Consequences
We think we’re invincible, don’t we. “Bad stuff happens to other people.” And we go on our merry way thinking the breakfast donut or egg sandwich is a once-in-a-while treat, even though we “treat” ourselves every other day. We justify fast food burgers and fries as “cheaper than buying groceries” and excuse ourselves on the basis of having worked a long day and simply don’t have the energy to cook. Besides, there’s nothing decent in the fridge.
Pretty soon the justifications and excuses and treats add up to extra pounds on the scale, but it’s easy to just hide the darn thing under the bed. Pants getting tighter? Buy a size (or 3) bigger. No worries. Before we know it, we’re having trouble catching our breath after climbing just one short flight of stairs, the office chair is getting snug (who needs arms rests anyway), and people seem uncomfortable around us.
We put off going to the doctor even though we know an annual check up is pretty important. What do they know, anyway. Get all the blood tests and whatnot, go back for test results and just nod no matter what the health expert says.
“Lose some weight” goes in one ear and out the other. “You’re at risk for diabetes.” Don’t wanna hear it. Isn’t it time for coffee? Maybe treat ourselves to a cupcake while we’re at it?
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