I am the first to admit I have a difficult time taking compliments. Criticism I am good and taking in and making the changes if needed. However, when someone pays me a compliment I immediately go into protective mode. With help and acknowledgment this time I said thank you and didn't even bat an eye. Talk about moving forward.
For the past few weeks I have been working towards changing the way I eat. Since I have eaten a certain way my entire life I can't change over night. Therefore, I have consciously made an effort to recognize what I eat and why I eat it. For example someone paying me a compliment or a guy giving me some sort of acknowledgment of interest I immediately crave certain "fatty" foods. As a way to cover up. But with help and writing about my actions and feelings I am able to stay clear of those "impulses".
I think that staying on the path and changing things a bit at a time I can finally hear someone say good things to me and not reach for a fry.
Here's to healthy living...
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