This has definitely been a week of life lessons for me. The biggest lesson I've learned this week, though, is that I need to keep being the best version of me. I can't let others decide what that means. I've learned this week that I really do love my job and I take pride in taking care of my patients. I work with a doctor that trusts me, believes in me, and helps me realize everyday that I am where I need to be, doing what I am supposed to be doing. Most importantly, I am lucky enough to call her a friend.
Another lesson I've learned this week... that I've had a hard time grasping in the past... is that the scale is not the best indicator of my success in this journey. On August 1st I took some pictures (I will spare you the images!). I took the same pictures again on September 1st, and then again yesterday. Even though the scale has decided to stay put, I can definitely see how far I've come in these pictures. The biggest difference being just in the past 3 weeks. I didn't plan on taking these pictures again until the 1st, but I am so glad I decided to yesterday. It was something I really needed to see. All of the hard work, and early mornings, are paying off! I even think a dress fitting may be in order very soon! It's going to be hard... But the scale is going away very soon.
I need to thank all of the people that put up with my emotions this week. It was truly one of the hardest weeks I've been through in a very long time, but I came out stronger and better for it. And, really, this journey that I'm on helped me get through it all. It has made me stronger, physically and mentally. The confidence I am gaining back is something I can't even put into words. Times like these really make you see the true colors in people, and you learn who you need to keep in your life. I truly am lucky to have so many amazing, supportive people in my life!