weight and body image

Some of us cannot lose weight because we do not exercise, eat too much unhealthy food, or just eat too much in general.  I am not part of the above groups, but I am an active member of the emotional eaters club.  I have a tendency to reach for carbs when I am bored or [...]

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A Train Ride in Rome

by asithi on November 19, 2009 · 0 comments

in Weight Loss & Body Image

The lucky ones on the trains are able to enjoy a 1-inch perimeter of personal space, but the rest of us have to contend with the jab of someone’s handbag on their backs or crushed toes resulting from someone’s unsteady stance. I am surprise there isn’t more incidences of groping in such close quarters.

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In my early 20s when I first started exercising regularly, I was overtraining myself. Of course, I did not recognize the insomnia and constant fatigue were the effects of exercising too much. I thought my never ending aches were a badge of my dedication to a healthier and thinner lifestyle. Neither did I notice that my headaches were not from drinking too much coffee and that it is not natural for a young woman to have that many colds.

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I cannot believe that today would be my last day in this office.  I have already gotten over my disappointment for being voted off the island.  But what astonished me was that 26 people showed to my farewell luncheon at the restaurant.  And I got over $130 worth of gifts.  In addition, I had individuals taking me out to lunch for the last couple of days.  All this and I have barely been in this office for 8 months!

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