wow. this article left me speechless. it sounds a lot like me.
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WI 1: -5.4; WI 2: -4.1; WI 3: -4.2; WI 4: -2.3; WI 5: -3.0; WI 6: -3.5; WI 7: - 4.0; WI 8: -2; WI 9: 0; WI 10: -2.4
Trying like crazy not to fit into my genes.
One of the most fascinating things about my journey (and that I see reflected in other people's journeys and mentioned by the author) is the difficulty in having a realistic self-image. What I see in the mirror and what I see in pictures are so very different. Why is it so hard to have an objective view of our bodies? Why do we continue to "feel" fat or thin until someone or something triggers our realistic evaluation?
I'm trying to hide the tears in my eyes from my co-workers right now. I can relate to so much of this woman's experience - always feeling defensive, distorted self-perception. I too cried in the fitting room the first time I could wear a "small" shirt. I have re-gained about 10 lbs and am trying to lose it. This is wonderful inspiration.
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*Megan*
On maintenance since March 1, 2005
