"Watch your thoughts; they become words. Watch your words; they become actions. Watch your actions; they become habits. Watch your habits; they become character. Watch your character; it becomes your Destiny." ---Frank Outlaw
Here is a quick update from the weight loss challenge at work. The Wellness Coordinator posted the results following "Week 3" and I have moved into second place. There are two within very close range and I closed the gap considerably on the leader. This leaves me with mixed emotions. On one hand, I intended to win this competition and I still do. I aim to win it, I am in it to win it. However, I thought it would be around week 9 or 10 before I was close to second or first. After-all, I have been losing weight for a long time and the amount you lose in the first weeks is always the greatest. I am disheartened for my fellow workers that are trying so hard to beat this battle. I know their struggles and their difficulties. Their resolve is fading and their intensity levels off. If you heal the mind, you will heal the body. Toss in a huge why and you are on your way.
Following Week 3: Percentage of body weight lost in three weeks: 3.8%
"Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go..." ---T.S. Eliot
"Being defeated is often a temporary condition. Giving up is what makes it permanent." ---Marilyn Vos Savant
Todd, you are so incredibly motivating! I intended to spend a couple of minutes reading your blog/journey, and it has turned into over two hours. I never knew you'd gone through so much. Thanks for sharing your insights and faith. P. Wakefield
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ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind words. It is good to reconnect with you here and on FB after so many years. This journey is really life-altering, wonderful and amazing. I am a completely different man. Again, thank you and good to hear from you.