I'm excited to share this Going Public story from Stasi, who is currently in the middle of her weight loss journey and on the road of hitting her goal:
1.
How did you feel before DBC?
Before making the leap and signing up for DBC, I was feeling desperate. I had tried, tried and tried some more to have victory over my eating habits and weight
but I was struggling AGAIN. I can’t say
that I was hopeless because it was hope that brought me searching for help but
I was running very low on it. I knew that
I needed a program that went beyond food and calorie counting and addressed the
deeper issues in me that led to my overeating and feelings of being out of
control.
When I found DBC, I found what I was looking for.
Remember when you started this journey? How does your weight
loss journey now compare to what you thought going into it?
I am reminded that in the story of the Tortoise and the Hare –
it was the tortoise that won the race.
In the past, I have done weight loss programs that offered speedy
results. I’ve had success at many of
them. But the quicker I lost the weight,
the quicker it came back on. And then
some. Classic. This time, following the State of Slim
program, the rule is slow and steady. As
in S.L.O.W. and steady. I’m not after a
quick fix. I’m after a life long
change.
I honestly thought I would have lost more weight than I have at
this point into my DBC journey (6 months in and 40 pounds down with 30 more to
go). But I am not discouraged. The changes
in my life go way beyond the scale and I am confident that I will meet my
goals. I am on my way. I am confident that this tortoise is going to
win and the results are going to last.
3.
What has been your biggest "Aha" or breakthrough
moment?
A breakthrough moment for me was when my weight loss stalled. Rather than get discouraged and go back to
old habits, (as in, “What the
heck?!?! This is not working anymore, I
might as well eat as many donuts as I want!”) I stuck with the program knowing that soon
my body would be ready to begin losing again.
And it did. The “Aha” moment was
recognizing the change in me – I’m not in this for 6 weeks or even 6 months but
for the rest of my life!
I believe I can succeed so I will succeed.
NOW
What are you most proud of/grateful for so far?
I’m grateful for the community of DBC’ers and all the support
from my fellow companions and the amazing coaches. They inspire and encourage me every day! With their help, I’ve put into practice much
that is changing the way I approach my life, my attitudes and my daily
practices. I’m proud of how much
stronger I’ve become and so grateful for the community that I am a part of!
If you could give one piece of advice to someone considering
this journey, what would it be?
I would tell them that this isn’t merely a short-term diet
protocol to follow until you reach your goals.
This is a lifestyle change. This takes commitment coupled with fiery
desire and if you have that – I can’t
recommend the program highly enough. It
will work. It will change your
life. You can do it. You can achieve your goals and you can hold
on to them. Take the leap.
How do you feel now?
Hopeful. Confident. Supported.
Expectant.
What has been the most valuable part of DBC?
The most valuable part is a challenge to choose. The Phases, the recipes, the plan to follow
are all incredibly helpful and lead to results.
But I’d have to say it’s the ongoing support via the community and
coaches that is the most valuable part!
I am not doing it alone and when I fail or fall, there is someone (or
MANY someone’s!) who believe in me and encourage me to get back up and press
on! I love doing this with others!
How has this journey changed your life?
It’s made me more mindful of my inner world. It’s helped me to dream of where I want to go
and also believe that I will. It’s
helped me to step out of my comfort zone and stretch myself in so MANY
ways! My confidence is soaring. My desires are re-awakening. I’m living my life more fully than ever!
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