Have you ever thought of something you really wanted to do and then immediately after think of 50 billion reasons why you should not do it . This is something that I still do, but I work hard everyday to change this. Through my journey of self-love I have learned to ignore those billion reasons and just say f**k it I am going to do it anyways. This is so hard but I feel that it makes me fall more and more in love with myself and who I am becoming.
When I have those thoughts running through my head, sometimes I let them derail what I want to do but I try to stop and put things into perspective. I think to myself why are these thoughts racing into my mind? And why and I letting them have a say in my decision making? The answer to these questions is simple. It is because I was told that I should not do it, or that I can’t. It was not family that told me I should not do these things, it was not my friends that told me I couldn’t do these things, it was I did not even know. People that did not even know me . It was the media and the messages they tell us. For example most of time when you see a fat person TV it is usually for a weight loss show, make over show, a lazy person that bosses everyone else around, or a fat evil villain. When you see a skinny person on the TV you usually see them being depicted as weak,sick or an evil villain.
To me it seems that the two ends of body types are depicted negatively, but the "normal" body types are shown in a positive and unstoppable light.
We might not think it, but these depictions totally influence what we do with our lives. I challenge you, break those boxes that we are put in. Just because you are skinny, that does not mean that you are unhealthy or weak. Being fat does not make you unhealthy and lazy. You can do anything you want to. Too long we have been told not to do things because of our body types... and well I am over it ! This summer I am wearing and doing things, because I want to! And I will not care about what people are thinking. I hope to inspire others to do the same. To stop letting themselves get in their own way and check dreams off their dream list.
Here are some short term goals that I want to do this summer
Run/Walk at least five races: I LOVE doing races . You want to get a good legal high? Cross the finish line of a race. Okay so that might not work for everyone, but for me it gets me on cloud nine. I love pushing myself and not giving up when my mind is telling me to. The best part is, that now there are fun races that range from tortoises to the hares! Check out these two links for races in your area or that peak your interest!
My friend Carolina and I after
Wear and bikini and give zero f***ks: Super stoked that bikinis for every size are now available. I am so excited to go to the pool and beach and look cute in suit! I am a little worried for my stomach... it has NEVER seen the sun! I will for sure do a post on cute edgy summer clothes(when I get paid next!)
Take at least two vacays... even if they are just a weekend get away: EVERYBODY needs to do this ! I already have a girl trip planned to L.A with some of my chicas, and I cannot freaking wait. I always use my size as an excuse for why I do not travel... ENOUGH with that crap. I have learned all you have to do is ask! All airlines have seat belt extenders and some airlines will give you an extra seat either for free or at a discounted price(Southwest did when I flew from Vegas to San Jose ). To ease some of my anxieties, I call the airlines ahead of time and ask like 50 questions about extra seats and pricing ... like I said all you have to do is ask.
Do not let myself get in the way: This summer I really want to work on letting go and letting loose. I find myself holding back, because I get so scared what others are thinking or saying. But like my home girl Beyonce likes to say "you know you [ the shit ] when you causing all this conversation". If people are talking about me, let them talk! Maybe it will help them realize that it is time to stop caring what others think and be yourself.
So what is on your summer list?
Do not take life too seriously make sure to laugh at yourself
Have a great week !!
Love ,
Sam
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You should add playing a game baseball/softball, try a dirt bike, and playing DOTA! I want to ride an animal like a horse or a mechanical bull this summer.
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