Today is a day of change and a day of new beginnings...

Firstly, a new mindset.  No longer am I going to try and make myself look a certain way because of what people may say about me or may think.  However, this does not mean that I am going to let myself go.  And though I may never looked like the toned Abercrombie model that turns everyone's head, I still have the right to feel good about myself.  Besides, I oftentimes ask myself, "Does that person really exist?"  The answer: No.  That is mostly a combination of lighting effects and airbrushing to create "the perfect body."  And then I have to think of what those models have to go through to keep a body like that.  Spending countless hours at the gym.  Depriving their bodies of food and nourishment just to keep themselves "in shape."  Is it worth it?  The answer: No.  So what is the solution?

A new goal.  Yes I do want to lose a few pounds.  Though I have not gotten on the scales in a while I am beginning to see the effects of my out-of-control eating habits lately.  And I don't mean that I want to drastically drop the pounds.  I am estimation that I way somewhere between 135 and 140.  And although that doesn't sound like a lot, for a person of my small stature it is a little more than I'd like.  My ideal weight goal right now is 125.  And I can do it.  More importantly, I WILL do it.

A new solution.  I have decided to try the Atkins diet as my weight loss program.  Several of my friends and family members have tried it and have achieved great results.  However, diet isn't enough.  I need to get my level of activity back up to where it was when I began college.  I will start walking again at least a few times a week.  No more using the car to get across campus.  I can walk.  Plus I think I am going to look into an exercise program.

And none of this is unattainable.  I can do it, and not for anyone else but FOR ME.  To feel better about myself.  So wish me luck everyone!!