I Took My Scale to the Curb.
We’re in a Trial Separation.
It sat in the corner of my bathroom like a smug little goblin.
Every morning, I’d step on it like I was meeting an ex I wasn’t over yet.
And every morning, it gave me the same gift: a number. Not progress. Not health. Just a number.
So last week, I wrapped that scale in a pet food bag, marched it to the end of my driveway, and placed it gently—okay, not gently—on the curb.
We’re not “divorced.” But we are on a break.
Here’s the thing: I’ve spent the last month paying closer attention to how I feel—energy, cravings, sleep, mood.
And shocker: that tells me way more about my body than the gravitational pull of Earth ever did.
I’m not saying you have to ditch your scale. But if it’s not bringing peace, insight, or motivation? Maybe it’s time to re-negotiate the relationship.
My July reflections taught me this: weight is just one tiny thread in a much bigger midlife tapestry. It’s not the whole damn quilt.
Your Turn:
Have you ever taken a break from the scale—or are you thinking about it now? What helped you feel more grounded in your body this month?
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