Willowbeez
Dear Skinny Self
Apr 16, 2013
So I read a post on the VSG forum the other day from a vet, who suggested that all us pre-ops should record a video from our current fat self, to our future skinny self. This would provide encouragement and remind ourselves of where we came from. I can't bare to see myself in a video so I decided I would instead write a letter - from may current fat self, to my future skinny self. This letter is to help keep me on track and to remind of who I am today. I plan on re-reading this letter when I reach goal and every time I need encouragement. So..... without further ado, here is my letter to my future self.
Dear Skinny Self;
Well if you are reading this then you have completed the first half of a life long journey - losing all of your excess weight. You will now embark on the second half of this trek. Here are some things I want you to remember along your journey so that you remember me and where you came from:
Love needs to come from within. Hateful words, demeaning comments and negative attitudes work against everything you have worked so hard for. Especially true when the words come from within. Love yourself.
Food is nourishment. It’s not your best friend or worst enemy. It serves a need - to fuel your body. Don’t twist that relationship up and make it into something it is not. Enjoy food. Love food. But DO NOT use or abuse food.
Maintenance doesn’t mean perfection. But it does mean acknowledgment and accountability. Don’t lose sight of your responsibility to yourself.
Life is much easier when you can tie your own shoes, clip your own toenails, bend and still breath. Life is happier when you can play with your children, ride a bike or hike a trail. Life is gentler when you show compassion to others and yourself.
I prayed for you, Skinny Self. That you would be happy and participate in life, but most importantly I prayed you would be healthy. I sacrificed my protection so that you may live and thrive. Do not lose who you are. Make sure your voice is heard. Please remember that I, Fat Self, live most days in pain. Sleep eludes me. Illness keeps finding me. I wish and prayed for so much more for you.
I wish you happiness, success and of course health. Know that I am always with you. I will be that little voice in your head encouraging you to keep moving, challenging your desire to deviate from the right path. I will not steer you wrong. Please remember me and my struggle.
With much love,
Fat Self
