Stop with the body talk

     It is hurtful. It's not appreciated. It's definitely not wanted. Please stop commenting on my body, other people's bodies, or even sometimes your own.

     I'm not trying to say don't talk about your own body as I understand that sometimes we need to talk about our own. Sometimes it is okay for me to hear it and I know that sometimes it is helpful to discuss what you are feeling in your own body.

     I also know that sometimes your comments don't hurt me. They aren't harmful. I know that you don't intend to hurt me usually, especially if you and I are close or you love me, but these things can hurt. Watching our words are so important. The phrases that come out of our mouth can do serious damage, a lifetime of pain. 

     Sometimes you get so caught up in speaking what comes to your mind, saying your truths, or attempting to be funny that things slip. I understand that. I'm not saying that I never do these things, as I have, but in the future, please just try to know that your words do impact me, and other people. Know that you can control what comes out of your mouth and that thinking about your phrases before speaking to ensure that what you are saying is something that you would be okay hearing, that you would say to a child or a grandparent, that it is uplifting and wholesome, and that it is considerate and true. Are your words helpful and was it necessary for you to say them? How would you feel if you heard these words about yourself or a loved one? I'd imagine that all of the hurtful things we have been called are not ones that we would want to be called again or be okay telling a family member those things. In fact, we'd probably wish they were never said in the first place. Think before you speak, please.

I started this blog as a memoir to share some of my life stories with you. My goal is that these encourage and educate you on how to live a more joyful, healthier, full life; one of hope.

I write about my fascination with whole foods, my love of Jesus, my struggles, my childhood stories, my passion for education, and my devotion to creating a healthy life (body, mind, and spirit) for every person in the world.