This morning I wrote a long post about something I feel so strongly about but I couldn't post it. It centered around my poor body image and how I've felt recently that all the progress I've made in changing my body for the past seven months has all been for naught. Instead of dwelling on those issues, I aimed to make a mental list of the things I am proud of instead.
When I look at this photo, I see a man who loves me unconditionally. I see my best friend who thinks I get better with age. I see the guy who loved me even when the extra pounds were lingering. Those qualities are good qualities. I wish I could set my mind on the verse I found today that says:
"Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles or the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God's sight." 1 Peter 3:3-4 NIV
I want to focus my heart on the things that matter. I don't want to constantly pick apart what I don't like about myself.
On my journey to becoming more fit and in-shape, I know there will be blips along the way. I'm smack dab in the middle of one right now. I'm struggling- mind and body. But then I see the picture I posted above and am reminded that I didn't use photoshop to feel good about myself. Sure, perhaps this is just a flattering angle. Lord knows there were other photos from that day that made me want to throw away all the bathing suits I have and never buy another. This photo isn't just a trick of the camera, though. There's progress there. I have to see that. I also have to see this man in front of me, my husband, who thinks I'm great inside and out.
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It took me a long time to stop picking myself apart. I will never be perfect in my eyes but will always be perfect in my husbands.
Thank you for sharing this post! Hugs!
Hello! Stopping by from Walkabout Wednesday. I can relate to feeling better with age. Not so much my body but my mind and heart have settled in a place I love!
Nicole
Adventures of a Semper Fi Family
I love that photo of you two. You're so sweet! I feel like things have gotten better with age too. My body, my mind, my relationship, everything.
I love that photo- you're gorgeous!
Love this post! I have these issues (often). I fall into the comparison trap way too much.
Good post :) Obviously - You look amazing and should be proud, but body image is a powerful thing, for better or for worse. I have to laugh at myself, reading this post because sadly, I thought I looked pretty good even 30 lbs heavier than I am now :) And then now, for whatever reason, seriously, I feel fatter and worse about nitpicking my body than ever before. No idea :)
I love that photo - and you look great!
aw this pic is so sweet and fun. And girlfriend you look amazing here. Amazing all the time! But I know what you mean.. us girls unfortunately it's a constant struggle. No matter how good we look there's just always something that we can find about ourselves that's not perfect..
So true that we get better with age! Probably because we become more self-aware and realize that beauty truly comes from within. Thank you for the verse, it was one I needed as well!
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