July 2009 —> July 2020
In both of these pictures my physical weight is exactly the same. What I always emphasize to my clients is that health encompasses much more than what the scale says.
On the left, in 2009 I had LOST:
-a sense of my identity because I was trying to be everything to everyone
-direction in my life and instead distracted myself with finish lines, alcohol and late-night clubbing instead of being still enough to listen to my intuition
-touch with the interconnection between the foods I was eating the impact it had on animals and the environment
-discernment because I was too afraid of confrontation and disappointing people, which ultimately led me down a road of dishonesty and breaking trust with those I loved the most
On the right, in 2020 I have GAINED:
-an appreciation for establishing healthy boundaries, knowing we can’t please everyone all the time
-mental/emotional strength to lean into difficult conversations instead of avoiding them, knowing that each leads to either a breakthrough or a break-free
-greater clarity around doing work that is aligned with my passion and heart
-more knowledge about nutrition and nourishing myself in a way that supports the animals and environment
-a deep understanding that our value in this world is not about how much we weigh but more about the way we authentically show up in the world, live with integrity, and treat others with love and respect.
Every moment we have a choice, and over time, these choices act like compound interest, creating exponential growth and health for our future selves. It is never too late to start over, to reclaim your power and time, to make the next right decision, and to intentionally curate your life. One meal. One healthy boundary. One uncomfortable conversation. Your future self will thank you.
A good life consists of much more than fitting into a certain pants size. What does health mean to you? The ability to explore and see parts of the world? Having the energy and mobility to actively play with your children without pain? Having a sense of clarity and purpose for the work you’re meant to do in this world?
Define your value and worth and purpose with better metrics than just your physical weight. In 11 years there’s so much more I’ve gained that the scale didn’t capture, and I’m proud of that.