L: 2 Erberts & Gerberts Jacob Bluefinger sandwiches on wheat bread, 1,218
D: -
I know that it has been awhile. It is not unlike me to have a quick stint in health mode, then fall off track. I'm so sick of it though, and after a conversation with my boyfriend who loves me dearly, I realize it's up to me. No one is holding me back, but myself.
My weight issues stem from emotional instability. I eat when I am upset, and because I smoke, my consumption continues and continues as if I am a bottomless pit. Unfortunately, I am not, and the next morning, I am dehydrated. My skin is tight. My feet and ankles are swollen, and it's painful to walk. Furthermore, I always feel unhappy and ugly. I can't stand trying to put together a decent outfit that hides all my rolls and crevices. I rarely see my friends anymore because of my low self-esteem.
I am losing myself, and I only have myself to blame. The beauty of that realization is that I am one step closer to being comfortable in my own skin. Next, I have to put my dreams into action by working hard and showing self control and diligence.
It is my ultimate goal to feel happy again. I want to look in the mirror after trying on one outfit, and feeling good about what I see. I want to be a better person. I want to smile and laugh every day. I don't want to cry anymore. I want to feel beautiful. I want to make Jamaal a happy boyfriend. I want to give him what he deserves from his girlfriend. I want to be pleased enough with myself to not feel self-conscious in every situation from work to school to recreation. I want to be me.
WHAT NEEDS TO CHANGE/HAPPEN
- Consume approximately 1,200 calories per day. Never exceed 1,500 calories.
- Do not eat after 9 PM.
- Do not eat fast food.
- Do not take home food from work.
- Allow two restaurant meals per month.
- Eat only whole grains.
- Eat breakfast.
- Do not eat junk food of any sort.
- Do not drink beverages with calories.
- Allow two bar outtings per month.
- Exercise five times weekly for 45 minutes each.