Today I started listening to a seminar called "Becoming Spiritually Centered" by Jim Cox. At the beginning, he talks about doing things in life for the spiritual reasons -- not the temporal.
This made me think about a relationship in my life that I have been struggling with for some time. A little background: About 8 months ago I began a journey to a healthier me. I needed to lose 100 pounds and I was worried about the future health of my husband and children. Around me, there were others who were also losing weight, and I found a true camaraderie with these women. One in particular has been a wonderful support for me. Lately, however, I've realized that it's more of a competition...for me anyway. I find myself always comparing my weight loss or workout times or waist size or even (shamefully) Facebook posts to this woman. It is taking all the joy out of my journey. Sunday has become a fashion show and I've gotten used to her looking me up and down, and sometimes I think I look forward to it just so I can show off that week's progress. To date, I've lost 54 pounds and that is nothing to sneeze at. I want to do this so I can be healthy, and so I can show Heavenly Father that I respect this fabulous body he has given me. I want to celebrate her journey just like I want her to celebrate mine. No more comparisons. No more bitter feelings. Just love.
Way to go! Keep up the good work on both accounts.
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