Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves.
-Philippians 2:3
I have been doing a lot of reflection lately regarding my
interest in fitness and competing in general.
Competing can be quite a self-centered activity. Competitors tend to become consumed and a bit
selfish when it comes to perfecting their bodies. A few weeks ago, I realized that I was
becoming a bit more consumed with this lifestyle and my goals, so I decided to
step back and analyze things a bit. I
was planning on competing in a national level show the weekend of August 28th. I decided not to do so. I had a lot of work on my plate and I did not
feel like I was ready to bring my best package.
Additionally, I wanted to work out these issues I was having with
competing.
I kept thinking that I am
too old to compete. I mean, what business
does a 41 year old mother have walking around in a bikini on stage? The time I spend working out could be better
spend working on my career or spending time with my child, shouldn't it? And
just when I was about to gracefully bow out, a couple opportunities came
knocking at my door that would have never happened to me if I weren't into
fitness. Confirmation. I now realize that God would not have blessed
me with the ability to sculpt my body is such a way if I were not to use it in
some way. But, how does God want me to use my talents
and abilities? God wants me and you to
use our abilities for serve him by helping others. So, I will keep pressing on, blogging about
my experiences, helping people with their diets and exercise and serving Him in
any way I can though this platform. And,
I want to set an example for other women and my daughter that you can live the
life you desire, if you just keep trying and never give up. Even when things look bleak, keep pushing,
never give up. Get still and listen to
Him. God does speak to us, but if we
have too much noise going on around us, we may miss his directions. Pray for discernment to know the difference from God's direction and the ungodly.
I am a single mother and an attorney and I still find time
to take care of my health. People ask
how I do it all. Well, it is my job to
show you. I believe that God wants me to
use my experiences for the benefit of others who may struggle as I once
did. Stay tuned . . . .
