Contribute.  

Being obese made your life smaller. You were less able to do even simple activities. You may have spent more time worrying about your woes, rather than figuring out what you could contribute to your community. Following WLS, your energy increases as well as your ability to focus on positive efforts.  

Now, you're able to contribute time, energy, and attention outside yourself. Maybe you want to be a foster parent. Or you want to volunteer to help with a cause you've always wished you had the energy and stamina to support. You might just want to bring a meal to a sick friend or help your spouse with the yard work. Whatever you do, approach it with gratitude for your new ability to help others. 

Action for the day: Do something to benefit someone else today. 

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