30 things

Last night I went on a little warm-up walk with the hubs. As we were walking he shared with me all the changes he's seen in me since I started this whole thing. It was so encouraging and empowering to hear these things from him. So, I thought I'd take a moment and share 30 (for each pound I've lost so far!) things that are different in my life because of this journey.

In no particular order...

1. More confidence in my relationships

2. Wear clothes I couldn't/wouldn't wear before

3. Share my opinions/thoughts in groups more often

4. Don't give up on this thing when I've had a bad day/week

5. Lower blood pressure

6. More energy

7. Less aches & pains

8. Crave healthy foods

9. Crave water over sodas

10. Feel more comfortable eating in front of others

11. Don't avoid social gatherings where there will be new people or people I haven't seen in awhile

12. Better sex life - Sorry! But this is about being transparent right? :)

13. Learning to enjoy exercise instead of dreading it

14. More at ease with getting my photo taken

15. More optimistic (when my tendency is pessimism)

16. Less guilt when eating treats

17. More educated about healthy eating & habits

18. Feel empowered (instead of defeated) about healthy choices

19. No longer blame others/circumstances for my bad choices

20. More active

21. Spend more time using my talents/gifts

22. Feel more freedom (in many areas of my life)

23. Shave my legs more often (ha!)

24. Feel more confidence in tackling other challenges

25. More physical strength & ability

26. Worry less about what people think of me & my body

27. Experience less pressure/guilt when shopping for clothes

28. Generally a happier person

29. Making my way out of the spiritual wilderness

30. Carrying around 30 pounds less!