tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post3679719894055376222..comments2023-11-02T10:40:43.437-05:00Comments on Mandisa Official: In a PitMandisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02489262969148495880noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-47641578613427390712009-12-24T10:23:49.747-06:002009-12-24T10:23:49.747-06:00You sound A LOT like me. I'm an all or nothi...You sound A LOT like me. I'm an all or nothing girl. I am a results girl. I LOVE to see good results, and when I don't, I get super discouraged. Been in that pit. Love wallowing in it.... until, I get depressed. And cry. And realize, was it worth it? I'm I truly happy with how I feel now. <br /><br />So when you are ready, climb on out... on our ABBA FATHER'S back. . . you will be stronger for it. Don't stay too long, girlfriend. It will be THAT MUCH harder to get to your goal. Keep looking up, even when it's hard.<br /><br />LOVE YOU! Check out my 6 month challenge. I'd LOVE for you to join in on the FUN. Yes, I said FUN :-) hehe<br /><br />http://www.choose2livechoosehealth.blogspot.com<br /><br />Hugs,<br />TraciTraci Michelehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05868420770414629597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-1575049657290249432009-12-18T16:45:54.516-06:002009-12-18T16:45:54.516-06:00Dear Mandisa,
There is a sister in Christ who has...Dear Mandisa,<br /><br />There is a sister in Christ who has a blog that I think holds the key to overcoming your lifelong battle. It get's to the "root" as she embraces and calls out her "sin of gluttony" and the power of Christ to severe it by "feasting on the superior satisfaction found in Jesus Christ"!<br /><br />check it out @ www.carynsthoughts.blogspot.com.<br />or google: Caryn Turner Defining Moments <br /><br />Much grace to you sister...rashaadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07300355081893451368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-42583933292162043862009-12-02T14:25:40.126-06:002009-12-02T14:25:40.126-06:00Have you thought about fasting?- I don't mean ...Have you thought about fasting?- I don't mean starving yourself to lose those extra pounds- but fasting from either food/working out. just to refocus on your relationship with the Lord. Thanks for listening to your fans. :) you are encouraging! even in the pit. :DSarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14900435479175470669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-64909904606453273422009-11-29T15:24:21.457-06:002009-11-29T15:24:21.457-06:00I am sorry you're in that pit. I'll keep ...I am sorry you're in that pit. I'll keep you in my prayers. I know what it's like to feel something and have lots of people tell you to just about snap out of it. It's still hard. <br />It did help for me to know Jesus was in the pit with me though, so I'll pray you feel HIm with you. <br />cChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16089406601521459207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-56532221340870421872009-11-25T15:57:46.396-06:002009-11-25T15:57:46.396-06:00Disa...I'm so proud of you. I've experien...Disa...I'm so proud of you. I've experienced the "pit" thing over the past few weeks myself. My scale says I am up 6 pounds. I admit that I have been less than vigilant about my eating - I haven't been keeping my food log at all, and I've indulged in a FEW carbs here and there. But I have been working out SO SO hard! We come to plateaus. We have weeks where we just can't lose. I know for me, the less often I weigh, the better. If I do it once every couple of weeks instead of every day, I am much happier about what I see. And I measure once a month also, which is a HUGE booster because THAT is where I see the changes happening. Slowly but surely. (Conveniently enough, I hit the pit the same day as you, because I set up my Daily Plate account the same day you tweeted about it.) I'm walking with you, even in the valley...me, Jesus, and about 1000+ people who love ya!singingstephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05753791782978649191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-5040112270574762592009-11-24T17:55:38.946-06:002009-11-24T17:55:38.946-06:00If you were writing a book, you would be applauded...If you were writing a book, you would be applauded for your sharing and honesty. We will applaud your honesty now, just like we would if you were telling it "from the other side." Why? Because 1) we all love you and 2) we know you're gonna get to the other side!<br /><br />It's okay to stop and take a breather. Sometimes it actually does more good than harm -- even the mistakes, because they teach you, and you will come out of this "pit" stronger and wiser. Even if it doesn't feel like it now!Candihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00410498943837161985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-43274649300704657362009-11-24T09:58:02.923-06:002009-11-24T09:58:02.923-06:00If anyone loses respect for you for being honest t...If anyone loses respect for you for being honest then they are the ones with the problem! Give me names and I'll take care of them myself...I'm a red head! God wants us to be honest...not just with Him. I respect you for being honest and not telling everyone that everything is fine when it's not. I pray God blesses you for being transparent. You can and will do it...you've already accomplished so much! Don't ever ever give up...we're behind you and He is with you! We love you Disa!!!!southern cheeseheadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10590379682788527156noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-49244109594352686512009-11-23T13:50:05.442-06:002009-11-23T13:50:05.442-06:00I LOVE YOU AND AM PRAYING FOR YOUR HAPPY TWEETS AG...I LOVE YOU AND AM PRAYING FOR YOUR HAPPY TWEETS AGAIN, THEY MAKE A LOT OF MY DAYS.<br />LOVE YA <br />ALVESA :)A little bit of Alvesahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09980029259353622620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-82064211231233802082009-11-23T13:13:21.395-06:002009-11-23T13:13:21.395-06:00Thanks for sharing your struggles. I am in the sam...Thanks for sharing your struggles. I am in the same boat. I've lost about 65 pounds and have been struggling to get the last 25 or so off. <br />Don't give up. Keep fighting.<br />You look AMAZING!!!!Casihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10962383367569710189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-33083329509256348222009-11-23T12:34:33.105-06:002009-11-23T12:34:33.105-06:00WE LOVE YOU!WE LOVE YOU!Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04918400618339051084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-43323684197801263892009-11-23T11:41:51.030-06:002009-11-23T11:41:51.030-06:00Just wanted you to know that I GET it!! There is n...Just wanted you to know that I GET it!! There is nothing that anybody can say... do... or show that will make it all better... All you need is one thing... one person... that's your Father to come and speak only the words of comfort that will bring your soul and heart hope to carry on.<br /><br />Mandisa, there is one thing that keeps coming to my spirit when I pray for you... it's a picture I get in my spirit of a door that is completely shut.. and it's not just shut, it's locked. And I see you trying to open it, jiggling the door knob... knocking on it, and that door is NOT budging! <br />But I saw your Abba standing right there with you... His eyes burning with compassion, concern and love unlike any I have seen before. And His words were, "Come away, my love. Come away... let's go from this place. Come away from here." <br /><br />No turnin' back, girl!! Praying for you as you continue to press on and choose freedom everyday!<br /><br />Hugs from your freedom friend...<br /><br />AmyAmyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17046924507335607146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-63550670517344663752009-11-22T16:43:15.128-06:002009-11-22T16:43:15.128-06:00Ah! The pit is such a friendly place isn't it?...Ah! The pit is such a friendly place isn't it? It calls you back like a long lost lover begging for your company. *sigh* the pain of the pit is a false comfort, yet it provides relief-a break- from perseverance....just to eventually remind you of why you don't want to be there. If it wasn't for the pit, I'd never know how much I need Jesus. It provides me the opportunity to face pain that Jesus wants to heal within me. It's a place to get real, then get out of. I curse the pit-though I cherish it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-61287421904039954882009-11-22T13:16:40.065-06:002009-11-22T13:16:40.065-06:00Thanks for being honest, Mandisa!
One thing tha...Thanks for being honest, Mandisa! <br /><br />One thing that worked for me several years ago when I was trying to lose weight - I measured myself every week - even when I gained that muscle weight....I could see that I was still losing inches.<br /><br />You'll be back on track soon!Kristyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03159576061308760242noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-90487442685273398082009-11-22T13:05:08.101-06:002009-11-22T13:05:08.101-06:00Hey girl - I am praying for you to get OUT OF THE ...Hey girl - I am praying for you to get OUT OF THE PIT - cause I don't think that's where God wants his girls hangin' out. I heard you in Charleston this weekend for the first time live and you and your band were such a blessing! For the sake of the work of Christ in this world I encourage you to focus on what you are doing that impacts eternity 'cause it's way more important than the 2 lbs. I look at my weight this way - do the right stuff to be healthy and leave the results to God - he even controls the numbers on the scale (actually I threw out the scale, but that's just me). Anyway, just want to tell you that you emanate beauty from the stage and your music is truly powerful.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11647346907118279491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-36046660278658300602009-11-22T05:52:44.090-06:002009-11-22T05:52:44.090-06:00Sister, I cannot tell you how blown away I am with...Sister, I cannot tell you how blown away I am with your authenticity and your willingness to allow us (me) a glimpse inside. I saw your tweet the other day right after I was having a conversation with my teenage daughter (Sam-16) about how the scale was invented by the devil. It was hilarious though, because if you know my Sammy, she's one drama queen that also happens to be real easy to "get". After I said that, she was like, "Really mom?". I couldn't help but laugh and cry at the same time. Anyway, my heart was crushed with you. I know what it is to battle the "bulge" and how frustrating that can be - hence...this is why I know that the scale was really invented by the devil (that's my story and I'm sticking to it). Not only do I struggle for myself, I struggle for my girls too. Sam is 16 and Gaby is only 11. They both have some pounds to shed (along with mom), and the fact that I've allowed them to get where they are, pains me dearly.<br /><br />No, you may not "need" to hear the scriptures quoted or even the strings of your heart spoken back to you (and not because you don't "need" them, but because I believe that we just need to be heard sometimes. And JUST heard. We hurt, want to express that (like talking with one of our girls) and just be heard! <br /><br />I hear you sister.........and I am holding your arms up (as are so many)! <br /><br />Love you girl and thank you SO very much!Gloria Rodriguezhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00016072650017359083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-62359646747430976612009-11-22T02:57:03.091-06:002009-11-22T02:57:03.091-06:00You know, I just noticed that you don't have m...You know, I just noticed that you don't have many men speaking into you here, so I hope you don't mind another brother ;)<br /><br />Keep your head UP.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06375611645528687530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-28206254363542642542009-11-22T02:35:43.816-06:002009-11-22T02:35:43.816-06:00Wow. Well, it sounds like when you get into a &qu...Wow. Well, it sounds like when you get into a "pit", you go pretty deep, Disa.<br /><br />I'm new here... been following your blog just recently. You've been doing great! (I have weight to lose, too, so I can understand your desire to reach your fitness goals).<br /><br />My initial response to you not wanting to hear Scripture is that if God's words of encouragement aren't going to encourage you, I'd be hard pressed to think that mine could.<br /><br />But I'll tell ya, Disa, I'll say this... and keep in mind that I've had MANY things in life that have challenged, discouraged, and deeply frustrated me... even to the point of anger.<br /><br />The secret to dealing with these types of situations - the ONLY solution there is, is to take your eyes OFF the source of discouragement and ONTO God, who He is, His character, and all He's done for you. Isn't He worth it?<br /><br />And Disa, for crying-out-loud... THROW YOUR SCALE AWAY. Either that, or hide it! You're not unlike many other women who focus too much on a stupid number! Who cares how much you weigh? What matters is how you feel, that you're satisfied with how you look, and how healthy you are. Those things can be accomplished independent of a number. Don't think this is good advice? Then imagine how you'd feel RIGHT NOW if you hadn't set foot on that stupid scale! You'd still be encouraged and motivated and continuing to move toward your goal.<br /><br />And remember, we can have all sorts of little "enemies", but the Enemy wants to keep you locked in depression and defeat instead of reaching your potential.<br /><br />If you're past your "pit" when you read this, then take the advice for next time, OK?<br /><br />Oh, and if you're still interested in what GOD has to say (not that He hasn't been talking through me a bit here)... Psalm 42 (NLT).<br /><br />Love ya.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06375611645528687530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-66603790072676633082009-11-21T23:05:14.453-06:002009-11-21T23:05:14.453-06:00Mandisa,
I just got finished reading your blog po...Mandisa,<br /><br />I just got finished reading your blog post and I also wanted to mention that I was at the EWomen conference in WV. You gave an outstanding performance, even though you were not feeling well and I want to thank you for being real and honest with us. You are truly a blessing to many people - myself included - and as long as you stay true to yourself and everyone around you, we could never lose respect for you. You'll be in my prayers. :)<br /><br />Tiffanytabrownwvhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06141355231769784201noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-80995487421987254032009-11-21T22:41:02.625-06:002009-11-21T22:41:02.625-06:00I know that pit. I have one myself. So no words t...I know that pit. I have one myself. So no words to make you "feel better," just a hug. Thank you for laying it bare like that. It helped me feel a whole lot more normal. Praying for you to find the ladder out of that stinking pit.<br /><br />Hugs to you sister.Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01167932463572983630noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-5858530494934718662009-11-21T21:22:02.016-06:002009-11-21T21:22:02.016-06:00As so many others have said- THANK YOU.
We don&...As so many others have said- THANK YOU. <br /><br />We don't rejoice in your failures but we can all join in in support of you through our prayers and encouragement. You've been such an encouragement to so many. Don't ever let Satan convince you that we would be let down by seeing you struggle. The way you have opened yourself up to everyone so that we can see the true you is a wonderful gift that you have given. Even during the times when you don't feel happy or comfortable with who and where you are. We have all been there and a lot of us can completely relate to the struggles you have with your weigh.<br /><br />I too am on a journey to lose around 100 pounds. It's not easy. It's not just about food. If it was only food, we could all have this battle licked (pun intended) quickly!<br /><br />I'm reading Sheila Walsh's book "Let Go" and it is really changing my perspective on a lot of things in my life. The thing I read today that struck a chord with me was this:<br />"You are chosen and loved....You may not feel like a princess most days, but that does not change the truth that you are." (page 148)<br /><br />I have to keep reminding myself that I am chosen and loved. I hope you are finding ways to remind yourself of the same thing to help get you out of this pit.<br /><br />We will be here with you through it all and hope that you continue to share with us. We are all cheering for you!Laynehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16996752252248052325noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-85693468048660311242009-11-21T16:11:14.045-06:002009-11-21T16:11:14.045-06:00I'm sitting here in tears as I read your blog....I'm sitting here in tears as I read your blog. Not because I feel that you've let anyone down, but more because I can so identify with everything you've said!!! I've lost 60 pounds over the past two years but have recently began regaining some of it! How frustrating that is! I've looked and I believe that some of the meds that I've been prescribed might be the culprit. Again, it's so frustrating to be working so hard just to realize that some of your meds are actually working against you!<br /><br />As for you, I, too, commend you for your honesty! I really appreciate it. I'm one of those who's been worried about you. As soon as I received your second tweet on Tuesday, I immediately forwarded them both to my husband and we began praying for you. We've been doing so every day, ever since. We'll continue to do so. I KNOW, without a doubt, that you'll come out of this pit that you're in right now and the victory will be so sweet! I look forward to being able to rejoice with you when you tweet about it!<br /><br />Much love & more prayers,<br /><br />~Bethany <3Bethany Winklerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18083939881931445577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-18763519499282088222009-11-21T14:25:03.082-06:002009-11-21T14:25:03.082-06:00((hugs))
Thanks for being honest.
Love & Pra...((hugs))<br /><br />Thanks for being honest.<br /><br />Love & Prayers. This too shall pass.The Smallshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11790686803243870053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-57288982943068197352009-11-21T12:55:37.503-06:002009-11-21T12:55:37.503-06:00Mandisa, how honest and heartfelt. I can really re...Mandisa, how honest and heartfelt. I can really relate to this, as can, I am sure thousands of others! It is a "battle" for a lifetime, for sure. I know, Oprah knows, Queen Latifa knows...just to name a few. :) Listen to me,a 61 year old, who has fought this most of her life. If you are actually healthy, then you have much to be grateful for. You need to look at what you HAVE accomplished so far which is pretty amazing in my book! For heaven's sake, don't look at that #!@#$%!@ scale everyday or surely it will dictate how you will feel about yourself, and that just is not right. You had alot of weight to lose, and it came off quickly at first, then the loss starts to slow up. The plateau can last and last, unfortuneately. For me the plateau has lasted for years... and now, at 61 my metabolism is zilch. Over the years I have had to make a decision about how I felt about myself along the way. Am I going to let this scale ruin my life, or am I going to try to be as healthy as I can be with a conserted effort, despite what the number reads? You have so many beautiful qualities, and so much God given talent. Those who love and admire you only want the best for you, and think you are pretty amazing as you are...don't forget that. Lately, I have come to realize that God sometimes gives us something to deal with to make us the best person we can be to serve Him. Your struggle, in part, makes you someone who many can relate to. People know about your faith in the Lord, and are drawn to you because of that, and the voice he has given you. Please look to the Lord for your strength. Praying for you, Mandisa.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06143137693794380479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-57109170620790853302009-11-21T12:46:33.504-06:002009-11-21T12:46:33.504-06:00Wow Mandisa had I been writing a blog 4 months ago...Wow Mandisa had I been writing a blog 4 months ago this is exactly what I would have written. I have been and have felt exactly as you do. I have lost 88lbs and had decided 4 months ago that I was going to make it to my goal of 100. Like you I kicked up my workouts to 2x a day 5 days a week. I weighed myself once a week as my official weight and I gained for the 2 weeks that I was trying it out. I was so frustrated and did not understand how in the world could this be happening. I am killing myself and nothing?? Really?? I had been doing bootcamp and cardio on my own for several months and decided I had to change the entire routine. I got a personal trainer and recently started zumba because of your encouragment! I have not lost 1 pd in the last 4 months but I've lost 6 inches of my waist!!!! Do not let the scale have the control over you. That is something that I have had to learn and its not easy. I weigh myself maybe once a month. I measure once a month and that is where I see the real results and now that stupid scale doesn't have the control I do!!!! I hate scales because they are not accurate especially for a women. I have no doubt that you are losing inches start measuring and you will be motivated!! Do not give up you have come so far and the 100 pds will come! You are getting healthy and taking care of the beautiful temple that God has provided you with. It truly is a blessing:-)Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18189783649524836831noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207882136630820947.post-7495094131398559602009-11-21T12:39:36.961-06:002009-11-21T12:39:36.961-06:00It takes more courage and more strength (than you ...It takes more courage and more strength (than you realize) to come clean and be honest. *hugs* I respect you more because of that. Weight loss can be a nasty beast. I know you understand that. I'm there myself, but I've been in the pit for a lot longer. Kicking myself and beating myself up for this gut of mine. I have other health problems that add to my weight problems, but that doesn't enter my brain when I look at my belly in the mirror. I want you to know though that through it all you continue to inspire me; pit or no pit. <br /><br />Take the time you need. We'll all be here when you are able to get back on track. My love and prayers are with you.Melodyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15046770101176634067noreply@blogger.com