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There are so many times I am hesitant to go do certain activities because I am uncomfortable in my body but what I am finding out is that I am missing out on memories so I am going to try and not let my weight prevent me from doing these things. Thanks for the reminder!
These are both tough for me. I’m working on a relationship by being more open and loving with no expectation of return.
The body is a big issue for me. I don’t have a positive body image and even though I’m told I’m thin, I don’t feel that way. I feel overweight. I work out all the time and eat well, but it doesn’t make a difference, and I’m tired. So I’m trying to love on myself my getting pedicures, and giving my body the rest it needs instead of hammering it all the time. Trying not to jam pack every day and have more time for rest and rejuvenation. It doesn’t come naturally and I feel a little guilty about it, but I’m trying!
I so need to go into action on these issues. I’ve taken LMWL Mastery and I’m still struggling with it all, but I am more aware and I am making changes: I’m going through my closet, getting rid of or storing what doesn’t fit or makes me happy, and replacing with clothes that fit me and make me feel beautiful. I’m not going to wait to be a size 8 to feel beautiful and sexy. I”m going to join an online dating site and put myself out there — even though I am super big right now and completely scared that no one will like me because I’m fat. And I’m going to start treating my body with respect and LOVE: stop eating sugar and breads and eating veggies and protein and good food. Also move my body everyday – even if it’s just simple stretching. Thank you, Sarah for breaking it all down into actions steps. I need to start loving myself properly. I deserve it.
I need to treat my body better. Brush my teeth in the morning and at night, wash make up off at night, more manicures and pedicures, and more rest. For fun I will see my friends more often and I love to sew.
Oh my…
I constantly feel uncomfortable in my clothes. Everything is too tight and gives me the dreaded “muffin top”. I keep telling myself that I will go buy new clothes when I lose x amount of pounds. Tomorrow I am going to go and buy at least one new pair of jeans that fit me well at the size I currently am.
As for the relationship part, about a year ago I found out that my boyfriend of 2.5 years had been cheating on me for 2 of those years. Needless to say, it has done a bit of damage to my self esteem and confidence. I have gone on a few dates since then and one relationship lasted about 2 months, but nothing is sticking. I need to find the love for myself before I can find the love with someone else. I may sign up on match.com again soon for practice though ;).
There is so much packed into this video. A lot to reflect on and move forward with. Here are my quick answers for the questions:
1. Stop waiting on the weight? A couple of months ago I started a little YouTube channel making cooking videos. I love creating, and I’m really trying to find what lights me up. Over the years I’ve started and stopped many projects, and I am ready for something to stick and really give it my all. Only days before this challenge, I started a blog that I’ve been waiting on. My life is happening right now, so I must do the things I love, right now.
2. What can I clean up on my end of my relationship? Honestly, I’m just going to take the “easy” route and use the same advice that you gave to your LMWL student, Sarah. I work long, stressful days (don’t we all?), and I often come home with a laundry list of chores and tasks, hungry, messy, tired, and with little energy to give to my darling boyfriend. Monday when I come home from work I’m going to take a shower, change into a cute/comfortable outfit, and try to do something for him (even if it’s just listening to a story about his day). Thanks for the advice! I’ll let you know how it turns out.
3. If I already loved my body, how would I treat her? Oh this list. I’d probably be doing a lot more than I currently do. Things that come to mind: consistently shaving my legs, I’d get a hair cut, go to the chiropractor, get massages every few months, long walks, more fresh fruit, regular skincare regimen, periodic dance classes. A good friend of mine just texted me asking if I want to go get a pedicure tomorrow – and I’m going to take it as a sign to take action on loving my body immediately!
Great video yet again!
I am going to make sure I make him feel as loved as he makes me feel and compliment him as much as he compliments me.
I am going to make aure I do an exercise every day…even just sitting in my room and do a bit of stretching/yoga..with the focus on my body and helping it feel less stiff and painful (fibro myalgia) not on weight loss and then take a shower and moisturize.
Oh, such much to glean from this! I’m not very kind to my body. I treat like crap. Gonna stop and be kind to her. Thank you Sarah.
I’m going on a date tonight. I’m going to try and limit the ‘you look fat’ ‘you look ugly’ talk! It will be hard 🙂 but, gota start sometime!
Still not any more impressed with my body than a few days ago when I posted with the first video..lol. I really identified with this video though. I was bullied all my life for being the “fat” kid. I have struggled with body image since I was about 9 years old. Trying to learn to love the body I am in is going to take some time. But I’m making progress I think.
My fun was running around outside in the mega rain storm we just had.It was really fun!! ?
Body relationship is one of disappointment at what i put into my body and how i dontvrespect my body.And fear. Fear I won’t have the strength to do better.
For fun today is going through family photo albums with my daughter- she always makes me laugh.
The video was great ! I am the bossy wife that comes home in the evening. Need to work on that i need to relax and remember that things will not fall apart if i am not in control 100% of the time. As for my marriage you are right. it’s totally flat. Living like roommates most of the time, sex only 2 a mth. Time for me to ask him out for a date !! And as for my body ! I already like to get out and walk to clear my head etc but i need to paint my toes or moisturize it and to def take more baths ! Thanks for the advice !
1. I can be harsh and judgmental. I can change by being more pleasant at home
2. Foot rubs!
Amazingly, maybe, over the last 6 months what was talked about in this video is what I have been starting to do after having pretty much abandoned myself.
1) relationship with my body: she’s probably always been last on the to-do list. & I bully her sometimes & I over feed her too when it is really my brain that is the problem needing to muster up will (or won’t) power and that gets so exhausted that it needs replenishment. I’m not 100% sure I understand my body and often it feels like I am at cross purposes within myself
2) for fun: walk my dog Paddy, seeing him off the leash and being a happy & healthy guy makes me smile every time- he’s a rescue that once upon a time lived on the streets of Mexico city and now enjoys Sydney as his new home town.
Hello!
Well I haven’t been in a relationship for a while so I guess I’ll take care of my feminine part and spark some light to catch my soulmate. 🙂
I’ll give massages to my feet, that’s something I’ve been wishing for so much time!!! I think the time has come 🙂
OK I posted my last post halfway through the video – knee jerk reaction as a bit Weight Watchers advocate as it changed my eating habits for life – for a much healthier lifestyle – I eat lots of fruit and veg, local organic meat etc. we have our own allotment too (home-grown veg( and do lots of cooking from scratch .. but part of me understands where you’re coming from… home-grown vegetables are beautiful x
I’m going to take a deep breath when I come home, before walking in the door, clear my head and focus on my family. leave work and other obligations at the door, My family deserves me, 100%. I’m going to filter before opening my mouth, to my husband, and my kids- softer words and kinder smiles. it’s better for my soul and our family. I’m going to approach my husband, and be intimate, even if all i want to do is sleep. he deserves the attention, and so do i. I”m going to splurge on new makeup. a majority of what i have, i’ve had since we got married (6 years ago) with a few updates along the way. my skin deserves it.
I’m single and I’m good at. Or that’s what I tell myself. Actually the truth is that I probably have to be good at it… because I’m always single. And for the most part I’m happy that way. But I want the fairy tale. Of course I do. I just struggle sometimes to see why anyone would want to be with me. I’m fat and boys don’t like fat girls. But I’ve been thin and no one wanted me then either so who knows. Ineed to get out and about to meet men. I know that someday someone will want me for who I am. I hold onto that faith!
I’m going to start walking more again. I love you walk. I’m also on the lookout for a horse. .my absolute passion and joy in life but something I haven’t been able to afford for a long time!
I will start moisturizing and stretching my body. It will make my body more comfortable and smooth. It will decrease my emotional and physical irritation and help me relax.That will help me relate better with my husband because I tend to be tense and easily annoyed. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for the powerful video which showed me I’m not alone in my often limiting beliefs and actions.
1. The first step I will take is to not ask for what I’m not giving. Therefore, I will give more love and attentiveness to my husband the way I did when we first started dating.
2. I have a hair appointment which will help me launch a better relationship with my body. I haven’t had a haircut in months and something so simple like that can truly help me rebuild my relationship with my body.
I’m really pleased that you were and are able to feel like this – even when you were pregnant. I’m amazed that you could find pleasure from being happy at being in a larger body …. for me, that doesn’t work …. I eat healthy, I do 4-5 gym classes a week …. I still struggle with my body shape … I’m physically fairly strong and fit, but I’ve never had an “epiphany” like you seem to be describing … it doesn’t seem to matter what I try to do …. I’m still unhappy with my physical form.
My relationship has been my top priority for the 4 years we’ve been together (following difficult divorces on both ends) and I give him 100% of my time and attention. I do need to work harder on expressing that love through sex more frequently and so I’ll commit to that.
Personally to take care of myself I will give myself 15 minutes of decompression time after work every day before doing anything substantial at home. I think this will help my mental state which in turn will help my negative mindset about myself that tends to creep in more when I’m overwhelmed.
I think 15 minutes is a great place to start! This will go so far in taking care of yourself and giving your partner attention.
I am going to start with a bucket list. A written one not one in my head that I can make go away with excuses. I’m currently in a relationship in which I’m the boss. I need to take a breath and a step back and allow him to do things. I have to allow him to want to help instead of forcing and cause more issues. And for me I think I’m going to volunteer again with ppl with disabilities. It gave me such satisfaction and joy. I miss it.
Softening and allowing is beautiful- allow him to do things for sure! Keep me posted!
I am going to stop to think negative and feel down about my belly hanging out. I Love to moisture my skin everyday so i’m going to give myself a hug everyday.
I love the thought of hugging yourself and maybe even adding some gentle loving words like “I love you” or “you are loved and supported”, you are beautiful,things like that!
I am currently single and not really dating (although I really want to). But I will make a few changes to the other relationships in my life.. I know I can do more for my Mum, and that’s what i’m going to do.
As for me and my body, over the past few weeks I have been pampering myself more ie baths, painting my nails, wearing lipstick, doing my hair etc etc and it really has shifted a few things inside me. I am beginning to love myself more and in turn eating better, why do I want to put crap unhealthy food/alcohol etc into my body when I love myself, those are the things that don’t make me feel good so I’m just not doing it as much now.
I have always been the kind of person to buy cheap makeup, op shop, poor quality etc but recently that’s all changed. It feels so good to finally have more pride in my appearance and look after myself so much more.
Hi Kelly, love to hear you are giving yourself loving attention- it really does shift our feelings in subtle yet powerful ways. Beautiful work!
This video helped push me to stop waiting to lose the weight I gained to fit back into my clothes and go finally use my gift cards to go purchase a few new items of clothing that make me feel beautiful rather then continuing to wait and feeling so ugly and out of shape with zero clothes. It also made me really think about greeting my husband with a smile, hug, kiss, and positive attitude when he walks in the door versus venting to him about all the negatives and frustrations of my day. I’m sure it’s hard for him to feel connected when all I’m doing is venting and complaining. I also plan to do the face mask I have been putting off, but the face care kit I have been wanting for a year, and book a massage and facial. I always put value into everything but myself and my body. And starting today I need to make me a high priority as well.
Yes! Make yourself a priority- it sounds like you have the awareness now and that is the first step in making changes. Sending you hugs!
For my relationship I’m going to be less distractedby TV, Social Media, chores ect. When he speaks, I will give him my full attention. Also a hug and kiss goodby and hello. For myself I am going to force out those negative comments when they surface and just be kind to myself with positive words.
These sound like amazing powerful ways to rekindle the connection between you two. Positive words and loving kindness for yourself is a beautiful intention.
Love — I definitely don’t bring my best self to my marriage. I allow kids, work, schedules, everything really to come first. I plan on changing this and will start by stopping what I’m doing to say good-bye/hello to my husband when he leaves and comes home each day.
Body — I need to eliminate the negative comments that I tell myself in regards to my looks. When I’m getting ready, I will make sure I give myself enough time and then reward myself with positive thoughts about my appearance.
This video really resonated with me. I definitely need to show up differently with my husband. To do this, I am going to greet him with a smile and a kiss when he gets home. I tend to avoid the things I need for a good relationship with my body because they are uncomfortable. This was a great reminder that they need to be done anyway. So, I’m going to go take myself for a bike ride right now!