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An Invitation To Women Who Refuse To Shrink ✨
Big Dreams • Big Hearts • Bigger God
With love from @ca_bua 💕

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HEAL FOR REAL 🌻

In this picture, though I may seem to be glowing - I was extremely broken, hopeless and insecure within. I had allowed the negative experiences and words throughout my journey to take root in my heart - and it showed up in every area of my life.

As I’ve embarked on this journey of self love, I've discovered that the real work must be done within - heart, mind and soul. When the inside is healthy, then everything that flows from you is healthy and flourishes 🌸.

It is a continual journey that takes a lot of work but it is one that is FULL of adventure, discovery and beauty!

I hope that this page finds any one of my sisters who can relate to some of the experiences I share and find healing through them.
Let’s journey together sis.
Let’s heal for real. 💕

#nomorepatchwork #letshealforreal #theltlguide #thelargerthanlifeguide #bigandbold #livinglargerthanlife #diaryofabiggirl #dbg #bigheart #bigdreams #selflovejourney #womenempowerment #shine #mysisterskeeper #glowfromwithin #weightloss by @theltlguide

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RESULTS.

Though I’ve been on a weight loss journey for what has seemed like my entire life, my frustration reached its peak in 2021 after the pandemic.

After being diagnosed with PCOS at the age of 15, the tedious symptoms that came with it seemed to worsen as I pilled the weight on. Not only was I fed up with how I looked externally - it felt like my own body was fighting against me internally.

But as I became relentless in researching about this condition and studying my body, I focused all of my attention on being consistent with the actions that would improve the symptoms, like walking and eating superfoods everyday etc.

Even when I didn’t see any results for years - my mind was made up to treat my body better from a place of self love. I didn’t hate myself back to health.

Remember Sis - this journey is all about YOU. It’s your race, so run it at your own pace 😘

#weightlosstransformation #pcos #largerthanlife #diaryofabiggirl #dbg #bodytransformation #healthylifestyle #beforeandafterweightloss #selflovejourney by @theltlguide

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2 years ago

CANDID.

In the words of one of my mentors - “life is an adventure” and is “incredibly beautiful.”

On today’s episode of ‘Diaries of a Big Girl’, I speak on how the healing process is not for the faint hearted! 😅
It is non-linear, messy, frustrating and painful!
BUT it is so worth it.

And though it doesn’t always feel good, I love the various environments and experiences God uses to cultivate another level of healing - I’m so grateful 😭

Take a moment, reflect on the fruit that has been produced in this season of sifting and pruning because trust me - there is MUCH fruit!

I’m rooting for you sis 💕

#lifelately #healing #diaryofabiggirl #dbg #keeppushing #adventure #explorepage✨ #fyi by @theltlguide

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a year ago

THE NEW.

It’s not only a new month, but a new season!
Summer in the UK is ACTUALLY summering ☀️ (Hallelujah!) and the first half of 2025 is done and dusted.

The first six months of this year have felt like there were more downs than ups for me. Some days I didn’t believe that this season of sowing was producing any fruit and it was hard to push on, I’ll be honest.

But one thing this season has shown me is how much God is for me - especially in the times I was against myself! This season has given me experiential knowledge of ‘Ebenezer’ and truly understanding that ALL things are working together for my good and not ONE part of my story is useless in His hands.

So in June, I was led to do a detox as a way of departing from the old and by faith, to partner with all God has prepared and will do in this new season.

So I encourage you, it may not FEEL like anything has changed or that you’re stepping into something new but lift up your head, have faith to try again and behold the new horizon full of possibilities and fruitful harvest.

#harvestseason #embracethenew #shinelivethrive #beholdidoanewthing #crossover #newseason #julyishere☀️ #detox by @theltlguide

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PROCESS.

When God writes a story…it’s perfect.

The journey to health can often feel like repetition or stagnation or even regression sometimes. But when I look at the spaces I’m in, the places I’ve been and the peace within, compared to where I was, I remember it’s all worth it.

Don’t despise your process sis.

#godisamazing #testimony #takingupspace #yourstoryisntoveryet #weightlossjourney #glowupfromwithin #personalgrowth #letshealforreal #plussize #selflovejourney #confidence #transformationfromtheinsideout #pushpastthepain #diaryofabiggirl #dbg #largerthanlife #theltlguide #thejourneyisthereward by @theltlguide

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CANVAS.

The audio is called “Art Of Life” and it’s a perfect sound for this post. It’s such a wonder how the ups and downs of our lives can create such an impactful picture.

EVERY single season of my journey has been crucial and worth it. The good, the bad and the ugly - have all worked out for my good.

This isn’t a story about losing weight. It’s a story about how I found and fell in love. In the midst of running towards my ultimate dream, I stumbled across a deep, living well that gave me all I had been searching for and changed my story; wholly.

Also, I can CHAT! Why am I always saying something in these videos? 🤣

#unapologeticallyme #ariseshineforyourlighthascome #beautifulcanvas #artoflife #glowup #weightloss #selflove #thegoodthebadandtheugly #itsworkingoutforyourgood #flourishwhereyouareplanted #livingwell by @theltlguide

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2 years ago

GRATEFUL.

Today was a lovely sunny Sunday. Even though the wind tried to knock me out 👀 I was soothed by the warm embrace of the sunshine ☺️

I was reminded of the days I hated the sun because it reflected everything that I felt was missing from my life at the time - light, peace and joy.

But today - was a beautiful full circle moment. I almost prayed my wig off at church, I hugged EVERYONE, I laughed, had fun in the sun and enjoyed the sunset in a lovely car ride home with amazing company and conversation.

I’m so thankful for the little sweet moments and things that I never imagined would come to fruition.

Sis, I challenge you to journal today about ONE thing you’re grateful for in your life at this present moment.

In this month of February, be excited, be expectant - nothing can dim your light.

Love from Court x

#diaryofabiggirl #diaryentry #dearme #dearsis #reflection #funinthesun #selflove #gratitudejournal #shinebright #nothingcandimyourlight by @theltlguide

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NEW BEGINNINGS.

2024 vs 2022 vs 2021.
Whew!!!
Not me crying as soon as I put these images together! It’s crazy seeing visuals of how quickly my life has evolved within the space of just 3 years! 😭

Let’s begin with 2021 - This is me during the pandemic aka “the ghetto”, where I had put on so much weight (didn’t we all tho?!) and just felt frustrated with the never ending cycle of hating myself. I remember this day clearly - I came back from a walk in Hyde Park and just felt desperate for a change.

2022 - My 25th birthday and the glow is evident. Not just because I was all glammed up, but because I was on a journey of love; that included forgiving, letting go, surrendering, being patient and kind - not just to myself but everyone around me. There were things I was holding onto for YEARS that I had to learn to let go of and as I did, I was filled with SO much peace and contentment. I was no longer in a rush to lose the weight, but rather embracing the skin I was in whilst ‘slowly’ working toward my body goals.

2024 - Enjoying the fruits of sowing time, consistency and love into me 🥰 Though I’m still on the journey, I’m so grateful that the smile is real.

The real glow up isn’t just in losing weight and looking physically different - it’s when everything about you is unrecognisable and changes for the better; internally and then externally.

#blossombeyondyourbody #forgiveness #healforreal #loveyourbody #newbeginnings #hemakesallthingsbeautiful #selflove #beyoutiful #kindness #love #peacewithin #joyoverflowing #weightlossjourney #weightlosstransformation by @theltlguide

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GREATER HEIGHTS.

Travelling has always been something I’ve loved since I was little. I LOVED shopping for outfits and waking up real early to go to the airport. To be honest, not much has changed - except my perspective.

I would always restrict my mind into believing that the day I was a ‘slim babe’, was the day I’d start living my life and explore the world like I wanted. For years, I placed my life on pause, tirelessly working towards a more desirable destination, but looking back now, I see why it was so unattainable. It was too much pressure trying to put ALL of my hopes for happiness onto one area of my life. The more I searched myself, the more I marvelled at the intriguingly beautiful things that made me, ME.

Now - I’m still a big girl. I am still learning how to be present and enjoy the moment. I’m still unlearning certain thought processes about myself and my body. AND I still wrestle with that seatbelt on the plane chile!!! 👀
But in the midst of all of that, I’m learning how to be content. It’s the peace of knowing that the joy, the love and fulfilment I’ve been yearning for all these years - is already within.

Reaching the highest point of the Burj Khalifa was definitely a defining moment for me. It was an adventure of pushing past barriers - I wore outfits that suited my then size, I ate, I laughed, I explored and learnt how to just; Let. Go.

(PS, I was SO gassed to go up - look at that smile 😂🥰)

#selflovejourney #diaryofabiggirl #dbg #letshealforreeal #sheglows #pushpastthepainbaby #burjkhalifa #livingmybestlife #traveltheworld #bepresentinthemoment by @theltlguide

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