It’s the season for diet culture. It seems like every advert on TV has some diet plan, buy this, lose weight quickly, and to be honest it is exhausting seeing it all. It feels like it is pretty much all consuming seeing all these diet ad’s on TV. The other reason I’m writing this is because someone made a comment about my weight while I was out – not even to my face. They thought they were being quiet but saying I need to eat less cake & more fruit, I was looking at protein bars. What is wrong with the world?
Since when was it okay to question the way someone looks and what they should be doing with their body? I work out 5 times a week, I eat healthy and lift weights, I’m healthy and happy. There are more important things in the world than the number on a scale & the number on your clothes, they also don’t define your happiness.
1. Family & my husband – My family are everything to me, I’ll be forever grateful for them. Paul has been my rock through everything.
2. Friends – Friends are the glue that keeps your head on straight and if you saw my post the other day about Greys Anatomy (read that here) friends can also become your family.
3. Making memories – It’s so important to make memories with the people you love.
4. Cups of coffee – I’m definitely more of a people person when I’ve had a cup of coffee.
5. Making time for self care – I’ve not been the greatest at that lately, but my husband has been pushing me to make sure that I get better at making time for relaxing.
6. Warm cookies – Warm cookies are the best kind of cookies in my opinion, especially when the chocolate is still melting.
7. Pet cuddles – Whether I have cuddles with BB-8 or the cats, it’s amazing how much better a pet cuddles can make your day.
8. Getting lost in a good book – I’m currently doing the GoodReads challenge – I’ve got my current to be read list here and I’m loving having a read at night.
9. Saying no – Learning to say no is a massive thing for me, but it’s an important thing to do when you need to make more time for yourself and other things in your life.
10. Potatoes – Anything that comes in potato form, I’m all about that.
11. Movie days with snacks – There is nothing better than having a movie day with snacks and forgetting about the world.
12. Fairy lights – They always make everything ridiculously cosy.
13. Doing what makes you happy – There is nothing more important than your own happiness.
14. Laughing till your sides hurt – Having people around you that make you laugh till your sides hurt is definitely something I appreciate.
15. Going out for dinner – Going out for dinner is one of my favourite things to do – especially pizza or Indian food.
16. Treating your body well – Your body is your best friend, treat it with kindness.
17. Naps – Let’s be honest taking a nap is the best thing to pass the time.
18. Your health – Your health isn’t defined by that number, nor is anything else for that matter.
19. Long walks – I love a long walk just to clear my head, it can really helps me to get centred and focused.
20. When your phone charge lasts longer than a day – That is a miracle of modern science, but it does happen on occasions with my phone!
21. Taking Time Away – I’ve definitely been doing that a lot lately but I’m going to be doing it a lot more, mainly because I notice a massive difference in the way I feel when I do.
22. Being honest with yourself about how you feel – I’ve not done this as much lately, when in reality I should have done, but if there is something wrong, be honest with yourself, talk about it, including to the people you love. They care about you.
23. Treating yourself – We all need to treat ourselves sometimes, whether it is to something we have wanted for a while or just a treat of a nice hot bath with some lovely scented candles. Regardless treat yourself.
24. Being yourself no matter what – You should never be anything else other than yourself and don’t let anyone else tell you differently.
25. Curling up in cosy clothes – Cosy clothes are the best kind of clothes if I’m honest and when the weather gets cold I need all the cosy layers known to man.
Not all of these are linked to size, they’re also linked to happiness and at the end of the day your size, the scale and anything like that doesn’t mean you’re more or less of a beautiful person. Life doesn’t revolve around a number on a scale.
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I LOVE this post!💚 I agree with pretty much everything haha. I haven’t weighed myself in about 5 years, it’s not important to me anymore (apart from doctors) and I used to be obsessed so I just had to stop! I love going for walks and warm cookies are amazing 😍 haha. Oh and I love your hair colour btw. Great post xx
Thank you so much my darling, I think scales can be so damaging sometimes! xxxx
I really love this blog post beautiful. It’s so positive and I adore all of the things you listed as I can completely relate to them all. I have to admit I done a little nodd to you listing coffee as your second favourite thing – we’re so similar! LOL. Love you darling. 🌸💜
With love, Alisha Valerie x | http://www.alishavalerie.com
Hahaha you always need a good cup of coffee to be honest. It makes the world go round! xxxx
I’ve been a bit obsessed with my weight over the past year and it’s still so important to me but there are other things that are important x
http://www.ofbeautyandnothingness.co.uk
I have been a bit too, mainly for health reasons, but my weight doesn’t always determine health! xxx
Great post and most things are definitely more important! I hate diet culture but I’m all for people wanting to get healthier (if they want to for whatever reason). But even so, the number on the scale doesn’t mean much anyway!
I totally agree, do what is best for you, but no one should feel like they have to lose weight because of adverts on the TV! xxx
What a wonderful article!◝(ᵔᵕᵔ)◜ I can relate in many ways!
So glad you can relate my lovely! xxxx
Love this! So many more important things in life than the number on the scales! Hit the nail on the head with this post!
So glad you agree my lovely! xxxx
Yes to all of these things! For such a long time I was obsessed with how much I weighed and now I’m more about being happy and healthy, there is so much more to life than what size you are in clothes. Loved this! xx
Tiffany x http://www.foodandotherloves.co.uk
I used to be the same, but the number on the scale doesn’t always define your happiness and that is important to remember! xxxx
Thank you so much for sharing this, I love this post and totally relate to all of these things. Life is so much better if you simply focus on the things that matter. Weight is just a number and Being healthy and happy is far more important!
x Patty • https://www.pattycular.com
Exactly and the number on a scale doesn’t define your health or happiness! xxxx
Love this post, i hate the pressure of losing weight, like i know i need to for my health but mentally i cant seem to force myself to do it.
Honestly my darling it is hard, but you should always do what makes you happy my lovely! If it is something you want to do, just small steps can make a big difference xxxx
Loved this post! It’s so true, size is nothing but a number and shouldn’t be thought about as much as it is. I love fairy lights, they do always make things better! Xx
Fairy lights really do make everything super cosy and make everything! xxxx
love this post! what an ass hat that person was for making a comment about your weight! it’s just common decency to not comment on anyone’s weight and i really don’t understand why that can be such a hard concept to grasp. either way i’m so sorry you had to deal with that, but what a great way to turn it around into a positive. i have to agree warm cookies are the best, my mom is always question why the batches keep getting smaller between baking times and it’s bc i’m eating all the freshly baked cookies lol! x
mich / simplymich.com
I think at the end of the day, my weight is my business, I’m healthy and happy and that is all that matters! xxx
I loveeee this post! I hate that there’s a pressure in the media to loose weight. Loved reading all of these, way more important things to worry about 🙂
Kate | http://www.katelovesx.co.uk/
Thank you my angel, so glad you loved this post! xxxx
You always manage to hit some really poignant points in your blog posts and this is another fantastic one. I’m struggling with a few things myself at the moment and it’s so inspirational reading this – thank you so much!
If there is anything I can do to support you my lovely, I’m here for you! xxxx
I love this post! Thank you so much for writing it. Most of the society still places a large value on the size of people. So many people are born hating their size and it’s really wrong. I hope this post encourages other people to love themselves irrespective of their weight and to ignore the haters and bigots. Great post x
Taiwo | https://www.alifestylenerd.wordpress.com
I really hope it does too because your weight doesn’t determine the kind of person you are! xxx
Potatoes are always a winner!
You’re so right, numbers on scales aren’t everything!
Honestly who doesn’t love a good potato?! xxx
Love this! I started (stopped?) not weighing myself when I started FASTer Way to Fat loss in January and I feel so much freedom!
That is amazing my darling, I’m so happy you stopped weighing yourself my lovely! xxx
I love your list posts so much and this one especially – I’ve had comments on and off about my weight all my life and it used to really upset me, nowadays I try hard not to let it get me down but sometimes it can still hit me hard. I love the way you included so much of what’s important on this list, family, friends and self acceptance are also on the top of my list. Thanks for sharing! xx
I know what you mean, it’s bloody hard when people feel the need to comment, but it doesn’t define you and you’re beautiful just the way you are! xxxx
I definitely agree that napping is the best way to pass the time Aimee! I’m sick of seeing all about weight loss, and dieting pretty much everywhere. Be happy being you is what I say and I love that you’re doing exactly that.
Kayla ♥︎ http://www.kaylajayne.co.uk
It’s totally okay if you want to lose weight but do it in a healthy way! xxxx
Treating my body well has always been a struggle for me. So I went Plant Based! I love this post. Definitely tips I need to remind myself of.
Congrats on going plantbased my darling, that is amazing! xxxxx
I love this post! I’ve been trying to move away from the numbers on the scales and focus on my health instead and how I feel in my body. It’s important to take time to appreciate the things that actually matter in life xxx
Ashley
https://lellalee.com
Exactly and there is more to life than counting calories and the numbers on clothes. Happiness is what makes the world go round! xxx
Loved this post! Its all about changing your perspective and realising life is more than scales.
Char xo || http://www.memoirsmusings.com
I totally agree, a scale doesn’t show health at the end of the day, it’s just a measurement! xxx
I love the authenticity and truth in this post. Society has made us think that how we look is more important than anything but it also forgets that there are other more crucial things than just the looks. Great post😊
I totally agree and society puts such a value on your weight and your size when there shouldn’t be! xxxx
Great post! It’s so important not to let your diet take over your life even if you are trying to lose some weight. There’s almost always something more important, like potatoes for example… x
Sophie
http://www.glowsteady.co.uk
Exactly, and who can resist a good potato? They are perfect in all forms! xxx
I like how you included small things – I can tell you choose to appreciate them more in life than others do. A lot of people would enjoy reading this and definitely something take onboard, such as your weight not defining who you are.
Johnny | Johnny’s Traventures
https://johnnystraventures.com
The small things in life make the bigger things happen in my opinion! xxx
Such an important blog post, I love how you have included the small things which are so important to always remember!
Sara | http://www.copperandsun.co.uk/
They’re so important to remember, mainly because they’re what lead you to making the bigger things happen! xxx
Yesss! I loved this post, and I think it’s one that I needed to read as I’m so conscious about my weight and that number. I loved the when your phone charge lasts more than a day one haha living for it x
If your phone lasts it’s like a miracle of modern science and you feel like you’ve done something right haha! xxx
This is so important Amie! It’s so easy to get caught up on a number on the scale to not enjoy life and the people around you. I have been trying to lead a healthier life, and make healthier choices, but not to lose weight per se, but more for my own health.
That is amazing my darling, healthier choices are so important and it can really help just to give you more energy! xxxx
I love this post Amie! I agree, there are so many more important things in life than a number on a scale. My favourites in your list are warm cookies, naps and pet cuddles! Yay for movie days with ALL the snacks too! Thank you for sharing, such a lovely post! <3 xx
Bexa | http://www.hellobexa.com
I’m so glad you love this post my darling, and let’s be honest you can’t have a movie day without snacks! xxxx
This is such a lovely post, Amie. Yes to potatoes, warm cookies and cat cuddles. And to treat days, time out and self-care are so important, I learned that the hard way last year. Thank you for sharing 🙂 x
Lisa | http://www.lisasnotebook.com
We all need to take care of ourselves and adding a few selfcare days in is so important! xxx
I absolutely LOVE this post Amie. You’re so right! I’ve had so many people comment on my weight, complete strangers in the street, so I know how horrible it feels. But there are so many things that are more important to me, and so many that are on this list – potatoes being number one haha! Thank you for sharing, as always you’ve put a smile on my face!
Beth x Adventure & Anxiety
I’m so glad I can put a smile on your face my darling. It’s bloody awful when people make comments but don’t let them get to you, you’re beautiful inside and out! xxxx
Pet cuddles make everything better xx
I totally agree my lovely! xxx
I agree with you pretty much! Very beautiful picture though, so sweet! Family is everything and I don’t take my nap for granted lol x
Yes! Never take nap time for granted, it’s like the essence of life having a nap! xxx
Great post, and yes, caffeine makes dealing with people so much easier hehe
I totally agree, I’m more of a people person after caffeine! xxx
There’s so anythings more important – like enjoying a meal without worrying about the calories or how it’s going to contribute! Loved this post x
Exactly, calories aren’t the enemy, you need those to live! xxx
This is a great post with such an important message. I honestly don’t know when we made the shift, but today’s society seems to see the weight issue as black and white – either you embrace everyone’s weight and encourage them regardless of what may have led to it (including people who are facing serious health concerns) or you judge and criticize people openly… Why can’t we find that middle ground where we focus instead on loving, accepting and encouraging people to be happy and healthy instead?
Britt | http://alternativelyspeaking.ca
I really wish there was a middle ground, but I don’t think it will happen in my lifetime! xxx
Oh my goodness yes, I love this post. Warm cookies are SO much more important than a number on a scale to me haha!
Soph – https://sophhearts.com x
Especially when the chocolate is warm and melting. OMG I need a cookie! xxxx
I 100% agree with every one of these. This was lovely to read.
http://littlemissmelanie.com
Thank you so much my angel! xxxx
This is the cutest post I’ve read in a while. Just reading this made me smile and nod my head
🙂
Helen
Tea in the Tub
I’m so glad you loved it my darling! xxx
Cups of coffee WITH milk, because I’ve not got time for those americanos! I loved reading this and it came at just the right moment. I’ve reached a point in my recovery when i’m at the highest weight i’ve been in years, which is hard to adjust to, but it’s so important to hold onto those little things <3 Especially things that are only possible when you stop caring about your weight!
Bumble and Be
I can totally understand that my lovely, but you’ve done so well with your recovery and come so far! If you need anything please let me know I’m here for you my lovely! xxxx
Potatoes ARE the best aren’t they? 😀
Love Vicki ♡ victoriajanex blog
Potatoes are everything, they’re my absolute favourite food group! xxxx
I love this post SO much! Such an important message! I’ve definitely needed a reminder of this recently to be fair xo
Sian | http://www.siankathrine.co.uk
Thank you my darling, I really hope it helps others! Xxx
YESS!!! I love this so much! I need to stop stressing over the numbers, you are so right!
Erin || MakeErinOver
This is so positive and I love it! I’m definitely victim to obsessing about the number on the scale, but will take these things into consideration when next worrying about it.
Amy | hookedonthemusic.com
Oh Amie, I absolutely loved this post! All of this is so true. There definitely are more important things than the numbers on the scale 🙂
✖️Jasmin
// overdosedoncaffeine.com
I definitely agree with everyone else – love this blog post!! I hate diets, I think from the age of 14 I was told I needed to diet. I look at my photos back then and I wasn’t even very overweight, I was just curvy. Since then I must’ve tried every diet in the book, every fad diet, you name it, I’ve probably tried it. It made me nothing but miserable. So I absolutely agree with everything you have said, wholeheartedly!! Happiness is what counts, not numbers on a scale. 🙂
Sarah 🌺 || Boxnip
Great post and I love how positive it is.
I’ve tried hard not to be obsessed by numbers, whether that’s on the scales or the label on my clothes. But growing up we were brainwashed into thinking “thin was in” and for a time it was something i strived for. It seems silly now. I have a goal weight in mind at the moment but that number isn’t everything anymore, I’d rather be fit and healthy.
this post is so refreshing! I love it
I love this! I really try not to worry about the number on the scale but some days are just harder than others! Thank you for sharing this today!
💗 Alexx | Aesthetics by Alexx
https://aestheticsbyalexx.com
YES!!
I’ll admit, I have a scales-based goal, because I know I could be healthier. But ultimately, if I feel healthy, I eat well, I move my body and I feel happy – who cares what number’s on the scale?!
Thank you for such a wonderful reminder 🙂
Have a lovely week
Sammy | The Self Care Sloth