Right now I'm in the middle of "Confessions of a Carb Queen" The lies we tell ourselves and others. I have always been one to really sympathize with people who are extremely overweight (I don't really like the other O word). I honestly feel like food is an addiction like smoking and drinking and it's not just easy to "quit". When I hear about people making fun of others or making snide comments I always rush to the defense of the person, while being disgusted at the person making the comment's insensitivity.
While reading this book I realize that it's not just an addiction. Sometimes food is a bandaid. We use it to fill holes in our lives, to make us "feel better" about things we're overwhelmed with, or issues we can't resolve. I've always known I was an emotional eater, but while I read Susan's stories of bingeing, I'm overcome with awe. I honestly could never imagine someone could eat so much junk food, and keep going. It's actually scary.
It definitely put my weight woes into perspective. If this person, who was 468 lbs and suffering emotionally could turn her life around and become a "healthy" person, who am I to tell myself that I can't do it? If I lost 31 lbs I would be in a healthy range - 31 lbs is definitely do-able! Thank God it's not 300!
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Looks good i may have to buy it :) i am currently trying to go on a diet and workout everyday on my wii fit :)
ReplyDeletefood is addictive and I too hate those who make fun of those who are overweight
ReplyDeletewow that looks like a yummy doughnut! Yeah i struggle with eating too. I get carried away and before i know it iv'e just convinced myself that eating that tub of custard will make me more happy than anything else on the planet.
ReplyDeleteAt work i signed up for a waist measurement challenge through winter (being southern hemisphere). I was so cocky then realized i was actually way bigger than i thought i'd be, just goes to show the lies we tell ourselves are pretty powerful!
I'll see how i go over winter. But i know it will mean keeping the fridge fully stocked with fresh fruit and veges and taking my lunch to work more. Something i'm already looking forward too.
Thanks :)