Every lady is beautiful, no matter her shape or form. Your weight does not define your worth or how you should carry yourself in this world. Beauty is not confined to a number on a scale but is reflected in your confidence, kindness, and individuality.
Yet, weight can often feel like a defining factor in one’s life. It’s important to acknowledge that weight is influenced by numerous factors, such as genetics, unhealthy habits, hormonal imbalances, mental health struggles, medications, and lifestyle choices. Sometimes, life circumstances like pregnancy, stress, or even certain medical conditions—like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or hypothyroidism—can make managing weight a complicated task.
But the decision to lose or gain weight should always come from within. It’s a personal choice that should be rooted in self-love, health, and personal goals, not societal pressures or the need to seek validation from others. After all, there are women of all shapes and sizes who are deeply loved, valued, and appreciated.
My Weight Story: From Childhood to Now
For as long as I can remember, I’ve struggled with my weight. I was always the “big” baby,
the child with a fupa, and even at my smallest, I was still considered big. These labels followed me, chipping away at my self-esteem and affecting how I saw myself outside of my clothes.
My relationship with my weight has always been tied to a myriad of other struggles. Stress eating became a habit, especially when I felt like I had gained a few pounds. On the flip side, I’d throw in the towel entirely when it seemed my efforts weren’t yielding results. Each pound I gained or lost felt like a battle, and I often felt defeated.
At 28, I discovered I had hypothyroidism, a condition that significantly slowed my metabolism and made weight loss feel like an uphill climb. Three years later, I underwent a thyroidectomy, hopeful that this would solve my weight issues. But to my surprise, the struggle continued. The battle with my weight wasn’t just physical; it was mental and emotional, too.
Embracing the Journey, Not Just the Goal
While I’m not yet where I want to be, I’m consciously working on developing healthier habits that foster weight loss and, more importantly, a better relationship with myself. This journey isn’t about achieving a perfect body; it’s about striving for health and confidence in every aspect of my life.
Weight loss—or gain—is not a destination but a journey. And part of this journey is learning to love and accept myself at every stage. It’s a constant battle, yes, but one worth fighting because I’m worth it. And so are you.
This is just the beginning of my story, and I look forward to sharing more about my struggles, triumphs, and lessons learned. Stay tuned for Part 2 of this series, where I delve deeper into the emotional and mental challenges of weight loss and how I’m learning to overcome them.
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