You're doing it wrong
Well, I'm doing it wrong.I have been working hard to shed some weight. So far, I've lost 19 lbs. And yet, I have about 35 to go.
After reading an inspiring blog entry from Dashing Dish, I decided I'm going about this the wrong way. I decided to make my weight loss journey less about myself, and more about God. Starting today.
This morning, instead of hitting snooze on my alarm, I got up and spent those 15 minutes reading my neglected Bible. And it was good. I enjoyed my mocha and toast in the dark, quiet hours of the morning while I looked through passages about food. I mulled over Matthew chapter six:
Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body...seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
Now I realize that these verses are not about weight loss or feeling good, but I do think they still apply. Instead of obsessing over calories, I need to just focus on treating my body like God's temple. That means eating right and exercising. The benefits (i.e. weight loss) will just be bonuses to taking care of my body.
2 Comments:
What article are you referring to? Dashing Dish does look like a fun blog. I wish you the best :) I too am trying to jump back on the wagon, especially now that my job is now more sitting at a desk.
Read this: http://www.dashingdish.com/2010/04/make-peace-with-food-and-start-enjoying-your-body/ :)
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