Take One Small, Short Step at a Time

Take One Small, Short Step at a Time

I have been thinking about the purpose of Transform Shadows and where to go with it now that I have this endeavor up and running.

When I first made my story and website public, I had decided on two seemingly contradictory timelines to guide myself through breaking my silence.

These timelines show my ongoing learning around making changes in small, short steps.

I can shut this down at any time.

Even though I no longer see my weight as a character flaw, I worried about how social stigmas around weight, obesity, and disordered eating patterns would impact me.

Giving myself a way out helps me push publish – every single time I share something.

So far, so good. My world has not collapsed. And, there are people who have shared that my words and story are resonating with them.

Thank you to those who have liked or commented publicly or privately on any of the ideas. Your support takes me to my second timeline.

I will try this for a year.

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