Between the abundance of food and the hours spent preparing for Thanksgiving feasts, it’s crucial to stay focused on the true meaning of the holiday — this is the time to give thanks for what you have!
The journey with weight and health can be long and frustrating. Filled with bumps, curves, roadblocks and climbs, it’s rarely easy. In fact, it can be one of the most difficult challenges you’ve faced or are currently going through. But, no matter the difficulty, we all have one thing in common: we’re on the road to better health.
So, this Thanksgiving holiday, it’s time to step back and examine your journey with eyes of gratitude!
3 Key Things to be Grateful for this Thanksgiving
You’ve Taken the First Step – By landing on this page, you know that Your Weight Matters for your health. And, if you’ve taken our campaign challenge, you’ve taken charge of your weight and health by taking the very first step — talking about it. Maybe you’ve opened up to a spouse, family member or close friend. Perhaps you’ve talked with your doctor about how to improve your weight and health. No matter who is “in” on your journey, be thankful that you’ve conquered the first challenge: opening up!
You Have a Support System – There is no particular way that a support system should look. You may have five or more people helping you on your journey with weight and health, or you may just have one or two. Maybe you have an excellent doctor or physician who is helpful in the process. Even if you don’t feel like you have someone to confide in and help you along the way, you have the support of the Your Weight Matters community that wants to see you succeed and be your best self! Still looking for the right accountability/support partner? CLICK HERE.
Your Journey Teaches You Valuable Lessons – All of those hurdles, valleys and bumps in the road aren’t there for nothing! Every time you get back up and try again, you’re putting a message out into the world that you CAN do it. You CAN find the best version of yourself! By pushing through your obstacles, turning to your support system and equipping yourself with tools and resources, you are also building strength and endurance. You are learning that the best rewards in life come from hard work, dedication and determination.
No matter where you’re at along your journey with weight and health, you have something to be grateful for! We encourage you to take some time during this special day and season to reflect on how far you’ve come and what you’re looking forward to. The Your Weight Matters Campaign wishes you a happy and healthy Thanksgiving holiday!
