Keeping it Real

The difference between being interested and being committed is HUGE! For the last 10 years I have been interested in losing weight. I tried things here and there. I’ve dreamed of being thinner, healthier, and more energetic. What have I been lacking? Commitment! What is commitment? I ask people this question every day on my job as an admissions advisor! So for the last 7 years I have been in this field talking to people about being committed to education, I was lacking commitment in my life where I needed it the most. Kinda of hypocritical right? Oh, I was committed to education. I made it through with flying colors, did well in my classes, graduated with honors for two of my degrees. Why? It’s because I was more than committed to my education. When I hit hard patches, did not see results, I pushed HARDER!

 Commitment: the state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, etc.. It is also known as a pledge or an undertaking. Commitment may refer to a promise, oath, obligation, or guarantee.

 Are you committed? It’s kinda scary to tell other people you are COMMITED to something isn’t it? Then, we are held accountable to those words. Commitment is more than words though, it is action. How do you know if you are committed? Commitment is not always exciting, it is a choice, and it takes hard work. You choose to committed and follow through with a plan. I had a little commitment check yesterday. It’s aligned with the universe when you start a healthy eating plan people start wanting you to go out to eat with them, the offer you treats, chocolate is available at every turn, and you are left with a choice. Sweets are my weakness; I guess sugar is my drug of choice. So I know that moderation is vital. I am not saying anyone should deny themselves anything, but if you know YOU and you will also know your limits. Someone left a pack of zingers on my desk. No one ever leaves me treats like that so why now? Ok, so what to do with the zingers? Eat them? Oh no, that’s more empty calories than I care to consume. I guess I could have thrown them away, instead I gave them to a skinny person. HA

 One small victory leads to many… If you are on this journey with me, I know you can do it. I know that I can too! It’s a matter of being committed, in control, and making healthier choices. Let’s do it!