Per-spec-tive
archaic– an optical glass (as a telescope)
the interrelation in which a subject or its parts are mentally viewed
the capacity to view things in their true relations or relative importance
aiding the vision
As I stepped off the scale, horrified at what I had just seen, the word that popped into my head was- perspective. In all honesty, it wasn’t the first word that came to mind. However, once I settled down, recovered from the trauma and employed some deep breathing techniques it was the word left resonating in my thoughts.
In January I accepted the opportunity to be part of an Our Biggest Loser competition. We each threw our $10 in the pot armed with grand goals, ideas and intentions. That was two months ago. We are now near the end of the contest period. Admittedly, I have lost some weight. I know full well that slow and steady “wins the race.” I have experienced the typical victories as well as setbacks. But this morning. . . .
I assume by now, you have realized that my moment on the scale was not the result of a lose, right. No, I had experienced a gain. How much that gain truly was I am not sure. You see, last week I weighed in on a different scale, in a different state, in a different time zone. I LOVED the number that scale revealed. Today, on my regular scale, in my regular gym at the regular time I weigh in on Mondays, not so much in love.
What’s the lesson in all of this? Actually, I think there are several.
- The scale represents a single aspect of my efforts. It’s a tool.
- BLTs- bites, licks and tastes add up.
- I am more than a number.
- I feel better and my jeans fit better. So something “good” is happening.
- Overall health and well being are my goals.
I now have choices to make with the rest of my day, the competition and my life. Those choices will be the result of my perspective. I will not blow the day nor throw in the towel. I will be more aware of my dietary, exercise and rest regimen. I will cut myself some slack and forgive myself for my slip ups. I will love me more than any number anywhere anytime.
How big is that number on the scale? Not bigger than my God or my love for Him and His love for me. I have my priorities in proper alignment, at least from my perspective.
