GOING POSITIVE
I always wanted to look like the slim girls on TV even though I knew that it was impossible.I worried about my weight and tried every new diet I read about online.I tried nofat, lowfat, 5∶2, only bananas, no bananas — I almost went bananas, too.
Then I read an article that said instead of asking “Am I fat？” I should be asking “Am I fit？” I had no idea a letter could make such a difference! Once I started thinking about fitness rather than weight, things began to change.Instead of saying “I want to lose three kilos”， I would say “I want to run two kilometres in eight minutes” or “I want to be able to do 30 pushups”．Rather than cutting out the foods I enjoyed, I added healthy foods to my meals.I could still have a burger now and then, but I would add a salad or an apple.
Finally, I stopped comparing myself with actresses and models and looking for things that were wrong with my face or body.Instead, I made a list of the things I liked about myself.By being positive about myself and my body, I became both happier and healthier.
