delightful
I really don’t have much to say this morning, but I did want to take a moment to hop on here and share some very exciting news:
Yesterday I went swimming for the first time in 3 years.
This probably doesn’t sound like a big deal, but it shows HUGE progress for me. My body image issues have been so paralyzing. For years I have been unable to do things that I enjoy because of the clothing required to do them. Swimming included.
I decided several months ago that I wasn’t going to let my fear of clothing, my body, or perceived judgement stand in the way of me engaging in enjoyable activities.
I bought clothes that fit and that I felt comfortable in, even if I don’t love the way I look.
And I make sure to take pictures of me having fun with the people I love. Sometimes I even post them on social media. Even though I’m not super excited about how I look.
Because I’m not going to let those things steal my joy or prevent me from fully experiencing my life ever again.
Yesterday it was hot, I was sweaty, the pool was there, I had a swimsuit that fit adequately, so I went ahead and I got in the water and swam.
