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Message: <blockquote data-quote="smootrk" data-source="post: 2179140" data-attributes="member: 28583">A lesson in psychology as it pertains to weight loss.If you relate the process of weight loss to negetive things, the whole endeavor will be harder to accomplish.  (ie.  Weight loss = loss of certain likable food, painful exercise, small portions etc).You must endeavor to create rewards for every little positive stride you make.  And the most productive rewards are those that also include a healthy lifestyle.  If you lose a pound or two, reward yourself with a trip to the zoo, or a leisure bicycle ride (not painful), or even the purchase of an item that will contribute to a healthy lifestyle (like new hiking shoes, or a camelback (water backpack) that you will use on your next healthy excursion.Do not... do not... punish yourself for backsliding (or otherwise equate a painful/stressful process).   The posts that say do pushups/exercises everytime a certain thing happens are a recipe for failure.   Training your mind to love and enjoy a healthier lifestyle is the only way to achieve lasting health.... The process may be a bit slower than a fast diet change or exercise binge but the results will last your lifetime.</blockquote>