Diets don’t bring joy

“As we embark on a journey to better health, it's tempting to tell ourselves that we just need to suck it up and be more disciplined, that weight loss and healthy habits are things we just need to "do." Before we begin beating ourselves up, though, let’s ask, Is it possible that our choices, good or bad, could be a small part of a bigger plan that God can use for our ultimate good? Maybe these weight-loss, health, and body concerns are issues God can use to get our and gain our affection.

Desperation and disgust are powerful motivators for change, but they do not lead to lasting results and increasing joy. We ask for six-pack abs instead of a beer belly, when what we really long for is love. We ask for less jiggle when we walk, when what we really want is belonging without the fear of rejection.

We agree to work harder, whether at our jobs or at the gym, when what we really hope is that our lives will have more meaning.

We were made for more.”

- The Wellness Revelation by @alisakeeton
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