Stay the course...

Since Im full of inspiration today, I thought I would share one of my favorite motivators. This is from Losing IT! with Jillian Michaels. I dont always agree with her methods, but I like this one. Ive had this email saved for a while. Its dated 2/29/2008. A year before I ever had any wls. I look at this every once in a while. Its so true. Hope you get some inspiration from it as well:




Stay the Course

So you're well on your way to achieving your weight-loss goals. Feels good, right? Remember, though, my program is about total health. Those changes you're implementing in your life? They've got to be PERMANENT, baby. You might get into a size 8, or have a six-pack to show off, but that doesn't mean you can cheat, get lazy, or stop counting your calories.

Keep in mind, all this work — mental and physical — is helping you look at your life in new ways, with deeper insight and understanding. The bottom line is this: You can never go back to your old way of life if you want to maintain your new physique. You're on the wagon, my friend. As with any kind of recovery, just because you're rehabilitated doesn't mean you can't relapse.

All that soul-searching and honest examination has to continue. All those behavior modifications and healthy, life-affirming habits you learned have to stay in place every day for the rest of your life.

I know, it sucks and it's hard. Whatever. It's the truth. The good news is that it will get easier. You'll get accustomed to how awesome it feels to treat yourself well, not to mention how awesome you look every time you catch your reflection in a store window or look in the mirror! Eventually, behaviors and choices you've had to think through will become gut instinct.

You can do this. Remember, you're doing it right now.

Thanks for the words , Girl!  I REALLY needed them today

The bottom line is this: You can never go back to your old way of life if you want to maintain your new physique. You're on the wagon, my friend. As with any kind of recovery, just because you're rehabilitated doesn't mean you can't relapse.


So true.... insanity: doing the same things over and over and expect different results. Stop the insanity...