Sunday is normally a fantastic day of rest, or so you would think, unless you are a Slimming World Consultant. This is when many consultants spend a few hours doing Slimming World mid week support. I know this, because whenever I ask my friend to come out for a walk on a Sunday, she always refuses as she is doing midweek support. Consultants respect and admire all their members. After all, without their members, they wouldn’t have a business. They want their members to be successful at weight loss. There are six straightforward reasons for this:

1. If a member loses weight, they will tell family and friends how they did it and hopefully suggest to family and friends that they should join the group if they need to lose weight.
2. When members reach their goal weight, they are a perfect advertisement for the club.
3. Consultants take pride in helping their members move from where they were to where they want to be. Either a number on the scales, fitting into a wedding dress or any other goal the member has.
4. Consultants want the people in the group to be happy and excited about the changes in their lives.
5. Members are the lifeline of the group, and if you get a few members who love coming and make the group a joy to be in,  other members will come and stay. Not just to lose weight, but for friendship and fun.
6. The Consultants, like their members, become vested in their lives. They celebrate and support members when times are good and hard.

Slimming World Mid Week Support

Slimming World Mid week support comes in a variety of ways. It can be a general video on Facebook or YouTube. It can be single text messages and emails to each individual member. All messages are personal and encouraging. Commenting on their weight loss that week. Asking if they need any help or support. Depending on your group, this can take an hour to three. It usually takes me about three hours.

This is not to mention individual meetings. My friend has had several one-to-one’s with my members, as they found the plan hard. When she talk to them, it’s not the plan they find challenging, but what is going on at home. Most women find that they have lost themselves in the roles of wife, mother, daughter, employee, etc. They find it challenging to discover who they are and if they like themselves. As one of her members recently told me, Slimming World was the only place she could go to be themselves. It was the one place where they were Katie, and no one was yelling for something. No one wanted anything from her. This was the place she could be herself. Listening to these stories repeatedly reveals that going to and staying in a group is much more than a weight loss programme. Many of these ladies have put everyone first and lost themselves. This is the place where they are trying to find themselves.

Confidence within members

One of the other significant aspects of being a consultant is seeing the confidence growing in each member. A recent widow joined our group and was in tears as she discussed how she put on her weight. Losing her husband was too much for her, and she found comfort in food. She put on the weight and now wants to be the woman she remembers as she faces her grief. It is taking time, but her confidence is growing with each meeting. The way she walks and carries herself. The way she interacts with the group and the friends she makes.

Time for Me

I found that day 10 was a tough day on my eating plan and I am having that feeling where I start to go awry. I am sure you know the feeling. You have been on plan for ages; nothing changes, yet you are still slogging your guts out to stay on plan. McDonald’s and cakes are being advertised on TV; if I never see an advert for chocolate, it will be too soon.

To overcome this 30-minute self-depravation pity party, because that is what it is, I took my dog out for a really nice long walk. We have a rule: I decided on the walk during the week. Usually, it’s walking into work and home again. On weekends, it is her choice, and she knows it. This week, we went on a nature walk. We have several fields near us, and she wanted to explore those. She took her time, and what was meant to be an hour’s walk turned out to be about two hours.

A Childs Scooter

En route, I found a child scooter thrown in the hedge, so I picked it up and started to ride it. It took me back to my youth; anyone looking on would have thought we were mad. I was on a kid’s scooter, and the dog crouched behind me, thinking she would fall off any minute. I didn’t, but it made me smile and lifted my mood. It’s incredible what people will throw away. Last week, I found a new pair of NEXT curtains, just dumped in the hedgerow. I took them home, washed them and now they are in the spare bedroom.

I completed my 10,000-foot falls today, which I know is excellent for my body’s overall health. I’m dedicated to my weight loss journey this week and giving it my all. When I got home, I was pleasantly surprised that the roast chicken was almost ready to be served. I had to set the table, make some gravy (only 3 syns, which is not too bad), and serve up.

Can’t beat a disaster movie for relaxation

After indulging in a satisfying lunch, I decided to dedicate my afternoon to some relaxation and entertainment. I settled in front of the TV, watching a disaster movie. It was the perfect way to unwind and recharge before the impending workweek, a brief escape into the world of fiction and action.

As the day transitions into the evening, I find myself in a state of optimism and anticipation. While keeping my fingers crossed and hoping for a positive outcome when I step on the scales this week, I’m consciously avoiding putting undue pressure on myself. Weight loss is a journey with its ebbs and flows, and I’ve come to understand that it’s essential to maintain a balanced and sustainable approach.

Staying on the Slimming World Food Optimising Plan

My focus remains on staying committed to my goals, whether they involve making healthier food choices, engaging in regular physical activity, or cultivating a more positive mindset. The results will come, but they’re just one part of the larger picture. What truly matters is the ongoing effort, the daily choices that align with my aspirations, and the persistent dedication to my well-being.

So, as I look ahead to the coming week, I do so with a heart full of hope and determination. Each step towards a healthier me is in the right direction, and I’m excited to continue this journey. Challenges, moments of temptation, and occasional setbacks may exist, but it’s all part of the process. With commitment, patience, and the understanding that every day is a new opportunity to make progress, I embrace the future with open arms, eagerly awaiting its best.

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