OH.MY.GOODNESS!
Why is it when I go public and say things are going to be different, they get HARDER??! Anyone else notice that? I'm sure this week had WAY more temptation (and "good excuses") than ever before!
Brutal.
But I'm beginning to wonder if my focus right now is all wrong. I've been wracking my brain as to why it's been so much more difficult to resume journalling and counting points (after what has turned into a 3-month "break") than it ever was to start in the first place. And as hesitant as I am to say this,
I think God is trying to tell me to focus on something else for a change.
You have no idea how weird it is for me to say something like that. Well, those of you who know me in "real life" might ~ I just don't say things like this. Like, EVER. Either it's never happened before or I just haven't felt comfortable talking about it. You just don't hear Tammi talking about how God's working and moving in her life.
So it's definitely been a strange week, but I'm really sensing the need to shift my focus ENTIRELY. Not just in how I approach weight loss and overall health, but on what area of my life I'm focusing altogether.
Obviously, I don't want to balloon up like a hippo, but for now, "dieting" is just not going to be a priority. Nor is posting about my never-ending struggle with it. I need to get some other things in my life straightened out right now.
Live Well Wednesdays has been an incredible source of information and encouragement and I've met a lot of wonderful women here. To those of you whom I only "chat" with here at LWW each week, I will miss you. I will miss participating each Wednesday. I hope someday I will be back.
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I completely understand but I will completely miss you too! :( This must be the morning for music because this is the second time today that as I was reading a post a song came to mind.
Turn your eyes upon Jesus,
Look full in His wonderful face,
And the things of earth will grow strangely dim,
In the light of His glory and grace.
Through death into life everlasting
He passed, and we follow Him there;
Over us sin no more hath dominion—
For more than conquerors we are!
Amen!! \o/
I'll keep you in my prayers!
Somehow when we put our energy and focus into GOD other things in our life seem to line up. As we focus on lining up our lives with HIS word by his GRACE we see other things start to work better. Our motivation for healthy living changes from outward appearance to a true realization that our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit! WOW!! Would I have really fed myself that third brownie if I was focusing on the fact that The Holy Spirit lives in this body??
I feel the pull of God, too. I have some things in my life that need to get realigned with God's way......
Have a great day,
Heather
I think you've made a very wise choice.
I always enjoy your posts and will miss your humor, but completely understand!
Blessings ~ Sara
To everything there is a season. You must listen to what God is telling you. It's good to change things up. We will miss you, but always know that we will all be here anytime you need us.
God Bless,
If you sense God is speaking and showing you a new focus, a new direction, a new thing about HIM, you need to follow! Simply put, follow in obedience even if it feels like something out of the ordinary. I'm excited for you and the adventure God has ahead for you!
Do take care! You'll be missed here in our weekly rounds!
Blessings,
Tammy ~@~
Garden Glimpses
I understand! Sometimes we put all of our focus on one area and it becomes too much. I think living well means having a well balanced life. I think Darlene would agree. It isn't all about losing weight or dieting, its about making healthy choices in all areas of our lives.
Keep in touch,
Mama Bear
I hear ya! Since I'm trying to "cut back" I decided not to participate in WordFul Wednesday this week. I feel obligated to reciprocate visits from the wonderful friends I've made there. Since I don't have time to reciprocate, I hate to have them come by and not return the favor. Hate to give it up, but something has to go.
I am so excited for you...it sounds like God is moving and shaking you up and there are big things on the horizon!
I can't wait to see where your focus will land!
And don't worry about the dieting/journaling thing...moderation in everything will keep you healthy and strong.
Waiting with anticipation...
Praise God that you're focussed on your journey, regardless of which path he directs you to! :)
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