Hey Everyone,
Today, I went to another appointment with my nurse and my nutritionist! Good news! I am stable with my weight and the nurse is extremely happy with me. She extended the time I see her to every 3 weeks instead of every 2 and also said once I get in with a therapist I will stop seeing her all together. As for the nutritionist, I also have extended the time I see her to ever 3 weeks!!! I am so happy!
The nurse did give me one task to do over break. To have butter with toast. I think I can do that :) And I got okay-ed to exercise more, though I don't always have the time.
Also the nutritionist gave me some papers for my body image! I love what it says! For example
1. think of your body as the vehicle to your dreams. honor it. respect it. fuel it.
2. Become aware of what your body can do each day. Remember it is the instrument of your life, not just an ornament.
3. Think about all the things you could accomplish with the time and energy you currently spend worrying about your body and appearance!
another paper for will power for improving your body image was given to me as well! Here is some to think about!
1. Twice a day, everyday, I WILL ask myself "Am I benefiting from focusing on what I believe are the flaws in my body weight or shape?"
2. I WILL think of three reasons why it is ridiculous for me to believe that thinner people are happier or better. I will repeat these reasons to myself whenever I feel the urge to compare my body shape to someone.
3. I WILL treat my body with respect and kindness. I will feed it, keep it active, and listen to its needs. I will remember that my body is the vehicle that will carry me to my dream!
To make this day even better, I found out that my classes on Friday are cancelled. So I am actually starting my thanksgiving break early and leaving to go to my boyfriends on Thursday night! I am so excited!
Thinking of all of you!!
allee