This conversation is brought to you by Lean Cuisine. All opinions are my own.
Let's talk about something that most women don't want to talk about: The scale — or rather the number that's displayed on it.
I know that I focus way too much on the number that's on the scale, and admit that it has controlled my day, week, and even month. And it's usually not in a positive way. As women we're influenced by the media and how we're "supposed" to look; we judge our bodies and often our feelings are a reflection of that. It's actually maddening, because we are SO MUCH MORE than this number.
But what if we all stopped and weighed ourselves based what we were most proud of — on the things that really mattered in our life.
Lean Cuisine put together a powerful video that instantly changed the way that I look and feel about my weight. I'm positive it will change your outlook too.
I know I would rather be weighed on these things— the things that matter most in my life.
My daughter. If there's one thing in my life that I'm proud of and I want to reflect me, as a person, it's my daughter. She's everything in my life, and becoming a mother was the greatest thing to ever happen to me. Every pound I've ever gained over the years can take a backseat to her happiness and well being.
My business. The fact that I can wake up every day and do what I love is incredible. I know many people can't say that. I built a business from scratch and I don't often stop and look at that feat. I realize now that I'm a strong, intelligent and creative — traits that can't be measured.
Living my dreams. Ever since I was a little girl I wanted to travel the world. It's only now that I made that dream happen, and just in the past few years I've traveled to the Europe, Africa and the Middle East. On many of these journeys I've been able to bring my daughter, which is amazing in itself. One of the most prominent memories during my travels was when I took my daughter to Pompeii. While we were there, I remembered sitting in a classroom, at her same age, learning about the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
And then, here I was, more than 20 years later, standing at the site with my daughter, having her experience it firsthand. It was an incredible feeling. Being able to make my dreams happen, while opening the world to my family, makes me proud of who I've become and what I've done.
When you stop and look at the bigger picture you realize the number on the scale does not make up who you are. In fact, that number is insignificant when it comes to your life and how you're measured!
What are you most proud of?
Share with me how you want to be weighed by leaving a comment here, or on my Instagram with hashtag #WeightThis.
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John A. Yaeger
I'm most proud of my 31-year teaching career. For me, helping others is my life's mission, not just academically, but also by building self-esteem, self-confidence, and bringing enjoyment--in the form of music--to their lives. I've been blessed to have a job which I loved. It's up to others to decide how effective I was, but I like to think that I improved people's lives to some extent.
Robin Rue (@massholemommy)
I like to think I have a lot of redeeming qualities that people should like me for. I think I am pretty cool.
Jaime
I want to be seen as a good mom to my little boy. I'm also good at a lot of my website work. I'd rather people recognize that, versus the weight issues!
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle
I don't think anyone should be weighed on anything. We all have our lives, and we just need to do the best we can.
Melinda
Great post. People should be who they are no matter what other people think of them, plain and simple.
Jeanine
No one should be weighed on anything, I think we should all worry about ourselves and take care of ourselves. I think if we worry less about others, and what others think of us the better off we all will be!
Liz Mays
That's such a sweet video and the message is powerful! I'd like to be weighed on my personality.
Pam
I am most proud of my children. They are great human beings who make me proud to be their mom.
Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama
I'm a heavyweight in the luck that I build for myself. I try to make good choices and build on them. That makes us more happy and more successful.
Megan @mnmspecial
First off I love your title! I think I am most proud of choosing to set the alarm clock a few hours early to make time for my health.
Brandy
I am most proud of raising my kids, through example, of being more health aware than focused on some number of anything. The experiences I get to share with them through my blog work make me grateful and I try to teach them to be grateful for it too. I am most proud of my kids, shining bright as a reflection of me.
Marcie W.
I am proud of how I have grown, matured and evolved as a person. I think we should all look for the positive qualities in one another.
Theresa
I am most proud of taking control of my own health. I was very ill for years, but got off my rump, did some research, and now I am in the best shape of my life!
Kristi
I am most proud of our girls... but also of a solo trip I took with them. I went alone with very short notice to England with our two girls for a 17 day adventure. No lodging or transportation booked ahead of time... an amazing adventure full of memories.
Felicia
I guess I'd have to say that I am most proud of my kids. What a blessing they are to me every single day!
Seattle Travel Blogger
I am certainly glad to see that you got to travel the world. I think that everyone should get the opportunity to do what they love!
Beth@FrugalFroggie
I am proud that I have lost weight and kept it off. I hope to lose some more weight.
Sabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert
I also am very excited to introduce my kids to things I enjoyed when I was young! You have a lot to be proud of!
Kate K (My Mommy Brain)
I am proud of my family. My five daughters are smart, funny, kind and beautiful inside and out. My husband emigrated to the US 25 years ago with $300 in his pocket and has worked his way up to manage a very prestigious country club.
Crystal
That is such a wonderful message. I need to make sure I share this with my daughter as she grows--weight what matters.
Anne (@notasupermom)
I want to be weighed by my smile. It's pretty big!
Amber C.
My son of course! It's always a great idea to focus on the things that REALLY matter!
Debra
I am most proud of my kids. That they are kind, loving and the kind of kids that I want my kids to be friends with.
Megan @ C'mon Get Crafty
I'm most proud of my son - his sweet thoughtfulness shows me I haven't done too badly raising him so far!
Veronica
I never weigh myself, because to me, I am not defined by a number. I don't care what people weigh me as, I just live ,y life as best as I can and treat people the way I want to be treated
Raijean
Love this, I'm most proud of everything I've survived. I've been through a lot so that makes me happy that I'm still standing.
Debbie Denny
I guess whether i am living a good life. Despite the battle scars I have enjoyed my life and family.