Tomorrow is Monday. A new week. A fresh start. Hope for a new beginning.
On Monday, I start Weight Watchers with my co-worker and good friend, Samantha. I am the queen of weight loss programs, I know WW is healthy. I am leaving my comfort zone of LA Weight Loss, which is also healthy and I did lose weight there, and starting something new. I would rather do a plan with someone I'm with every day than to continue on my own. Plus, I'm ready for something new. I'm good at following a program and losing weight. In fact, I've probably lost 1000 pounds in my life time. If I'd just quit gaining it back!
Now I know that the root of my problem is NOT food. It's deeper than that. I've been through counseling this year. I've prayed. I've examined my life and asked the Lord to examine my life. My problem is that I abandon ship when the going gets tough. I don't deserve true happiness and health, I'm not good enough. (I realize that's not true....) I will not bail on life anymore. I deserve happiness. I am good enough. I am a princess....a daughter of the King!
So, again, I'm here, to break the cycle. I have hope that this time, I'll lose weight, gain good health, and keep it off this time. I have to believe that. I have faith. I'm confident. And I am beautiful:)
Come Monday, it will be alright.....so, Good Night.
Beautiful Blessings,
Melissa
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Melissa Taylor
November, 2008
"I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." Psalm 139:14 NIV
First visit to this blog?
If this is your first time visiting this blog you may be thinking "I Am Beautiful..... who is this girl and what's her deal!" Click this link to read the post that started it all. http://beautifulp31.blogspot.com/2008/01/repeat-after-me.html
Melissa Taylor
P31 Woman Magazine
November, 2008
I was privileged to share a portion of my journey in the November issue of the P31 Woman Magazine. I wrote about my struggle and triumph with anxiety and depression. For more information about the magazine, click here: http://proverbs31.gospelcom.net/p31womanmagazine/P31WomanMagazine.php
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Yes, You Are Beautiful
Hello and welcome! Do you believe that you are truly beautiful? I have to admit, I have struggled with believing that my whole life. That's because I have most often determined my beauty and self worth based on my weight, appearance, and how many compliments I get on how I look. The truth is, I am beautiful. And so are you! This blog is here to bring encouragement, share ideas, confess struggles, and shed light on the truth of being beautiful and healthy. God gave us each an incredible gift...LIFE! How we use it is up to us. I hope you'll join me on this journey and together we can feel truly beautiful and be our best...mind, body, and spirit!
Smiles,
Melissa Taylor:)
Smiles,
Melissa Taylor:)
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Melissa Taylor
616-G Matthews-Mint Hill Rd.
Matthews, NC 28105
704-849-2270, Ext. 200
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616-G Matthews-Mint Hill Rd.
Matthews, NC 28105
704-849-2270, Ext. 200
http://www.melissataylor.org/
http://www.melissataylorp31.blogspot.com/
http://www.proverbs31.org
Or Email me at:
Melissa@MelissaTaylor.org
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Where You Can Find Me
February 3, 2009
Providence High School
Charlotte, NC
March 28, 2009
Roanoke Rapids, NC
May 1-3, 2009
Natural Bridge, Va
May 9, 2009
Covenant UMC
Greer, SC
May 19, 2009
Central Church of God
Charlotte, NC
July 31-Aug. 2, 2009
She Speaks
Concord, NC
October 9-11, 2009
Southside Church Women's Retreat
Fredricksburg, VA
April, 2010
Virginia
Providence High School
Charlotte, NC
March 28, 2009
Roanoke Rapids, NC
May 1-3, 2009
Natural Bridge, Va
May 9, 2009
Covenant UMC
Greer, SC
May 19, 2009
Central Church of God
Charlotte, NC
July 31-Aug. 2, 2009
She Speaks
Concord, NC
October 9-11, 2009
Southside Church Women's Retreat
Fredricksburg, VA
April, 2010
Virginia
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I would LOVE to come and speak to women in your area and let them know just how beautiful they are! I have many topics suitable for retreats, conferences, breakouts, banquets, small groups, and large groups.
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Proverbs 31 Ministries
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For information on my topics, visit my website, http://www.melissataylor.org/.
For information about booking Melissa Taylor, contact:
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Proverbs 31 Ministries
Barb@Proverbs31.org
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My Goals for the Week
Updated 5/27/09
1. Spend time each day in God's Word
2. 45 min of exercise each day
3. Remain disciplined
4. Work on book/proposal
5. Eat natural, no sugar, and prepare ahead of time
6. Update blogs and Mom's Caringbridge site frequently
7. Get at least 7 hours of sleep each night
1. Spend time each day in God's Word
2. 45 min of exercise each day
3. Remain disciplined
4. Work on book/proposal
5. Eat natural, no sugar, and prepare ahead of time
6. Update blogs and Mom's Caringbridge site frequently
7. Get at least 7 hours of sleep each night
How Am I Doing This Week?
This week has been great. The one thing I've made sure of is that I've been sleeping enough each night. I've actually been in bed by 10 pm each night this week! I've gotten up and exercised first thing. And I've been more productive during the day, eating healthy and getting a lot accomplished at home. Good deal!
Disclaimer
This blog is dedicated to the glory of God. My every intention is that anyone who visits here will grow in their relationship with the Lord and be empowered knowing He created us all with a beautiful purpose in mind. Too many women, including myself, struggle with actually believing that we matter. Some of us have negative tapes that play constantly in our heads telling us that we are no good, damaged, unworthy, ugly, too fat, too skinny, tainted, unable, etc and we are left feeling discontent, ashamed, and unaccepted. Anything I place on this blog or write about here is intended to promote a balance of the mind/body/spirit connection. First, we need to be right with Jesus. Then we need to take care of our minds and bodies the best we can. God created us and gave us life. It's up to us how we live it.
With all that said, the links provided here are just suggestions of places you can visit that may assist you in your venture for overall good health. I do not personally endorse any of these (except the 2 links from Proverbs 31) and do not promote the personal beliefs of the doctors, staff, or other people asscociated with these organizations. I do not know the religious backgrounds of all those I have posted here.
I am a Christian. I believe in Jesus. That's me. All are welcome here. I just hope to bring encouragement to you where you are.
These sites are just links that I have found helpful in achieving my goals and therefore I am sharing them.
With all that said, the links provided here are just suggestions of places you can visit that may assist you in your venture for overall good health. I do not personally endorse any of these (except the 2 links from Proverbs 31) and do not promote the personal beliefs of the doctors, staff, or other people asscociated with these organizations. I do not know the religious backgrounds of all those I have posted here.
I am a Christian. I believe in Jesus. That's me. All are welcome here. I just hope to bring encouragement to you where you are.
These sites are just links that I have found helpful in achieving my goals and therefore I am sharing them.
Spiritually, Mentally, or Physically Beautiful Websites and Blogs
- Denise Austin (inexpensive realistic health and exercise program that you can do from your own home)
- Living With Purpose: A Radical Revolution (a teen ministry for girls 12-17 through Proverbs 31 Ministries)
- My Church's Website
- My Pastor's Blog
- My son, Blakes, website about Disney related events
- Proverbs 31 Ministries (Awesome Women's Ministry)
- Real Age (for health only, advice on health and aging)
- Weight Watchers (realistic health and eating program, designed for weightloss and maintenance)
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Genesis 1:27
So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.
6 comments:
Melissa,
You can do it. Tomorrow I start back to Curves. I actually joined June 1 and have only been there once since. But I am determined. I look forward to hear of your progress!
Lori
Thank you, Melissa, for sharing your feelings. I can really relate to this, as I have so many of the same issues. If I mess up, many times I just give up, and then I try to get on again, and the roller coaster ride starts over. When I went to bed last night, it was with thoughts of a new start today. Thank you for your inspiration this morning to keep trying and working towards a healthier me.
Love,
April :0)
Melissa,
I can so relate to these issues....not only the weight gain/weight loss/weight gain....but also the feelings of unworthiness and failure. It's great to know that God specializes in 'new beginnings' though! I have some things that I need to begin anew also.
It's real encouraging to read your posts. You are honest with us and that in turn encourages us to be honest with ourselves!
Hope you do well with the WW program this week.
God bless you!
Marilyn in MS
Sweet Melissa...I just love you! Thanks for sharing your struggles so openly. Being disciplined is hard. I think it's so difficult because for some reason we feel we have to do it on our own. I think of the verse that says, "Unless the Lord build the house, the labourers labour in vain." I think that's true of so many things. Anything we try to do on our own comes up short.
So glad you have Samantha to be your buddy on this new adventure. I'm already excited to hear your reports. You can do this girl!! With God NOTHING is impossible. Remember, that along with Samantha, the Lord is with you and a chord of three strands is not easily broken!
Love, hugs and prayers,
Joy
Melissa,
I feel for you and am hugging you in my heart. I am sending you an email about something you said. It is great that you have a buddy right there every day to look you in the eye. I did WW last fall and lost 16 pounds. The website and message boards helped me stay on course. I remember for two weeks I didn't lose I actually gained. I left in tears. Then I got on line and a very bold women said "what are you going to do now, get fat"? It really hit me that I needed to do it for me.
Love you sweet sister,
Diane
I need to put you on my bloglines because every time I've come by here, I've been blessed. Your P31 devo today was wonderful.
Congrats on your new WW start! :) I just started Jazzercise last week, hoping to get my rear in gear. :)
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