I've written before about how I am sometimes too hard on myself, how I'm always trying to strive for perfection. I recently read an article online about Alison Sweeney, the host of The Biggest Loser. Here is a snippet from that article.
A self-professed type A personality, Alison, in her quest for perfection, often prevented herself from trying new things. "If I couldn't be number one or go superfast, I'd give up and not do it at all," she admits. "But I'm learning I can have fun and be proud of myself, even if I'm not the best. Medium speed is okay too!"
Letting go of perfect has been liberating. "It's a positive cycle. You take care of your body, and the next thing you know, you're taking better care of your career and the people you love," Alison says. "With each new accomplishment, I think, Wow, what can I do next?"
Letting go of perfect...I love it! In fact, I like that phrase so much I think it's going to become my own personal motto.
Since I'm now "letting go of perfect", I'm happy to report that over the holidays I only gained 2.8 pounds. And yes, I'm happy with that number. Of course I'd be happier if it was a loss instead of a gain, but let's be honest...I love Christmas and with Christmas comes not-so-healthy food choices and a lack of motivation to exercise! And unfortunately being sick over the holidays took a lot out of me!! I'm still huffing and puffing when I climb the stairs to work each morning. But the holidays are behind us and it's a new year with new goals...and now a new motto!
So what about you? What motto are you striving to live by?
I have to say, you look really great. I could see results of your hard work and determination in your last picture on FB. Way to go, friend!
ReplyDeleteLetting go of perfect is a great motto. I'm doing ok on food; haven't really exercised in awhile. Trying to get back on that horse. We can do this. M
Thank you! We CAN do this!!!
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