It's Just That Simple

"Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in You."
Psalm 56:3

I don't know about you, but I have a tendency to complicate things.  Overanalyze situations, and conversations, and well let's just say I can make life harder than it has to be sometimes.  That has definitely been the case for me in weight loss in the past.  Looking for the "quickest way to drop 50 pounds" time and time again, left me more frustrated, heavier, and with yet another cookbook and folder of downloads collecting dust on my shelf and taking up space in my laptop.  Friend, if that is you, please allow me to save you time, money, and energy, by breaking this down for you the easiest way I know how.  
This journey you are on is not, was not, and will never be about food.  I know that's hard to believe, but it's true.  Food is the tool satan uses to keep you from success, sure.  But it's not about that.  It is about trusting God.  Trusting Him to be your everything.  Food has become your crutch of sorts.  You lean on it for comfort, satisfaction, pleasure, curing ailments of boredom, fear, anxiety.  And that is the short list.
It is a tactic of satan to distract you from "casting your burdens on the Lord." I pray this revelation changes the way you approach your journey today.  Don't complicate your journey today.  Realize and commit that today, instead of going to the pantry when you feel anxious, or a little stressed, your will heed the words of David and say,
"When I am afraid, I will put my trust in You."
It's just that simple!

Let's Pray.
Dear God,
I have a history of making weight loss complicated.  Looking for the easy way out, has actually caused me to gain, and not lose.  Making the journey longer than it really needs to be.  I praise You continually for revelations about why and when I eat.  I thank You right now God that I am learning to lean on You to be my everything; and that includes my weight loss coach!  Thank You yet again for confirming that this WILL be the very last weight time I every have to lose this weight!
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ I pray,
Amen

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E4M DAILY STRATEGY
It's Just That Simple
The KISS Method is often implemented for weight loss.
Keep
It
Simple
Sweetie
Every step in your weight loss journey should be as simple as possible.  That's how you stay engaged and motivated.  Make it complicated and you will quit.  Try implementing these four simple principles in your weight loss journey today and you too will say, it is as "Simple As That!"

1. One meal/one snack at a time. Don’t get overwhelmed. Just think, “All I have to do is be concerned with eating healthy right now.”  Then worry about the next meal when it comes. (There's a scripture there somewhere!)

2.  The same concept applies if you like to meal plan.  When preparing your meals for the week, stay simple. Pick a few favorite meals and snacks, and then mix and match them throughout the week.  Paying attention to adding fresh veggies where you can.  Why focus on veggies?  They will fill you up, while not loading you up with calories.

3. Keep exercise simple, but keep it. Studies indicate that exercise is crucial for long-term wellness. Improved mood, sleep and increased ability to maintain weight loss are just a few benefits. But hours in the gym are not! Just 20-30 minutes/day of strength training or cardio can do the trick!

4.  Pray before and after every meal.  Ask God to give you the ability to slow down, taste every single bite of the food He has provided for you, and thank Him for transforming your relationship with food.  

Keep it Simple today and everyday!
It's Just That Simple