Happy Saturday, collegiettes! Let me dive right into today’s topic. Since gaining weight the past few years, I have become very aware that I am the chubbiest of my immediate college girlfriends. But in all honesty, it rarely bothers me. I don’t resent them for being naturally skinny or fit and they don’t judge me for not being a size 2. Our bodies are different; we are different. But Thursday one friend texted me something that stuck with me: “Ugh I seriously feel so fat!” Now, when someone who weighs less than me complains about feeling fat, how am I supposed to feel? How would YOU feel?
Yesterday was a beautiful, sunny day here in Georgia and the first pool day of many to come. As I dug through my closet to find my favorite bathing suit from last summer, I was anxious. Sure, I’ve lost a few pounds already on SELF’s Drop 10 plan, but the thought of being barely dressed in front of dozens of 20-somethings is enough to make any girl carrying a few extra pounds stay inside. PLUS, I was meeting up with the girlfriend who sent me that text. I was experiencing a whirlwind of emotions, y’all! But after about five minutes of wallowing in self-pity, I sucked up my insecurities and went to the pool. And I’m glad I did. Because not only did I get a head start on my summer tan, but being surrounded by other girls in their bathing suits reminded me that everyone is insecure about their body to some degree. I saw muffin tops, stretch marks, small boobs, big boobs, you name it. But most importantly, I saw people having fun.
Not every girl is going to be the perfect weight (if there is such a thing). But that doesn’t mean she isn’t beautiful. Embrace the fact that you’re working hard towards making positive changes for your health and set aside the self-pity. I’m not going to let my current size stop me from enjoying myself, and you shouldn’t either. Strangers at the pool don’t know that I’m 10 pounds lighter than I was a few weeks ago, but I know. And that’s what counts. Stop thinking of yourself as being fat and instead learn to appreciate your body. Having a positive attitude about your weight will not only work wonders for your self-esteem, but it’ll help motivate you to keep pushing through this program.
Please, let’s continue to keep each other motivated and not discouraged! And don’t forget to keep track of your weigh-in’s on DietBet, ladies! I hope you have a lovely weekend!
Xo,
Morgan