A billion dollar industry screams at us that we aren’t doing enough. That we are fat because we are not clocking the hours sweating. The the amount of energy exerted isn’t enough. That we aren’t doing enough. That we aren’t enough, plain and simple. As I have mentioned before, I was one of those believers…… Continue reading Put Exercise in its Place
Author: mrsmelamiller
Following the Light
Recently, I have found being intentional about seeing the sunrise in the morning has helped with my sleep patterns and energy throughout the day.
Starting Again
I have been guilty of being one of those people on social media who post “Are you tried of starting again? Then stop quitting.” The statement was meant to encourage people to be intentional about their choices, take responsibility, and to show up for their lives. However, being on this side of starting again- it…… Continue reading Starting Again
Happy New Year! Celebrate the in between.
New Year’s Day is full of intentions. This year I will…. This year will be… There is a lot of pressure on this specific 24 hours, this few weeks, or this first month. Intentions are great! I love the idea and the practice of being intentional. It means living life on purpose. Or as I…… Continue reading Happy New Year! Celebrate the in between.
Served by Old Habits
My life has a pattern. A new hobby or interest comes up, I get very excited about this new thing. I want everyone else to be excited about it too! After some time this interest becomes a habit, something that I enjoy doing but I don’t really think much about it is just automatic. Time…… Continue reading Served by Old Habits
Master Food: The Escape
Emotions are unsettling. There are times when I would rather not feel emotions at all. The unpredictability causes more emotions. Why can’t I feel only peace and harmony at all times? (If you are into the Enneagram, can you guess what number I am?) Doesn’t that sound amazing? No conflict. No sadness. But in turn…… Continue reading Master Food: The Escape
Master Food
Conversations circle around me with key phrases that cause me to pay attention. “Todays calories don’t count” “I am not eating” “I can’t eat that because it goes straight to my thighs” or the counter phrases “I don’t even care””I deserve it””I will never lose the weight” I pay attention to these phrases because I…… Continue reading Master Food
Today’s the day
Today’s the day. Your life literally depends on it. And you know it!
Allowed to be Extra
For me the action was cooking and adding the “extra” to the meals. By doing this I am fighting the lies of worthlessness by showing myself I am worth the time. I am allowed to take up space. I am allowed quality.
Chains No More
“Wow! You are really know how to care for yourself.” The sarcastic thought roams in my head after I finished my 5th slice of pizza. I quickly put up defenses to counter my poor eating choices.
“I will eat less and add extra exercise tomorrow.”
I can hear the chains clinging.
An Invitation 