So, this can be weight-related or not... I've been having a bad time recently and thought I might take a moment to clarify just what it is I WANT out of life, rather than just rolling along with what I think I can get. Sometimes we concentrate so much on doing what we have to do, and making sure other people are happy... It really is important (both for weight loss and general good self-esteem) for us to WANT things for ourselves. You know, to focus our minds on what's really important. I'll start, please do join in!
Ok, here goes... *deep breath*
I WANT:
* To find a career that engages me intellectually and creatively
* To develop the self-respect that allows me not to be bullied
* My own space, and quite a lot of it
* A few deep friendships with people who really get me
* Clothes that show my personal style to the world
* To be unashamed about being introverted
* A car
* The opportunity to see lots of different parts of the world
* A relationship where I can completely be myself, and be adored for it
* A degree
* The courage to persevere in the face of adversity
* A contraceptive option that makes me feel better, not worse
* Matching underwear
* The inner confidence to persist in my stance when unreasonably challenged
* Hope for the possibilities of the future
* To be debt-free
* To let go of being codependent and let myself be happy instead
All I've got for now. I'm sure there's more Remember: this is about what YOU want for yourself, not what you want for anyone else. I think it's fair to assume that we're all lovely enough to want the best for others