Therapeutic/Motivational Writing

As you can probably tell, I write a lot. I really enjoy it. But I haven't written about one of the core reasons I began this blog in the first place.

Apart from the motivational gains to be had by charting my progress (not-to-mention the feedback and, hopefully, encouragement from readers), this blog provides me with an outlet to express myself as I prepare to undertake perhaps the biggest challenge of my life. I have struggled with weight and fitness issues for as long as I can remember. It has been the singular frustration of my life.

And this is where the writing comes in. I have read a little on the therapeutic effects of journal writing. I have also read on the benefits of writing down one's goals and plans. So, I have decided to combine the two, here, and share it with the rest of the world.

Making this struggle public will help reinforce my commitment to achieving my goals. I am putting myself "on the hook," so-to-speak. There is now no backing out; no putting it off for some other time; no waiting for the perfect moment to begin such an undertaking. I am, instead, diving into this head-first for all to see.

So I want to explore every aspect. I want to conquer not just the external challenges, but the internal obstacles that more often than not, are the prime culprits behind our own self-sabotage. I'd like to organize scattered thoughts, negative self-talk, frustrations, encouragements, and triumphs into one cohesive message that I (and others) can reflect on and hopefully learn from. This blog, then, will reflect my journey - all of it - towards personal conquest.

I hope you will enjoy the ride!