I Stopped Working Out & It Changed My Life | My Exercise Addiction Story | What Happened To My Body

[@greenpickle834]

Literally just got an ad on this video saying: “ why hang on KZbin when you can hang in the gym” This is why we are insecure and feel bad for not working out and not dieting. Thank you Linda for being a comforting voice in the struggle of loving your body. You make me more comfortable not worrying about my body. ❤️

[@maddiejaneec]

THIS is the video I needed. I have been really struggling with exercise addiction and documenting it on my own channel. Thank you for showing that it’s okay to take a break, I appreciate it. Sending love ❤️

[@choicethetaurus]

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[@wonderland.5]

@@choicethetaurus Bro I thought this was a rick roll in the comments 💀 this sounds amazing

[@lostcause1823]

@@choicethetaurus This is actually not bad. Thought it was going to be another SoundCloud rapper or Rick Roll.

[@pogbog9303]

@@choicethetaurus Probably the last Time I click on a random link....Ngl this was kinda good

[@fitness__kaykay]

❤️❤️

[@jaysauer834]

“My goals have never been physical. I just want a healthy relationship with exercise and to be happy with my body.” That made me so happy to hear 🥺

[@Pluto-tj9mq]

When you feel the urge to compulsively exercise , here are a few ideas ! - paint toenails / fingernails - don’t let that beautiful polish get smudged going burpies ! Wait for it to dry then see if the urge is as bad - arrange your desk or tidy (your brain will think it’s moving around and exercising - plus it’s just as /if not more productive) - bake something - or if you’re too scared too / broke to you can try making slime or something. You can’t focus on squatting if you’re mixing something! Just a few tips , if they don’t work that’s fine . Remember if it feels like it’s hurting / making you feel unhappy try not to do it to yourself ❤︎☻︎

[@ngirlsdiary]

❤️Jesus lived the life we couldn't live and died the death we deserve. Repent of your sins and trust in Him💜

[@xanderoreilly1098]

U help my girlfriend and I just wanna thank you because I'm so much happier now knowing she's ok and you inspire her a lot. I'm gonna be honest I've never watched your videos but I know she does so thank you ur doing great and carry on ❤️💯

[@hollyx9260]

❤️❤️🌍

[@stronkmoosceles]

awww

[@marchymeow4584]

That's so sweet

[@miathomas8]

It’s refreshing to hear someone talk about this who went through the same thing as me at such a younge age i think most people don’t fully understand that even though I was 11 doesn’t mean that my addiction to exercise was ok or normal or that I just had “a lot of energy” bc like i didn’t have energy but I was just scared to stop moving thank you for sharing and spreading awareness ❤️❤️

[@ngirlsdiary]

❤️Jesus lived the life we couldn't live and died the death we deserve. Repent of your sins and trust in Him💜

[@Diana-kk6qz]

oh my gosh. Same.

[@abiro6118]

U guys it's been a year since I started following her and she literally changed my life 😌 a real inspiration 🥺❤️❤️

[@ngirlsdiary]

❤️Jesus lived the life we couldn't live and died the death we deserve. Repent of your sins and trust in Him💜

[@yir_alexandrite]

"when you can stop, you dont really want to; and then when you want to, you just cant." Linda, its like you speak a different language that hits so close to home. Thank you for sharing your story, it gives me, and many others, courage to battle my own. I hope your able to enjoy the holidays and that you continue to grow into a more confident and overall happy person.

[@shicoraan6917]

i'm 13, and i started struggling with an eating disorder when i was practically 11. thanks to you Linda, i'm finally recovering. you mean so much for all of us, keep doing what you do because you are amazing

[@sharontsurho]

I didn't realise how exercise addiction could be a such a toxic thing - thank you for showing us this perspective 💖 so proud of you!!

[@heyitscokketee4810]

She’s such a beautiful person, and to anyone who’s struggling with disordered eating habits, you’re doing great. I know it’s hard, I do, but you got this bud.

[@madisonmccormick6026]

I am 13 years old and during lockdown I was working out 2, 3, even 4 times a day. I thought I was happy. I convinced myself that I was. But honestly, I wasn’t. I stopped working out for about 3 and a half months and my mental health improved, by a lot. Then I starting working out again and it all went downhill. I was back where I started. Then I found Linda. Her videos helped me so much and completely changed my perspective on working out. I was actually happy when I was working out smiling the entire time. Then I was slowly introduced to Caroline Girvan. Now I workout to become stronger not to burn calories. And it feels… amazing.

[@f34188]

I had an exercise addiction to the point where I canceled hangouts and worked out at 2AM (because I was so busy the whole day but too scared to skip just a day of workout)..it's getting better, but I'm still working on it...this video inspires me to aim for balance and to tell myself if it's ok if I skip workout, and to listen to my body more :)

[@fermendez7314]

you can do it!!🤍🤍🤍

[@imtoto813]

You can do it and I'm so proud of you!

[@ryn4286]

I’m currently about a month into my ED recovery (for a second time in my life). I didn’t realize how bad my exercise addiction got until i recently developed a stress fracture, tried taking a single rest day (where i didn’t actually rest, but just didn’t exercise nearly as much as most days) and it created sooooo much anxiety, anger and depression in myself. I’m proud of myself for trying but it seems impossible to even imagine taking a rest day. The fear of doing so is intense. And i know i need to rest (if for no other reason than having a stress fracture), but i just feel like i can’t. I genuinely love and enjoy exercising and making well balanced tasty meals. But I’ve become so addicted it’s hurting me. Proves that too much of a good thing isn’t healthy either. Your video is motivating me to attempt another rest day soon! The only way to overcome anxiety is to do the thing you’re anxious about, so i know i have to do it!

[@Eva-lg7lw]

Im recovering from an eating disorder and your videos are the main contributor to me pushing on and facing fear foods everyday despite gaining weight and not being allowed to workout or play my favourite sports so THANK YOU LINDA for your god sent videos. also the editing is so aestheticaly pleasing, i love watching

[@neta4768]

Linda you may not read this but for the people that do, as someone who dealt with an eating disorder, when I realized I love my body and don't blame it anymore, I just started crying from happeniess. But your videos help. Thank you. Have a nice day.

[@seaofclematis]

wishing for this

[@ngirlsdiary]

❤️Jesus lived the life we couldn't live and died the death we deserve. Repent of your sins and trust in Him💜

[@EmbodyYourDivinity]

Love this. I also had a huge breakthrough with loving my body that shifted my relationship with it and with over exercise. For me, this happened much further down the road AFTER getting free from my eating disorder and food addiction.

[@trishaaliermo]

I can't wait for this to happen to me.

[@sabrinaalexandra9902]

“My goals have never been physical. I just want a healthy relationship with exercise and to be happy with my body.” - needed to hear this because too many times I lose myself into doing it for the reasons that don’t fulfill me

[@Amedo98621]

it was such a huge weight off my shoulders when I stopped exercising back this summer. i no longer wanted to try to uphold a certain fit physique and i didn't want to be a crazed fitness guru, I just wanted to feel "normal" like my other friends at 21. Who, if they workout-great, and if they don't-great. There was no inner worth or identity attached. And I knew I needed to just stop altogether. And my body & mind loved it. My body didn't feel so swollen or bloated anymore, I felt like I had so much more time on my hands and could actually go 2 days without washing my hair, etc etc. The world is your oyster, don't fear the uncomfortable

[@vanessahansmann2465]

I love that Cindy is more comfortable in front of the camera now because watching you guys be excited about sushi together made my week

[@ngirlsdiary]

❤️Jesus lived the life we couldn't live and died the death we deserve. Repent of your sins and trust in Him💜

[@pchuki5111]

I literally have been supporting her ever since she had about 100k subscribers and now she’s about to hit a million subscribers.I am so proud of you Linda . I hope you enjoy your life to the fullest.💖💖💖💖

[@saribee3119]

I know these feelings all too well. I remember waking up at 5:00 am and working out half asleep and half conscious. I remember people telling me that I was so strong and motivated and healthy that I worked out everyday. I remember being told to keep working out to maintain my physique. Little did they know I was stopping my growth, killing my mental health, and starving/ killing my body. My exercise addiction was bad but the comments of others and “motivation” to keep working out was even worst. I felt like if I missed a day of working out I would let down everyone around me. I’ve now learned to not comment on anyones body or workout status. I try to never bring up the topic because if I can force someone to not have body dysmorphia or an eating disorder for just one more day, I would be happier after eating a fear food with no guilt. Linda I love your energy and you inspire me to continue my recovery no matter what! I love you and never stop inspiring.

[@ashleegoldschmidt-np9lt]

I went from working out to lose weight and to be a skinny version of myself and after watching Linda for 2 years now I think it might be more but now I workout to feel strong and I eat whatever i want without feeling guilty about a single thing

[@MsTumz473]

Having being medically banned from working out for approximately three weeks, I have been in a funk and needed this. Thank you for this Linda 💛

[@ava_adamsg]

i don’t think we should be running away from exercise. you should include ur friends in a moving activity but still enjoy the foods u like in small quantities !!!

[@vanshikarana2538]

Hey, I just wanna admit that by watching your videos give me so much confidence, and the most I like about your content is you speak your heart out loud. Not everyone says whatever they feel in front of the camara, and without a doubt you spread only positivity and good vibes.

[@annab5725]

you're literally describing what i'm going through right now, i thought i was alone. every single day, i wake up at 5 and workout and then go for a run and then come back and workout and then go for a run - back and forth back and forth all day long - I no longer own a desk chair, and even when i stand and do work, i can't for more than an hour. the exercises i do are no longer even challenging, just time consuming and tedious. i mean honestly how much is my body going to change if i don't do 30 seconds of bodyweight calf raises or arm circles? i wish i could stop and i want to but as soon as i consider stopping, it's like all that 'justification' i have for the amount that i eat (which is a lot) goes away. i'm hoping i can be more like you in the future, tysm for sharing ur story

[@theperson5205]

that sounds like bulimia actually! bulimia isn’t only throwing up, it can be exercise instead. i don’t want to diagnose you but I hope you seek help either way because it sounds very serious. good luck, you’ll get through this :)

[@x3iShopx3]

If it’s any consolation body weight exercises similar to arm circles don’t really do anything for aesthetics and calf raises or whatever aren’t going to burn many calories. Obviously you should tackle the mental aspect that’s the root of the issue but for aesthetics even 45 mins of weight training like 3x a week would accomplish more and save you a hell of a lot of tiem

[@EmbodyYourDivinity]

Gosh I so relate to this. I used to exercise out of control to make up for how much food I ate. It was an insane cycle that kept me in a rigid, obsessive loop for years. I didn't WANT to stop for a long time so not sure if you are at a place where you want to get free from all of this or not, but I just want you to know that you can get free from this. ❤

[@CloudX3r]

I hope ur doing WAY better now hun.

[@Oogway-go6np]

I really used to struggle with taking rest days since I’m a runner. I now know that my body needs it, and it deserves it.

[@amber-roseknowlton2704]

I’m struggling with a lot of low mood and anxieties and lack of confidence in myself and my abilities recently. When i feel this, one of the first places I turn to is here, and I instantly feel like there’s hope. Thank you, Linda ♥️

[@Tazalovesyou]

I feel you, read some midfulness books do yoga and meditation 💜

[@keaiwei8818]

This video is gonna be helping so many beautiful souls out there and I just know it. Linda has helped my life for a year now. I never miss her videos for anything because she helped change my life and I will forever be grateful to her ❤️❤️🥺

[@p8735]

i haven’t been to the gym to workout in weeks- college finals, flying home from break, and general stress kept me from going. i’ve said some nasty things to myself about my body and feeling not good enough in my skin. but at the same time, not working out shows you your most natural beautiful you.

[@missjonesy36]

Does anyone else feel like the body comparison thumbnails are unnecessary? I for one would be perfectly happy having a thumbnail of the food and Linda's face or her and her friends etc. I find the body photos exaggerated. Am I the only one? Either way you absolutely slay queen and love your videos regardless ❤

[@pblegz3306]

No you're not! They're pretty unnecessary at this point.

[@irinazinkina1949]

i feel like she is using those thumbnails to sort of "lure" the most desperate people about losing weight and thier body changing but she actually talks about self love and intuitive eating to the most "desperate audience" if that makes sense or at least thats the way she helped me. I really wanted to change my body and was looking at different youtube videos to diet/change my weight and lindas thumbnails caught my attention which basically saved my life :)) hope this helps my view on her thumbnails!!.

[@esmxerose]

the thumbnails are click bait it’s a selling point for her to get people to watch her videos. yes they are triggering but content of the video is way more important than the thumbnail

[@charlottemcquaid]

Click bate, at the end of the day she wants people to view the videos and this sad cycle is people wanting to lose weight so we click !

[@vanqdineva6151]

I felt it when she said “ I love being awkward “ it just charged me with happiness 😻❄️🎄

[@ameliaporter3807]

The fam workouts on the pink mat at your old house made me feel so nostalgic. I’m so proud of how far we’ve all come and so grateful for you and this community!

[@ngirlsdiary]

❤️Jesus lived the life we couldn't live and died the death we deserve. Repent of your sins and trust in Him💜

[@jisellehall8655]

I stopped working out for two weeks and ate all my fear food and tbh it felt like the most terrifying yet freeing thing in about my whole life. Thank you very much Linda

[@iriz6576]

I am going through a tough major breakup, and this warms my heart a bit :’) Keep up the good stuff Linda !

[@emanfatima2714]

Gurl sameee 😭✨✨

[@ashleynicole828]

2 months post hard breakup. You’ll get through it! I promise it won’t hurt forever.

[@janivababy]

Aw hope you feel better🥺 sending lovee and lots of good energy your way!❤️

[@ngirlsdiary]

❤️Jesus lived the life we couldn't live and died the death we deserve. Repent of your sins and trust in Him💜

[@reonshiz]

thank YOU for this video, seriously. i've been struggling to stop exercising and still eating and living normally. especially now when covid is taking over again and all the gyms are closing it's starting to make me even more anxious. but having you there and always saying the right words helps me so much, thank you linda, thank you for being who you are

[@ngirlsdiary]

❤️Jesus lived the life we couldn't live and died the death we deserve. Repent of your sins and trust in Him💜

[@Hi-bd9vb]

@@ngirlsdiary ??? i would want to live or die like jesus

[@aparnavats9082]

Just turned 16 and have been exercising since I was 13 years 9 months maybe and haven't been able to skip extra days other than designated rest days. This gives hope to be honest. Everything that you are saying through the video about exercise and study, not being able to sit still and just not having the option to skip is making me feel that it's just not me? It was SO difficult to hold back when I got covid and I still mostly didn't. That was the first time in 1.5 years I took a 1+ day rest in a week except when I was forced to by my sister.

[@manoelacordeiro2938]

I went to something similar last week, got really sick and still went to the gym and morning runs, but as expected i woke up so damn sicker and had to stay home resting, i could only think about the exercises i should be doing instead of reasting. Maybe one day it will pass and we will have a better relationship with exercising.

[@Jessmer]

I’m older than you (34) but this resonated with me so much. I am consistent with workouts-from 5am workouts, extensive hikes, yoga…and I, too, find it therapeutic. I am currently sick so have been forced to slow down (believe me, I tried). I decided to listen to my body and rest. It’s been so unsettling but I know it’s best. Much love to you ✨

[@alexaclaytonxo]

his is so comforting. As someone who suffers from exercise addiction and an eating disorder I relate to this so much, everything you said makes me feel less alone. I love you and thank you

[@namjoonishot1497]

I was sick for the past week and I couldn't exercise and I was so guilty and I felt so awful for not working out and your video really helped me

[@leah_sperber]

i needed this today linda. thank you for being you. you have no idea how many lives you have transformed just by sharing your trust, preaching compassion, and sharing how to be kind to yourself. you have certainly changed my life. hope you had a great holiday, we love you endlessly!!

[@ngirlsdiary]

❤️Jesus lived the life we couldn't live and died the death we deserve. Repent of your sins and trust in Him💜

[@mackenzie-cj1bz]

I really enjoy Linda's videos. Like, A LOT. Just like other people in the world, I struggle with my weight and my food intake. Towards the end of last year, I was all over the place, I did not have the right friends, as they messed with my mind and made me re-think my worth and weight. I was also in the middle of a craving addiction, I ate whatever I wanted, all the time, and that resulted in me gaining 3-5kg. I was not happy. That made me spiral into a lot of hurt and sadness, until I saw Linda's videos. She not only has made me re-think in a more positive way, but she's also brought me to see that it's not just me struggling, others are too. And that weight doesn't matter. She rlly is my fav youtuber and fav inspiration. 💖

[@Honey44Me]

I started hating exercise cus I forced myself early 6 in the morning in my cramped closet to do exercise so no one would know, there was barley any space yet I did it

[@sreemathil3230]

Love your videos Linda

[@rhianakeys8882]

linda i cant express how much I love you. you are the reason I'm still here today, and I'm so grateful!!! this video brought tears to my eyes, so beautiful said you make me feel no longer alone.. thank you Linda.

[@ashleycruz9168]

I haven't had the guts to watch you again after stopping from working out after a year of consistency just bc I had too much fun in life haha. I could not watch u again those times bc I'm afraid that I might feel bad for myself for stopping and for gaining weight again. But here I am, back on track and this is the video of urs that I happen to bump on in after a while. Thank you, Linda. ♡

[@bellacastillo7684]

I’ve been really struggling with myself. Gaining weight, eating, my body image, smoking, staying consistent in the gym… I really needed this. Thank you 🙏

[@strawberryandcoffee]

You are the influencer we all need, I love your honesty. It reminds me to take a reality check when I'm going in to wrong direction. We need more of this online! Keep going 💪 🙌

[@nuritolo]

I needed this reminder today... Not letting exercise take over your life is very difficult, specially when you feel like your body doesn't fall inside the "norm"... Thank you Linda

[@alyanaclareesse]

Linda, we literally went through the same path 🥺 "I was lovable for more than what my body looks like" I was so focused on working out, both for myself and for what I want people to see me.. this entire video isn't just relatable but my my actual LIFE 🥺♥️ I love you!

[@croft4746]

Your so pretty!!

[@nevermindjulia]

"101 essays that change your life" is soooo good, definitely life changing!!

[@emmahawkins6806]

"I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through Him who gives me strength." -Philippians 4:11-13 Christ is our strength and He can be yours too!❤ I love you!!❤

[@sukab995]

That’s what i needed to hear😢 that im not alone i’ve been struggling with exercise addiction for years and its hard to stop feels like ur trapped, stay strong girls we got this we can feel comfortable within our self’s again ❤️ thank u linda for bringing that topic up ❤️❤️

[@sanikakulkarni4887]

Yay another video by our queennnn. Ok the fact that your editing and aesthetic just progressively gets better- like I didn't even know that was possible. Ilysm, you inspire us so much Linda! ❤️

[@hmmk4664]

Thank you. After the holidays I feel really bad because of how much I ate, and always think that I have do offset with exercise. Or end up restricting myself to don't eat what I like because I have had to much. I'm on this process to fight ortorexia, and this video is like a hug, because you showed me that it's ok to eat what you want and you don't have to restrict. Seriously, thank you

[@afeyakhadizaramisha9594]

It's so refreshing to hear these. Somtimes all people seek is reassurance from others,sometimes encouragement and sometimes only one push to go forward (and this could be that push). You really are special Linda. I mean i don't think even you know how many lives you are changing. Just want to say thank you. I hope you get all that your deserve!

[@lealsb930]

I always find myself wanting to be like you and having your mindset soo badly. Then I remember how long it took you to get here and how I am at a different stage in my life. And that's okay. Love you and proud of you, and everyone else reading this and maybe needing to hear it.

[@seaofclematis]

i was dealing with an exercise addiction for about 2 months before i started with my ED. i would workout every day (usually more than my plan suggested) and it got so bad that i even worked out on my birthday instead of going out with my family.. so many days were wasted and ruined because all i cared about was exercising and it was torture.

[@viart1218]

Your videos always make me cry, they touch me in ways no one has reached, you understand and for that I'm always grateful, thank you for sharing your story and for reminding us to be kind to ourselves.

[@rachaelgrig3173]

Today I tried to stop and take a break… and although I wasn’t able to do that… fully But I took 16 minutes of my usual every day hard core workout routine and tbh I’m happy because… that’s progress :)

[@ireneschultz4604]

I loved this so much! You should write a book! Your wording is poetic and so careful and precise. You took great care in what you said. Appreciate this so much!

[@ericka.leng09]

I am so proud of you Linda for taking the time to slow down and rest I know it must be so hard to feel like you are losing your goal but I care for you and ever one here, take care. I am happy you took time to realise the addiction towards exercise just realise the importance of rest and life

[@chiaratuffoli2227]

When you said something about the fact you blamed your body for the things were happening, I simply melted down into tears. I did it too. I was seeing a guy that clearly didn’t want something serious with me, and guess what? I blamed the way I looked. I started losing weight just to impress him, just to make him change his mind. He didn’t, and I was left with an eating disorder. I literally would go days without eating, and the more weight I was losing, the more I felt miserable. I skipped dinners, I ran miles just to understand that he was just a dickhead. I saved myself and after a year I found a guy that want me exactly like I am, he makes me feel worthy. And I’m not saying you need a man to believe in yourself, but sometimes a good person can help your journey. I love you Linda, you’re precious. Keep going because YOU’RE WORTHY.

[@cami1071]

I really relate everything you're saying. When there was days that I couldn't workout, I felt like guilty cause I did exercise everyday. It was exhausting and it took part of my "life" as well. Other things like... I couldn't stay still because my mind was always saying... You're gonna gain weight and stuff. And if I miss a day of working out... The next day I need to do something. The same with food... It was a nightmare.

[@asinas141]

Linda's videos always seem to brighten my day I love how she shows her vulnerable side as that is something everyone can relate especially me in this case ty Linda

[@sadiehave7174]

I stopped working out for a week and it really changed my life and my view of taking care of myself. I would highly recommend it helped me understand myself a whole lot more. I feel so much more freedom. Thank you for this!

[@staaaaacy000]

I stopped watching your videos for 1-2 months because I thought no one can help me anymore(body dysmorphia, no exercising) but since I started again You reminded me how worthy I am no matter my size ,once again.. You are really helpful and you have been doing amazing process! We are proud of you

[@rileywhite8552]

That quote “it was now me and my body, not me against my body” so so so empowering.

[@sitorafar2757]

So helpful to see the girl with same problems in past and know that she have done this. You stopped being addicted and now doing it for becoming stronger. FOR REAL WOW😍😍

[@Fluffylover121]

This is exactly what I needed. I’ve been a dancer my whole life so I was always used to being very active nearly every day because of dance, so I didn’t really stress if I didn’t get in an extra workout at the gym before class because class was still exercise. And dance always has and still does make my me feel good, physically and emotionally. But this was my first semester at uni out of state and it was a huge transition for me and I wasn’t able to dance nearly as much as I have my whole life. That’s when I realized I have a problem because I started forcing myself to wake up at 5am so that I could workout for at LEAST 3 hours before I started school work or had to go to lecture, and I’d try to workout more at night before bed. That combined with my recent ED relapse is a recipe for disaster. Even on winter break now I’ve still be waking up however early I have to to ensure I can at least get in a cardio session and 90min power yoga because I get so anxious if I miss a workout. The only way my body can force me to rest is by getting too sick to be able to workout, which is what it has decided to do now. I’d love to say that I plan to include rest days when I’m over this, but I know myself and I still don’t feel like I’m in a place to be able to put in the effort to recover from this ed relapse/exercise addiction so it is what it is I guess.

[@nora8176]

You are going to get trough this trust yourself ❤️❤️

[@sarahm2731]

I wish this video had gone on forever - it literally felt like a balm to my soul. Linda, you are incredible. Thank you for being so courageous to open up and share your experiences; your life, with hundreds of strangers. Thank you for taking care of your body, your mind, your heart and soul even though it's hard. Thank you for reminding us we are not alone - and neither are you! Thank you for showing us that we are capable! That building a healthy relationship with our bodies and ourselves is POSSIBLE. Linda Sun, you should be so proud of yourself!! You are doing amazing because you are doing your best - and that's all any of us can do. xxx (And to anyone scrolling - YOU ARE DOING SO GOOD!! Wherever you are in life atm, I hope you know how powerful, how strong, and how capable you are. Embrace the beauty that is you! And I mean beauty not just in physical, but the beauty in your soul; in who you are. Life punches hard, and it hurts, so sometimes we gotta punch it back! Not in hate or bitterness, but in waking up everyday and choosing to live, to do our best, to do what we can. Sometimes what's possible feels small, but it's not the size of what we achieve, it's the simple action of trying. Don't be afraid to try. Take a deep breath. Remind yourself that you are able. And try. Somewhere around the world, I'll be trying too. And so will millions of other people. We got this, guys. xxx)

[@sihyeonsenthusiast3776]

you know, i'm so grateful that i don't have these problems but whenever i watch your videos i literally always cry like everytime.. i guess eventhough my insecurity doesn't reach to your extent it still exists and your words are always so comforting to me.. so thank you so much for doing these types of videos. you are an inspiration to many

[@angiecolacchia2468]

You are so strong for going through all that at just 11 I had a similar experience at 18-19 2 yrs later I'm finally feeling better

[@alicegillard8720]

the fact that i truggle with lack of motivation to work out and even though we strougle/strougled with somthing of the complete opposite, i can relate to you in the fact that i am currently forsing myself to do my workouts because i want a better body showes that one day it will get better and you have shown me that. thank you so much.

[@evierich3085]

as a kid that's always been hungry and food deprived, exercise addicted mother really put me off exercise for years... exercise in moderation is extremely important, not just for yourself but even the people that are around you

[@SuperQwerty1976]

Linda you are a true blessing. I am super thankful and grateful for all your videos. You keep reminding me it is okay with who I am which is still a work in progress for me.

[@lea7835]

I'm so thankful for you to tell your story. I really needed this. I'm a person who is still going through this, working out each day, counting my calories and trying to have THAT body. I know that's not good but something in me won't stop it. Hopefully, this video helps me and whenever I need to remind myself to take a break I go back to this video. Sending all the love ❤️

[@jazrodriguez2740]

Your timing is uncanny, I was legit just in the middle of fighting off some good old fashioned body-dismorphia bc I don’t have track practice during Christmas break 👍. Thank you. I love you ❤️

[@sunflower3590]

Thank you Linda for posting on Christmas period. These days can be really stressful with all the food and your content always make me feel better and help me to let go. Thank you for your honesty I love you and I think I'm not the only one you're helping Love from France ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@mariapires7135]

I love how all your videos are at the same time incredibly necessary and a cinematic experience. Thank you for all you do, you are amazing.

[@May-ej9ej]

Yess omg I'm glad you made a video about that topic! I trained 5 years in a gym and I was obsessed to push my body to the limit and over it. It was horrible, my body hurted most of the time and I had to eat a lot to gain muscles. I had a bad relationship to food, I couldn't enjoy it... And finally, my doctor told me my body is completely stressed out, my back muscles were rock hard, it was a disaster. That was 2 years ago.. I stopped working out completely and I'm doing yoga now. But, until now, it's hard to accept the changing of my physics without hard training. Your video is helping my soul! Thank you!

[@justlikemagiciattractit]

The affirmations at the end literally made me cry. Thank u Linda for reminding me that I'm worth it and that I'm great just the way I am.

[@bobbyflamez8857]

I was an athlete my whole life. Then I spent about 6 years doing nothing. It was absolute hell trying to get back to where my mind knows I could be. If you have a workout addiction, don’t stop, try and find a new hobby 1 day a week like rock climbing or trail running. Something physical that is good for you mind and body but gives you something to look forward to other than gains

[@zkk3278]

we definitely don't deserve two Linda Sun videos in one week 😢Lov ya Sis

[@josefi3064]

Definitely one of the best and most inspiring videos Linda has ever done. This might sound cliché however, I’m gonna say it. For everything you have done Linda for me and been proud of all of us, I am proud of you now and thankful that you are with us all and helping us with our journeys with changing our mindsets to feel better in our body’s and loving the way we look. ❤️❤️

[@shruthibalachander510]

Linda, your videos always make me cry happy tears. Thank you for being you - grateful to hear your words everyday

[@mariakazanis2364]

I am in awe of you. How does this young lady that can actually be my daughter.... Yes I am much older than you... Can make me smile, ponder, appreciate, reflect.. And generally make my heart warm. Merry Christmas bella. Lots of luv

[@pauposadas989]

wow. i'm speechless. the ending was all i needed, thank you

[@evelyndubois2555]

Thank you, Linda. For being here ❤

[@astoria1331]

Watching a video of Linda solves 100% of my problems. I love you Linda. Thank you for everything.

[@Rose-oz6lt]

As someone who was miserable for a long time and only recently have began digging themselves out, I’m so upset with myself for wasting so much time worried about what my body looked like, if I’d work out enough, if what I wore looked bad on me or not. I would look at myself in almost all reflective surfaces to bully myself. Your videos have really helped me learn that the biggest person judging me was myself.

[@trishia2129]

We’ll get there, Linda ❣️

[@beareadsbooks6648]

even though i wish every single day that no one should have to go through what i'm going through, it is wonderful to have people like you to relate to. you have seriously changed my life for the better and i am ever grateful 💖💖💖

[@beckjohnson2530]

your editing Is GENIUS wtf. worth every hour.

[@arma.dhrmswr]

This is very relatable. I used to workout EVERY SINGLE DAY for a whole year and starting mid 2021 i start to feel extra tired or just not in the mood of being sweaty so i take breaks, or during periods. And honestly, it feels so much better, rewarding, and sustainable to workout because you love the feeling rather than doing it out of guilt. You go Linda, keep spreading the positivity! And thank you for this comfort place you've given to us❤️

[@shannonstokes837]

Thank you for this video Linda, I'm only 2 minutes in and already know it's gonna be amazing and very important. A really great one to see over Christmas as someone who also has struggled with exercise addiction and now tries to just exercise regularly, but took a break over the Christmas week to see family and friends.

[@aeris3501]

I never thought exercise addiction or issues with food would ever be something I would deal with, but here I am. It’s so frustrating, especially because my job is so incredibly physical. I’m trying to make healthier choices for my mental and physical health, but it’s so hard. Thank you for this video

[@allielee]

i can tell how much hard work you put into editing this video😭🥺 thank you for making my day and inspiring me always

[@berrymelon6782]

Linda THANK YOU. I commented on an earlier video suggesting this challenge , which inevitably caused much discourse. However, you are helping so many of us by proving food is not earned.

[@ceren.kirbas]

it’s the second video this week and words CANNOT describe how happy i am!!🤍🤍love you and always with you linda