YOLO....eat up

This week’s topic is food/nutrition related. Currently I’m on a diet and I’m not over indulging on tasty foods like the rest of humanity. Joking, not joking. J So this week’s blog is going to those that say “yolo”, “I don’t believe in depriving myself.”, “I’m living life.” (in regards to eating and drinking), “I don’t have time”, and whatever reasons you are telling yourself because you don’t want to put in the effort to stick with a diet. None of my clients or past clients should relate….right???
I get judged often…”why do you do that to yourself?”, “how can you eat the same things every day?”, “I like the way you look better when you eat.”, “why can’t you go out and eat at places like normal people?” I politely reply; however here is what I’d rather say…
“go fck yourself” just kidding…..:)
I really want to say – I’ll live my life the way I want and you live yours. Or I’m sorry you don’t like the way I look this way, because I do. Or I don’t necessarily think “eating out” is all that (especially on Kaua‘i). Or how do you fuel your body with crap every day and still feel good? But, I don’t care to start a debate over opinions. There is no wrong or right when it comes to our views and quite frankly it’s pretty ignorant to try to push your opinions on what someone else is doing with their life, which by the way did I mention “their” life – nothing to do with you?
I’m all about yolo and enjoying life – but is yolo eating whatever processed crap you want, whenever you want? Hey, I LOVE my sweets – no judgement from me but I’m not going to say I’m “living life” just to eat.
I don’t believe in depriving myself either, and when not on prep I certainly entertain cookies on my spare time. Unfortunately, my weight shows and although I love myself in every stage, I’m not fond of looking at myself at my loftier size.
In regards to not having time to prep your food….sorry but that’s bull$hit. We all have the same hours in a day – I guaranteed you are not busy with essential tasks every day, every hour, every minute. It’s just not a priority. So don’t make excuses – just acknowledge that you don’t want to make time.
Where am I going with all of this? I just want to not sugar coat and tell you like it is…..If you really want to reach your weight loss goals – then stop with the excuses. Actually better yet, sit down and really think about it….are you willing to do what you need to do to reach your goals? Are you going to stop making excuses and quitting and finally commit? If the answer is no, then there are no need for justifications and explanations for why you are stuck where you are or no need to wish and envy other’s progress when they reach their goals. Accept where you are and where you’ll stay and keep YOLOing.
Re-reading this I think it came out a little harsh – this isn’t really how I talk when I’m coaching – this is my split personality. If you want to meet her, she’s written a book – check it out on amazon. “Duo guide to self-love: boost yourself love/tough love to self-love.” I’ve covered topics both from the encouraging part of me and the wakeup call type of way. (Insert shameless plug here) :) In my coaching style I really believe in building your mind set as well. I encourage believing in yourself, honesty, expectations, support, accountability – basically helping you battle with your worst enemy (yourself). Set backs are expected but giving up is never an option.