I is for Incentive

 I used to think that I needed a good reason to eat better so that I could lose weight. The world says that it is important to diet in the winter so that by summer the bathing suit will look nice. Special occasions are another reason to stick with a smart eating regime. Is a wedding dress in your future? Better get tough on yourself. How about a class reunion? If ever there was reason to tackle your food foibles head on, this is it.

Originally, my reason for pursuing a weight loss was for health. As I got older and began to feel new aches and pains I was worried my eating habits could hinder my lifestyle. Retirement was just around the corner and I began to look at myself and my future differently.  I have become serious about this, but am also realizing my eating disorder is deep.  As many of you professional dieters will agree, it is not about the food, but about the heart and the spirit.

I always provide a scripture reference or encouragement for just that reason.  I am learning that I must surrender this problem to God.  I must become willing for Him to remove this character defect and then I must ask Him to do so. 

Today's encouraging word is, "A strong woman works out everyday to keep her body in shape...but a woman of strength kneels in prayer to keep her soul in shape.  --Unknown Author


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Grace 'n Grins,
Judy