Diaries of a Non Diet Dietitian #2
Hello! And welcome back to blog two 😊
It’s hard to believe, but I’m already four weeks into my Graduate Diploma of Counselling at Flinders University, and I’m absolutely loving it. I’m diving into the foundations of counselling, including Motivational Interviewing, which I know will be invaluable as I grow as a practitioner.
The start to 2025 has been a tough one for me, though. I’ve experienced a significant life change that’s come with its fair share of trauma and grief, and I’m in the process of working through it all. It’s been challenging, but I’ve learned so much along the way, and I want to take a moment to share some reflections with you today.
One thing I’ve been reflecting on a lot lately is regret. It's a funny thing, isn’t it? We often don’t appreciate what we have in front of us until it’s gone.
You wanted XYZ and now it’s gone. It’s so easy to get caught in this cycle of longing for what’s no longer there but its important to remember that you did the best with the kowledge you had at the time.
This got me thinking about how we view our bodies. I’m sure many of us have experienced this—looking at photos of ourselves from years ago, thinking, “Wow, I used to hate the way I looked, but I would give anything to have that body now!” How often do we beat ourselves up about our appearance, only to look back and realize we were fine all along?
Do you want to be one of those people who looks back in 10 years and realizes just how okay you actually were at this time? Are you taking the time to appreciate the body you have right now, or are you speaking to it with negativity?
It’s so important to be mindful of what we say, both to ourselves and about ourselves. The thoughts we think, the words we speak, and the energy we put out into the world have an undeniable impact. So, I have to ask:
How are you talking to your body?
Are you thanking it for all it does for you? Our bodies are working tirelessly day in and day out, keeping us alive and moving forward. Are you listening to its signals—whether it's hunger, fatigue, or the need for rest—and honoring those needs, or are you pushing them down in an attempt to shrink yourself?
When you look at your reflection, how do you speak to yourself? Are you criticizing your body, or are you acknowledging what it has been through? Have you praised it lately for all that it allows you to do, for how it adapts and heals?
It’s something worth reflecting on, especially today, because your body will continuously change throughout your life—and that’s completely okay. It is exactly where it is meant to be right now.
I hope this gives you a moment to pause and consider how you're treating yourself. Remember, the way we talk to ourselves shapes the way we move through the world. So let’s try to show up for ourselves with kindness and gratitude.
Something to think about this Thursday, and I hope this reflection was useful to you in some way.
Take care, and be kind to yourself today.
Cheers,
Mattea