Everything will fall into place - it always does.
An issue of the Chidera Peters Dispatch (CPD)
Hi, I’m writing today’s email more out of the habit of it rather than out of having something to share. You know how they say some days are difficult? Well, I’ve been having a couple of difficult days. I didn’t want to get out of bed initially, and I’ve spent the whole day under the duvet lying on my couch, switching between watching television and pressing my phone.
It’s a couple of things - work stress amped up this weekend, and then a new task came up that might require me to postpone a trip I had planned for Friday. Moving this trip will cost about £350, and that’s a lot of money I don’t want to spend😕. Trying to fit all the things I have to do this coming week into my schedule has been doing my head in. In addition, today was the “check-in/measurement” day for my fitness journey, and I climbed the scale only to see that I’ve gained weight, hence the tweet below.
HOW??? I’m just tired. Apart from the fact that I didn’t stick to eating “right” this weekend, I didn’t expect to see an increase in my weight. I’ve literally been doing everything right. I’d be lying to you if I didn’t say that I AM SUPER EXHAUSTED. I think it’s time to accept my current weight and try to maintain it. No one told me getting older brings so much baggage - I had never had weight issues until my mid-twenties. And it’s not like I’m trying to lose or control my weight simply because of an aesthetic. On the contrary, it’s mainly because I want to manage my PCOS symptoms. But I keep going in circles, and I’m running out of momentum to continue😰.
On the other hand, one of the sponsors for my upcoming event, Wealth and Wellness, can no longer commit due to some circumstances. And my mind has been asking me if I’m not in over my head - planning an event where I want 80 women to attend. I mean, I’ve been slightly worried about the costs😬, but this isn’t my first rodeo - I have planned and executed even bigger events with little or no support from any external body. So despite the last-minute cancellations, this event will turn out just fine. I won’t and refuse to stress about it. Everything will fall into place - it always does✨.
By the way, if you haven’t gotten a ticket yet, use the code MONEYWIFE to get £5 off. You’re welcome.
♥️ Things I love
I started reading the book Wahala by Nikki May, and so far, I love it😁. It’s my companion every night before I drift into sleep.
🎉 Things I’m proud of this week
Writing this email today
Drinking lots of water daily
Not giving up
I’m thinking of what else to write, but there’s no need to force it, so I’ll stop here. I hope you’re having a much better weekend than I am. Please drink water after reading this email and wear sunscreen this week.
-XOXO Chidera
So sorry to hear that you're having such a hard time. I pray that God takes you through it.
I haven't struggled with weight, but I understand the feeling of putting in a lot of work and seeing no results. That happened to one of the social media pages I've been managing.
I think your decision to maintain the weight you have is for the best. I admire all the dedication you've given to this. Try not to let discouragement in. You definitely have done a lot towards accomplishing your goal, and I truly really admire and respect that. Kudos to you. Also, if it helps, know that I'm praying for you.
Much love.