10 Percent and What I've Learned

When doing Weight Watchers they have you set mini goals. First 5% of your weight, then 10%, and then I think you pick your goal weight. I wouldn't know, I've never been there before... until tonight! That's right, tonight with my 0.6lb loss I hit my 10% goal. I'll be honest, I had hoped that I would be much farther along by mid May, but at the same time I am ecstatic about my progress. Kris, my Weight Watchers leader, always ask people when they hit their 10% either what they've learned, or what they've changed to get there. I thought about it all day because I hoped I would do it. So I thought I would share all the things that came to mind over the day.

It's okay to take time for me.

Tracking is very important!!

The Scout motto of being prepared - also applies to weight loss.

I love to plan menus, make a list, and grocery shop.

Tracking is very important!!

I can do hard things!

Journaling is a very important part of my progress. I realized that my "journal", meaning my blog, is really what has made the biggest difference for me. It allows me an outlet to get feelings off my chest - good or bad. It's a place I feel safe and supported. And it's an avenue for me to be able to help others.

I have a WONDERFUL husband that is very very very supportive! I am madly and totally in love with him!!

Tracking is very important!!

I need to accept myself (and others) for what I am, and forgive myself for what I'm not. (More on this later)

I make mistakes, and that's okay.

There are patterns to my weight loss. My body likes to hold on to the weight over a couple of weeks and then I have a big drop. So even though my drop of .6 is a little disappointing considering all the exercise I did, it's okay. I plan to be very on point this next week, and I know it will be a great loss. And if it doesn't happen next week, it will come the next!

When I plan yummy dinners, it's easier to eat at home.

And the number one thing... I'm worth it!!!