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Toying With the Definition of Insanity
Maybe the same thing will work THIS time.
“The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.”
– Generally attributed to Albert Einstein (however, it’s unlikely that he actually said it).
I know, from all too much experience, that this statement is completely true. The definition of insanity IS, without a doubt, repeating the same thing again and again, but hoping for different results.
How do I know this to be true? I can offer multiple examples from my own life experience.
Weight loss
To say that I have struggled with my weight all my life is probably an understatement.
I have always been heavyset, ranging anywhere from about 20 to 80 pounds overweight. I have a rather large gut, and that’s where the majority of the excess weight lives on my body.
Yes, some of my mass is muscle. But I am still noticeably chunky.
I have made multiple attempts over the years to diet (both sustainable and unsustainable options); exercise (cardio, weight training, fencing); I’ve cut out soda entirely, and both sugar and carbs from time to time.
