Weight Loss Myths
99 Ways Newsletter
Welcome to the newsletter!
You are unique, both in your personality and your body.That's
why diets fail when they aren't right for you. Keep looking,
though, and you'll find a way to lose weight. It may be a plan
that suits your unique personality and body, or the result of
many small changes you make - or a combination of both.
You are doing what you need to do by subscribing to this newsletter.
You'll get valuable information and weight loss secrets, and
you'll find a way - your way. First, though, I have a question
for you.
Do You Really Need To Lose Weight?
Why do you need to lose weight? Don't buy into the myth that
we all need to be thin. There is no rational basis for it. Write
down the benefits you expect from losing weight. Are they worth
the effort? Being clear about this is the best way to stay motivated.
A Dose Of Honesty
Just before writing this, I saw a report on the news about
a review of existing obesity studies. It showed that, contrary
to the consensus of health professionals, being a little overweight
actually had no effect on longevity. You can be overweight
and live a long, healthy life.
Overweight people are discriminated against terribly in this
culture. Often, as when an employer chooses a thinner person
over a heavier one, the prejudice is unconscious, but it's very
real. You'll be more likely to succeed if you are thinner, yet
overweight people still succeed in all areas of life, don't they?
The point of bringing this up is to dispel some silly ideas
and get real about weight loss. Will you get more dates if you
lose weight? Probably, but how many do you need? You certainly
can find friends and lovers right now. Look around you if you
don't believe there are many obese people in happy relationships.
There Is Nothing Wrong With You
There's nothing wrong with you just because you're overweight.
Don't accept the idea that heavy people have some special character
flaw. A man who's cruel to his wife has a flaw not visible
to the public, so nobody thinks badly of him, yet isn't that
far worse than eating too much?
Our culture is obsessed with appearance, and the idea of willpower.
A man can bite his nails his whole life (or drink or smoke or
have a cold heart), and he'll be accepted in polite society,
weak willpower and all, because his weakness can be hidden. Gain
a little weight, though, and people think "Look at that
slob. Hmm...no willpower." Don't hate them for their ignorance,
but don't accept their silly ideas for a second!
Overweight is okay. So is losing weight, if you have decided
that it is the right thing for you to do. I just don't want to
encourage anyone to lose weight for the wrong reasons. Okay,
moving on...
The Benefits Of Weight Loss
Look at the list of possible benefits below. Which are important
or relevant to your desires and goals? Write them down, but in
more personal terms (ex: "I'll have the energy to start
that business," or "I'll be asked to dance at the club.")
Review your list regularly, so you are motivated, and for the
right reasons. (No judgments here - If you really want to see
men lusting after you, that's your choice.)
You'll have the energy to do what you want.
You'll be healthier, and feel better.
You'll be more attractive, and other's will notice you.
You'll feel like you are more in control of your life.
You'll have more opportunities in life.
You'll have higher self-esteem.
You'll be happier about where you are in life.
You'll get your diabetes under better control.
You'll be able to buy regular clothes.
People will look at you differently.
You'll like what you see when you look in the mirror.
People will be more accepting of you.
You'll have less pain in your joints.
Quick Weight Loss Tips
You'll find this section in each newsletter. The idea here
is that there are many small changes you can make to help you
lose weight. Make changes that are right for you, and maybe,
with enough of them, you'll lose weight even without a "plan"
or "program." In any case, they'll help no matter what
plan you use. Today's weight loss tips:
1. Park on the far side of the parking lot when you go shopping.
Not only will you burn extra calories going to and from the store,
but you'll have an easier, more relaxed time finding a parking
spot.
2. Replace sugary soft drinks with flavored waters. The carbonated
ones, in particular, are delicious, don't have sugar (check the
ingredients), and don't have the risk factors associated with
typical diet drinks.
3. Find a pair of pants you want to fit into in the future,
and leave them out where you'll see them daily. This makes your
goal visible, and reminds you to keep working towards it.
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