Going from a size 24 to a size 4- Body image, weight loss & confidence | 4 year recovery update

#foodaddiction #transformation #faithjourney #christianweightloss
I am down 10 pant sizes- seriously- in my wildest dreams I never imagined being able to wear the size clothes I do now. And that has done wonders for my self confidence and body image. But really it's not about being able to say I fit a certain size, it's about knowing that I am stewarding my body in a way that is honoring the Lord. Body positivity is great, accepting ourselves where we are at, releasing shame... I am all for that. But if we are actually feeling guilt or conviction because we have made food an idol or we rely on it to make us feel better rather than taking those feelings to the Lord, perhaps we actually need to listen to that nagging feeling that says something isn't right.
And all that weight loss, all that change doesn't magically transform the way you think about your body nor does confidence just zap into existence. What have these last 4 years in recovery taught me about the way I see my body and how to manage my anxieties and negative mindset? I am more willing to try new things, feel more secure and confident in my ability to succeed and no longer feel shame or embarrassment over my body. When we walk rightly, aligned with the will of God, there is an inner confidence and vibrancy that pours out of us. The bottom line question- is it about weight loss or freedom?

[@kimberlyturany370]

So so good! Be present. It’s about the freedom not the number! ❤️👏🏻

[@adventuringwithjesus]

100%- it's a daily reminder sometimes lol.

[@colz5203]

Wow that’s amazing, well done 👍🏻💛

[@adventuringwithjesus]

Thank you 🤗

[@mrs.griffin346]

So thankful that I came across your channel. I have a question. If you were a coffee drinker, did you quit coffee and tea altogether? I was reading on the website you mentioned that you should wean off of it if you are a caffeine drinker. I think this part worries me more then giving the bad food up 😂

[@adventuringwithjesus]

Glad to have you here :) I was (and am) a coffee drinker. When I first started in recovery I did switch to decaf about half of the time, but I have not found caffeine to be a huge "addictive" issue for me. There are a few foods that some recovery programs has as "no-go's" that I still do in moderation. If the Lord tells me to give them up... I will (though I will probably cry a bit if it's coffee haha), but He hasn't yet. I actually was recently interviewed for another channel that will air next week (Glorious Eclectic) and talk about my coffee ;) I drink it black with a little bit of half & half. -Matina

[@mrs.griffin346]

@@adventuringwithjesus thank you! I will deff check it out ♥️