Let's face it. We make poor choices sometimes when it comes to our health. Just coming out of the holiday season, we are probably even more aware of this fact. When I started my journey to better health last year I read about how society has really created a world that promotes obesity. It really struck me, and has made me more aware of how advertising (even down to the colors in restaurants) really has helped to foster it being "easier" to make unhealthy choices. As a mama of 3 kids, I have been intentional at pointing these things out to my children. Now they can point out when a commercial is trying to convince you to drop everything and run to go get ice cream..whether you are hungry or not!!
"We're surrounded by seductively, tasty, cheap, convenient, but oh-soo unhealthy food. Combine this with our many energy saving devices and lack of activity, and our way of life may soon kill us. We're super sizing ourselves to death! If you're like most of us, this unhealthy environment is already taking a toll. It's affecting how you feel, what you're able to do, maybe even the state of your health….Like many, you've probably tried to lose weight and failed. You are not alone. Even most of those who are successful initially fail eventually."
Dr. Anderson from Dr.A's Habits of Health
That is why it is so AWESOME you are here. You have taken the step to do this THIS YEAR..this next 90 days to get yourself on a path toward a healthier lifestyle.
These facts also give you permission to give yourself some slack. Yes, we are responsible for the choices we make, but being aware of the fact that this isn't all your fault can allow us to give ourselves a little slack…and DO SOMETHING about it.
So, even though the world is set up for us fail at this…knowing a few basic things and having the support that is offered here will set you up for success!! Aren't you excited you are going to beat the odds?
I'm convinced you will succeed. Even if you are not yet, just take my word for it. You soon will be!!!
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