Don’t Delay
Be graceful.
Successful.Have lovers.
Adventures.Move mountains.
Change history.Take action.
Make magic.Don’t wait until after the diet!
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“As soon as this diet is over, I’ll treat myself to new clothes, hair, make-up, the works!”
“Once I lose this weight, I’m going on a tropical vacation, or maybe Europe! ”
“Just 20 more pounds to lose, and then I’ll apply for my dream job.”
“When I can wear a smaller swimsuit, then I’ll try waterskiing and snorkeling!”
“I couldn’t possibly find love until I drop three sizes, so why bother looking?”
“I swear to God, my life would be so much better if I was thinner!”
“When I’m skinny enough, life will be perfect.”
Sound familiar?
How many times have you said, or thought, something like this?
How many times have you had this conversation with your friends?
How many times have you overheard strangers speaking these very same words?
And beyond these depressing words:
How many times have you actually stopped yourself from having an experience, because you felt too fat?
How many times have you wanted to try something, meet someone, go somewhere, but didn’t because of your size?
How many times have you delayed living your best possible life until you lose weight?
If you have been holding yourself back from doing something,
accomplishing something, experiencing something, becoming something until “after the diet”,
here’s a new thought: Do it now!
The very worst thing that could happen is that you fail at your dream, or hate the experience.
But the very best thing that could happen is that you make your dreams come true, and have the best experience of your life!
And that is the truth for everybody, no matter what size we are!
So what are you waiting for?
I agree with you 100% and wish that I could, however; I cannot take my kids to an amusement park because I don’t fit on the rides. So, with that said . . . “when I lose 100 lbs. I will take my kids to Disney World!”
All of us have limits in what we are capable of doing, and physical limits can be a genuine barrier to some activities.
But if going to Disneyland with your kids is a real dream, are there other ways you could enjoy the trip, before you lose weight? There is so much to do there, not just rides!
From my little bit of research, DisneyLand seems very plus-friendly, and accommodates larger people in rides and theater seats, wheelchairs and scooters. This link is helpful!
http://allears.net/tp/ridsiz.htm
Your family will treasure the experience (and so will you!)
DisneyLand or not, lose 100 lbs. or not, believe that you deserve to live your best possible life starting now!
It seems like I’m always waiting for things to be perfect instead of doing it right now.I didnt go out with friends the other day because I hated how I looked that day. they all had fun & I stayed home & felt sorry for myself (poor pitiful me!)
excellent question elizabeth: what are you really waiting for?
I loved this post. It is always great to get a reminder that we need to enjoy each day! Thank you so much for stopping by and visiting me on my SITS day!
You are so right. We have one life to live and I think it’s important we make use of all of these precious moments. Nothing is guaranteed and a life full of regrets is no way to live. I always love to come here; your posts are so motivating
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Great positive words, sometimes you just have to live for today!
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I put my life on hold for so many years, waiting until I got thin. All it got me was regret.
Now I live my life to the fullest, no matter what my size or shape is. I only have one life, I can’t waste it.
This is such a great post, & one i’m sure many of us can relate to – I myself just blogged on the same topic!