever you’re starting from, know this: it’s never too late to begin again.
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@reshii_devi : Boy, this couldn't have come at a better time! Thank you!
I recently recovered from foot surgery and, while I did great for the whole 6 weeks I was on crutches, since then I find myself making excuses all over the place: cold weather, holidays, too busy with work, family plans, on and on and on.
Truth is I want a break from "being good". I just don't want to deal with it right now. But the "bigger me" knows that I'll really regret it if all my hard work falls apart, so thank you for this space and the motivation to dig a little deeper.
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Oh wow, thank you for sharing this @judefit1 ! 🙏 First off, recovering from foot surgery and crushing it for six weeks on crutches? That’s a HUGE win—seriously, give yourself some well-deserved credit!
And I totally get that feeling—sometimes you just want to rebel against “being good” for a while. It’s exhausting! But I love how your “bigger you” is stepping in with some tough love. 🫶 This space is exactly for moments like these—to remind each other why we started, to be real about the struggles, and to cheer each other on when excuses start creeping in.
Take it one tiny step at a time friend (literally and figuratively 😉). You’ve already proven you’ve got what it takes. We’re here to help keep that momentum alive—cold weather, holidays, and all! You got this.0 -
@judefit1.. I hear ya. I have had RA for years so I am limited with some exercises. Recently I found a gal that does 15 min workout to music. She has a wonderful personality, so it makes it fun. I am trying to find a light weight workout with weights. I have been putting working with weights off for a long time, but I do need to find something that will work for me.
@reshii_devi .. Thank you for the invite. I think this team will work out for me.
Here's the gal I mentioned.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C70NlH2Qhlg&t=860s&ab_channel=growwithjo 0 -
Hi 👋🏽 and welcome @jeanhickokhaley1!! So glad you're here. I'm a growwithjo fan as well and have a few workouts on my current playlist. I'm cardio queen and always ready for a dance party! But I've also been struggling with using weights and resistance more and that's my #1 priority this year.
Two I'm using this month:0 -
@reshii_devi .. Thank you, glad to be here. I too have struggled with weights and I need a new resistance band. Might go to Target to buy one.0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJRPlJdWitM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrNXcyoy8-w