Holistic.
One of the first words I learned while studying the art and science of social work. A word that has been my personal mantra over the last few years. Holism is the theory that parts of a whole are in intimate interconnection, such that they cannot exist independently of the whole, which is thus regarded as greater than the sum of its parts.
Though it is difficult and embarrassing to admit. I have struggled with my weight for 4 years.
4 years of insecurity.
4 years of fighting the clothes in my closet.
4 years of pinching parts of my body I don’t like.
4 years of failure.
Everything I do in my life, I give as much energy as possible. But I can’t seem to conquer my health. And I am tired. Tired of looking at myself as less than. Tired of strangers thinking they are entitled to an opinion about my body. Tired of trying [and failing] to find the perfect health balance. The truth is hating any part of yourself is exhausting.
I want so badly to practice holistic health and wellness. But how?
I consider a healthy lifestyle to include balancing the physical, mental, social, emotional, and spiritual aspects of life. No fad, health trends, or restrictive diets please. So I am trying something new. I am thinking positively, asking for help, and building healthy habits.
And I am beginning with this blog post. I am beginning with being honest with myself and my loved ones.
I am greater than the sum of my parts. Or the sum on the scale.
Cheers to healthy living!
