Health Journey

 Just a quick update on my health journey. I was at my highest weight in January 2021. My depression was at an all time high and I was miserable. I knew I need a change. We had just adopted a dog(will share that story another day). Bc we live in a condo, I had to take him out when he needed to go potty. Since we had not yet established a routine, it was several times a day. I did manage to lose 30lbs. Thank you Auggie the Doggie. But, I was stuck. I needed accountability and support. Long story short, I begin seeing some of my friends lose massive amounts of weight and proclaiming how well they felt. So i questioned their methods. They introduced me to a health program called Optavia. I hesitated for awhile but then took the plunge. From October 1 2021 to January 17th 2022 I lost an additional 50lbs.  I am still not at goal but for the 1st time in decades I am under #200lbs. I decided to journal and blog my journey to keep me accountable AND to tell you there is hope. I still have bad days and i succumb to temptation but I am learning healthier habits and i am changing my mindset about food. Come join the ride!

BEFORE 

                                   AFTER

 Hello Its been awhile since my last entry. I seem to go in phases when it comes to blogging. So much has changed and has developed since my last entry. Exciting things and positive changes. Once I learn how to add photos from my laptop, I will update every one. I pray you all have a great day

Keena

What Ive gained

Hello

Ive talked alot about what Ive lost on this health/ spiritual journey but now I want to talk about what I have gained.
Growing up and even into adulthood, I had a very low self esteem or confidance. For a long time, I had believed that my friends were just pretending to like me and were just tolerating me out of kindness/pity. I will not go into how I came to believe that. Its not important. On the physical side, I thought myself to be fat and ugly. As you can see I did not have a high opinion about myself. Although I still have more weight to lose, I now consider myself "Big but beautiful"

However, as I have been seeking God more and more and by making healthy changes, my mind, body, and heart have begun to heal. I still have a long way to go physically. I still have many more pounds to lose but I have seen some small improvements. Will I be completely healed of my conditions? Only God knows that answer but I will continue to strive for a healthier me.

Through this journey my confidance and self esteem are rising. Its not bc of what Ive done. Its all bc I am learning who I truely am. I am a daughter of The King. I am a Child of God. I have been adopted into the Royal Family. My need of approval by man is fading. I have the approval of God Almighty.  My heart and soul are being healed daily. Dont get me wrong though. I still struggle with my human emotions. I believe we all will until we see Jesus face to face. As I fill my mind/heart/soul with the truth of God's word the lies of the enemy do not have the hold on me like they once did. I understand it will be a constant battle until we see Christ. His word says we are at war and I plan to fight(with Christ, of course).

This journey will not end once I reach my "weight" goal. This is a lifetime journey of healing.  I encourage each of you to begin your own journey of health and healing. 

If you dont know God and His awesome love for you and you want to know more, please reach out to me. I would love to introduce you to the love of your life. Falling in love with God is the best thing I have ever done.

Have a great week
Keena