It is good to have support but, with or without it, you are strong enough to reach your goals.
Friends and family may not be the best people to look for encouragement and motivation for weigh loss. They might be surprised and resistant to seeing you change your ways.
Try building a support network by joining an online community where you can connect with people who have similar goals. You will have ways to find new ideas, vent your frustration and meet people with similar or the same problems when losing weight.
Whatever your situation, an online weight loss community is a great way to connect with people who understand your experience from a firsthand perspective and are willing to lend an ear.
Recognize the importance of give and take. Express your appreciation for support and be ready to return the favor and help others achieve their wellness goals.
It is amazing how the Internet can connect strangers with little in common besides the goal of losing weight. Finding support for your weight-loss efforts can mean the difference between success and failure.
The roots of obesity are complex and include genetics and other factors that go well beyond individual choice. Trying to promote healthy behaviors is a good thing, but shaming someone has no place in the solution. If someone's mean to you at the gym because of your weight or acts like you don't belong there, you're less likely to go back.
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