“I used to think I had to choose between enjoying life and being healthy. Now I know it’s possible to have both"
Table of contents
- A Turning Point in the Mirror: The Day I Decided to Change
- Week 1: Relearning Food Without Fear
- Week 2: Movement That Feels Like Living
- Week 3: Breaking the Stress Cycle
- Week 4: Sleep, Self-Worth, and Showing Up
- How Qiii Academy’s Holistic Weight Loss Class Helped Me Rethink Health
- Moving Forward: Progress Over Perfection
- Ready to Start?
- Further Reading
A Turning Point in the Mirror: The Day I Decided to Change
I never thought I’d be that guy—looking in the mirror and not recognizing himself. But after years of long shifts, irregular meals, and little time for myself, that’s exactly where I ended up. I wasn’t just carrying extra weight; I was carrying exhaustion, frustration, and guilt. The day I couldn’t button my favorite jeans was the day something clicked.
My sister Emma, who’s always been into holistic health, noticed I was struggling. Over dinner, I admitted how stuck I felt. I told her I didn’t want to go on another diet that made me miserable or sign up for a gym I’d never visit. I wanted real change—something that would last. That’s when she told me about Qiii Academy’s Holistic Fitness Blueprint, and especially the new Holistic Weight Loss class.
“It’s not about punishment,” she said. “It’s about support, strategy, and small wins.”
I was skeptical, but intrigued. I signed up.
Week 1: Relearning Food Without Fear
The first thing that surprised me was how the course didn’t tell me to cut everything out. Instead, it helped me understand what nourishing food actually looks like—and why eating more of the right stuff mattered more than just eating less. I learned to balance my plate with real food, not calorie math. I swapped my morning croissants for a protein-packed breakfast, and I actually felt full until lunch. No more vending machine pit stops.
This approach to mindful eating helped me feel satisfied and in control. I was fueling my body, not depriving it.
Week 2: Movement That Feels Like Living
I always thought exercise meant dragging myself to a gym and sweating for an hour. This course changed that. I started walking after work, dancing in my kitchen (don’t laugh), and doing bodyweight workouts a few times a week. It was doable—and it made me feel good. I wasn’t punishing my body, I was celebrating what it could do.
I realized sustainable weight loss doesn’t require intense training. It requires consistency and movement that fits into real life.
Week 3: Breaking the Stress Cycle
Stress eating? That was my trademark move. The class helped me understand my emotional triggers and offered tools to deal with them. I started doing five-minute breathing exercises before meals and took real breaks during the day. I noticed that when I slowed down, I made better choices—on and off the plate.
Managing stress holistically helped me stay on track and improved my mental well-being too.
Week 4: Sleep, Self-Worth, and Showing Up
I used to think sleep was optional. But once I followed the wind-down routine from the class—no screens, low lights, relaxing music—I started sleeping deeper. And when I slept better, I craved less junk and had more energy for workouts. Most importantly, I started to see myself not as someone who needed fixing, but as someone worth investing in.
This shift in mindset was the foundation of healthy lifestyle habits I could finally stick to.
"After four weeks, I hadn’t just lost a few kilos—I had gained clarity, energy, and confidence. And for the first time, I didn’t feel like I was chasing some ideal version of myself. I felt like I was finally becoming me—just lighter, clearer, and more in control."
Jonas, 38
Hospitality Manager
How Qiii Academy’s Holistic Weight Loss Class Helped Me Rethink Health
This wasn’t a diet. It was a mindset shift. Qiii Academy gave me the tools, structure, and support I needed to take ownership of my health without pressure or guilt. From learning how to eat mindfully to moving with joy and managing stress holistically, I discovered that weight loss doesn’t have to be about restriction—it can be about freedom.
Moving Forward: Progress Over Perfection
Now, I’m not chasing the scale. I’m chasing how good it feels to show up for myself every day. I still enjoy my weekend beers and the occasional burger—but now, they’re part of a balanced lifestyle, not a setback. My habits support me. My mindset empowers me. And I’m still learning, still growing, one mindful decision at a time.
Ready to Start?
If you’re where I was—tired, stuck, unsure—don’t wait for the perfect moment. Start with one small step. Qiii Academy’s Holistic Weight Loss Class helped me shift my whole approach to health. I can’t recommend it enough.
Further Reading
Lately, I’ve been craving more structure and understanding around how to form habits that last. Here are a few books, websites, and podcasts that supported my journey to holistic weight loss:
Books
"Atomic Habits" by James Clear
This book makes building habits feel achievable. It helped me understand how tiny, consistent changes can build into sustainable weight loss over time.
"The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg
This one helped me recognize my unhealthy triggers and develop better responses—key for breaking my stress-eating loop.
"The Mind-Gut Connection" by Emeran Mayer
This shifted how I think about nutrition. It connects gut health and mood—reinforcing why mindful eating is a key part of my journey.
Websites
Verywell Mind – Healthy Habits
https://www.verywellmind.com
Great articles on building healthy habits and emotional resilience.
Healthline – 30-Day Wellness Challenges
https://www.healthline.com
I loved the structure of their monthly wellness challenges. Simple tips with big impact.
MindBodyGreen
https://www.mindbodygreen.com
My go-to for inspiration and deep dives into nutrition, mindfulness, and self-care
Podcasts
"The Model Health Show" with Shawn Stevenson
Science-based, relatable, and motivating—covers everything from metabolism to mindset.
"On Purpose" with Jay Shetty
Helps me stay grounded. Every episode gives me a practical takeaway for my holistic wellness journey.
