The Chinese philosopher Laozi taught that “A journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step”. Well, there’s no time like the present!

it’s December 4th 2017 and it’s my first day with a renewed commitment to get my health back. I’ve lost weight several times in the past only to put it back on and sometimes add more poundage. In fact Yo-yoing is my greatest fear. That is one of the demons that has caused me to put off good health. It’s a devils trick for sure. I’ll never understand why it’s in my nature to even listen to the lies that my subconscious perpetrates. So, why will this time be any different than my past attempts?

Let me start off with a short story that will set the stage for my personal journey, and my hope is this will benefit someone else who takes the time to read through this. I know I’m not the only one who struggles.

Like everybody else, I live my life as a victim of the bad choices I make every day. Fortunately most of my choices have been solid when it comes to family, and friends. I would describe myself as a very happy person. It’s always been a priority for me to make others happy. This trend will absolutely continue, and is a badge of honor I wear happily.

The dark shadow lies underneath the facade. I struggle with stress and feelings of inadequacy. I’ve had this problem for as long as I can remember.

I recall as a teenager being extremely socially awkward. I would say things that sounded funny in my mind, and when they left my mouth I would realize how stupid they were. Every once in a while something would click and people would laugh, but this was a rare treat for me. Most of the time I would see the eye rolls and strange looks from my peers, and in my mind, my superiors. Most of them seemed to have it all together. I’m happy to report that I’m the same way today, but after many years of maturing, I have a better filter. I said better, not perfect!

My diet has always been bad, but as a child the metabolism kept up pretty good. I was a chubby little guy, but very active. Those days are long gone and so is my metabolism.

I’ve listened to audiobooks, watched documentaries about all kind of diets and theories. I did the juicing diet, Body for Life, 4 Hour Body, Vegetarian, Lemonade diet, and even fasting. Great news people! They all work! That is until I stop doing them, and the demons that never left are still there, and old habits return. The cycle just keeps repeating.

So, why will this time be any different? 

The short answers are:

• Accountability
• Community
• Strategy
• Lifelong commitment

For me, the fact I like to make people happy is something I can weaponize and use against my subconscious. It’s a war I will win because I’m not playing by the rules anymore.

Accountability means I will be accountable to everyone in my life. I will make my changes public and on record. If I don’t stick with it, it will make me a hypocrite which is one of my greatest fears.

Community means I NEED YOU! My goal is to be an inspiration to those who share in my journey. It would be fantastic to know there are others on the same path and we can band together and hold each other to a high standard. Also, I don’t know everything. As I share what I’m dealing with some of you may be able to provide tips. I’ve never been real active on social media, but that all changes now!

Strategy means I have a plan that works for me right now that will evolve as I do. I will share this information freely while leveraging the community. There are those who have succeeded in sustaining great results for many years, and they have been sharing as well. I will connect the dots for myself and share with you.

Lifelong commitment means physical health is only the beginning. I once read that every cell in your body dies and is replaced with a new cell every 6 months roughly. If that is

true, I will have a whole new body in 6 months. 6 months is nothing in the grand scheme of things. I have no intention of achieving physical perfection in this life, but I’m in need of some serious rewiring in my brain:) This means that I need to get healthy mentally as well. This will take the rest of my life.

I built this website to provide a forum where I can track, report, and inspire both myself, and others.

If you are still reading this I will reward you with my before picture:)

Let the games begin!

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