I saw this today and thought it was awesome! It really spoke to me since this has been a really tough summer for me. We have a lot going on here at home and it's been hard to get a grip and continue to move forward and it's not over yet..... but I don't want to continue to do nothing (or worse yet.... gain) about my weight. Turning to food for comfort or to avoid pain is just NOT the answer.
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Monday, October 13, 2003

Decide that you will

Though you're not yet sure exactly how you'll finish, go ahead and get started. Even the smallest amount of progress can motivate you to keep going. The big achievements begin with small achievements. And the small achievements come from making the initial effort.

No matter where you intend to go, there is always a first step to be taken. Take that first step now.

Nothing can equal the sense of accomplishment that comes from getting results. Though it's great to have faith that you can do it, it's even better when you know from your own experience.

Action is what will transform your faith, your hopes, your best intentions into real and undeniable results. And now is the time to act.

Take that first step, keep on going and don't look back. You can do it, when you decide that you will.

-- Ralph Marston
Ralph Marston's home page (http://greatday.com)

Thank you so much for sharing this with us DJ - it is very helpful! :)

I am going to borrow a section of it, as my signature line here at DT.

Beth :not:

That's awesome signature line, Beth! And I know you CAN do it, too.....

Dj such a good post , thank you for taking the time, and I hope things improve for you.
Take care Acey

Thanks, acey..... I know they will. I just have to keep working on it. I'm not ready to give up!!

Have a great Wednesday!

That was a wonderful quote. Thank you. I've printed it off to lay beside my bed as motivation to both get up in the am and exercise and to cut out the evening munchies!!!

Again, thank you.