Over the past 2 years I have been making a lot of huge changes in my life. I had previously been in a long relationship, 11 years to be exact. I had not been happy in that relationship for quite some time and I finally got out. A year after that I decided that my physical health/weight had gotten out of control. In a matter of 4 months I lost nearly 50 lbs. I am proud to say that I have kept that weight off for almost a year. Diet and minimal exercise have made a drastic improvement in my health, not to mention the mental side of it. My confidence and state of mind greatly improved.
This past 8-9 months has brought many ups and downs. My latest decision was based on my best interest and future. It was probably the second hardest choice of my life, only leaving my ex was more difficult. I am happy so far and I feel really optimistic. In the end maybe this will be better for everyone. I am proud of what I have accomplished, and I am looking forward to new experiences and new knowledge.
Already I feel like a better version of me. I have a more positive attitude from the time I wake up to the time I go to sleep. My drive/motivation/desire has been recharged. I hold no grudges, no more animosity, and have the utmost respect for my previous position. Down with the BS. I don't need it. I don't want it.
My life is changing, and I am the one calling the shots. I know I am going to make mistakes and I am going to live with those mistakes. I am also going to learn from my mistakes and that is what keeps me positive about it all. The ability to learn from my short comings and be honest with myself is what has carried me and will continue to carry me through the hardest that is yet to come.
Thank you to everyone that has supported me through all of this. Thank you for helping me stay grounded and keep my head on straight. Thank you for being honest and helping me be honest with myself. That last part is very tricky, it is all too easy to get down on yourself or to become an unbearable ego monster. I will need you again, and I hope to be able to provide the same assistance for any of you in the future.
