It’s funny to think that all the other attempts I made at weight loss were almost always done in secret. Let me explain, I would decide to try a new “diet”, but I would not tell anyone, this may go back to the whole fear of failure thing, who knows. I would embark on a new diet, without any type of support system. I always thought that was the way to go, oh how wrong I was. This time has been different, because when I started almost a year ago I did tell some people. I didn’t go blasting it from the rooftops, but I did tell some people who I could trust. Also, my family knew, but I’ll get into why I don’t always think they (specifically my parents, as well intentioned as they are) are the best support in another post. Honestly there are two people who I feel have been so incredibly supportive and interested in my weight loss journey, that I thank God for them everyday.
The first, which may seem unlikely; is my 15 year old brother. What! What! What! A teenager who could stop being so self involved for one moment! I know I’m shocked too! Seriously though, my little brother has always been acutely aware of how much pain and sadness being overweight has caused me, but he was always supportive and encouraging. Even now, he is my biggest fan, and always eager workout buddy. He has participated in a couple of 5K's with me. Even though he can run a 6 minute mile he will maintain a snails pace with me to provide encouragement throughout the race. That is amazing!!
Another incredibly supportive person has been my friend Kim, she is a tough no-excuses chick, and would always make me hold myself accountable. It was great that she was at work with me, especially during the beginning. She is always encouraging, without being coddling. She always forces me to be realistic, about goal setting, and celebrates my losses with me. I was so fortunate that God put her in my life during this last year.
So bottom line, with anything in life you must have a support system. I guess you live and learn.
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