I think it's really important to remember the whole "rome wasn't built in a day" philosophy. Both I and my wife get frustrated because as we mentally decide to be skinny, our bodies are slower to adapt. It's important that as we go through this journey of change--whether it's physical changes, or emotional, or work related, or whatever--that the worthwhile monumental changes that impact and shape our futures, are tackled one day at a time.
This whole weight loss thing is a prime example. I really want to lose 3 pounds a week. This last week I drank more water than I have in a long time, was pretty good about keeping active, and stopped eating at 9. I didn't eat any sweets all week, and still haven't lost 3 pounds--but rather stayed the same. It doesn't compute, unless I take into consideration that a life built on these habits would produce a much more healthy version of me than the one that is currently walking around. It's important to adopt these habits, and sit back and let them shape who I become. I know I'll like the outcome.
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