Green Mountain at Fox Run
The thesaurus defines dead weight as a hindrance, burden, liability or drain. Many of us would think that's an apt description of extra pounds -often found in our midsections -- that aren't part of our natural, healthy weight. But when emphasis is on health and wellness instead of just weight loss, the real dead weight appears in other places.
Consider for a moment the "dead weight" that is between our ears. It's all those negative thoughts about our bodies, our weight, how we look, how we think others think we look. That's the weight that's creating a major problem for many of us when it comes to taking care of ourselves. Because the negativity whittles away at our motivation to do what's necessary to take care of ourselves. Who feels like taking a walk or making an effort to feed themselves well when they're mired in feeling bad?
This year, resolve to rid yourself of negative thoughts about your body and yourself. Work on appreciating yourself while recognizing you may be able to make some improvements in various areas, whether it be leading a healthy lifestyle, staying better organized to help reduce the stress in your life, or whatever is relevant to your needs.
We invite you to read "Accept Your Wonderful Self" in our on-line library of articles that educate and inspire at http://www.fitwoman.com/fitbriefings.htm
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