MY WEIGHT LOSS AND MINDSET JOURNEY

It was on my 48th birthday that I faced a moment I’ll never forget. I stepped on the scales, eager to see my progress, but the scale couldn’t even give me a reading—it was too heavy for it. I tipped over 24 stone, and in that instant, I realized I was carrying more than just weight—I was carrying a heavy burden of depression, self-doubt, and unhappiness. That day, I burst into tears, feeling overwhelmed and exhausted by how I’d let my health and happiness slip away.

But in that moment of vulnerability, I made a promise to myself: I was going to take control. I decided that over the next two years, I would transform not just my body, but my mind and spirit. I wanted to reach my 50th birthday as a new woman—healthier, happier, and able to truly enjoy life again.

Fast forward to my 50th birthday, a celebration not just of another year but of the journey I’d embarked on. I spent that day surrounded by family and friends, feeling proud of how far I’d come. That birthday was one of the best decisions I ever made — choosing to prioritize myself, to heal, and to grow.

Today, I stand here not just as a woman who lost weight but as someone who gained hope, resilience, and a renewed zest for life.