PLATEOFSTARS's CalorieKing blog
Thursday, Aug 12 2010
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My husband and I often walk to work (and back) which is a good 50 minute walk each direction.
I like it because it gives us time to catch up... and has often been a place for him to talk about his recent research and me to talk about weight loss.
I guess something about today changed my husband's opinion about me because he was very quiet as I was talking about weight loss (and I *might* have got a little bit on a soapbox) but when I was done... he got super excited.
He was literally jumping on the street as he exclaimed "you need to put your job at the Ministry on the side and be a motivational speaker!"
I mean, he was partly ribbing me... but he convinced me that there was some honesty to it. He told me he's never heard me as passionate, emphatic and as convicted as I was today.
That he's heard me through so many ups and downs and struggles and triumphs and all the mundane in-betweens, but has never heard me so inspired or "enlightened".
I've told him a few times through this that I could see myself writing a book about my weight loss (whether it's just for me or not is a different question) but I seriously don't think I could be a motivational speaker. I'd end up like the guy in "Little Miss Sunshine"!!
Anyway, I think out of that conversation with him I've realized that yeah, I have changed.
Hopefully for the good... FOR GOOD!
I like it because it gives us time to catch up... and has often been a place for him to talk about his recent research and me to talk about weight loss.
I guess something about today changed my husband's opinion about me because he was very quiet as I was talking about weight loss (and I *might* have got a little bit on a soapbox) but when I was done... he got super excited.
He was literally jumping on the street as he exclaimed "you need to put your job at the Ministry on the side and be a motivational speaker!"
I mean, he was partly ribbing me... but he convinced me that there was some honesty to it. He told me he's never heard me as passionate, emphatic and as convicted as I was today.
That he's heard me through so many ups and downs and struggles and triumphs and all the mundane in-betweens, but has never heard me so inspired or "enlightened".
I've told him a few times through this that I could see myself writing a book about my weight loss (whether it's just for me or not is a different question) but I seriously don't think I could be a motivational speaker. I'd end up like the guy in "Little Miss Sunshine"!!
Anyway, I think out of that conversation with him I've realized that yeah, I have changed.
Hopefully for the good... FOR GOOD!
10 comments so far.
10.
a decade ago
It's neat to think that someone else could benefit from our own experiences!!
by DIAMONDWOMAN
9.
a decade ago
Part of me wishes I could go back to school and become a dietician, and teach people about eating healthy and changing their lives. I often think I would love to write about it as well. I too get soooo excited. I think it is just that I know what this change has done for me, for how I feel, and I just want others to feel this great as well. You get on that soapbox, sister. You deserve to be there!
by AUBRIEANNIE
8.
a decade ago
Just live happily and be comfortable with who you are everyday! Congrats!
by PAPERBACKNOVEL
7.
a decade ago
I'm giving this blog entry two thumbs up...
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by NEXUSNRG
6.
a decade ago
LOL, when you maintain for ten years, then write a book. Or just send people to CK. :-)
by CALYOPI123
5.
a decade ago
aww shucks! I love you guys and gals!
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while I don't see myself donning a blue suit and standing on a stage any time soon... i will continue to share my thoughts, stories, encouragements and general tidbits of wisdom whenever I can, with whomever would like to hear them.
It's such a personal journey, this weight loss thing... that I don't think any 'one' message or motivational talk is enough to help someone lose weight. it has to come from within. Took me 12 years of wanting SO BADLY to lose weight to realize that I didn't want it badly enough...
I didn't want to lose weight more than I wanted my life (and diet) to stay the same.
I am so incredibly privileged to be on this journey with you fantastic folks!
by PLATEOFSTARS
4.
a decade ago
I could see it too, Nicole. When I first started, I always looked for your posts and read your blogs. I found your struggles to be similar to mine and your wise words inspired me to keep pushing forward.
And here we are today...different people because of the experience!
by GOODKAT
3.
a decade ago
Your story and experiences are ones that could really have a great impact on others who are stuggling with the same weight loss issues that you have faced. I think you would make a great motivational speaker! You shouldn't be so quick to dismiss the idea, I think your hubby might be on to something here.
:heart2:
by TNYBUBBLZ
2.
a decade ago
I agree that you would be a great motivational speaker! You are a natural leader IMHO.
Your hubby sounds like a great guy who loves you with all of his heart. I understand that things may be unsettling for him right now, but he loves you and wants the best for you.
by AARON_GREENE
1.
a decade ago
I can totally see you being a motivational speaker! You should think about it! I would go see you
:)
by MRSDSB