Weight Loss and Self-Image
Self-image is the mental picture you have of yourself. This same image is the image you think other people have of you.
How we imagine ourselves to be influences our behavior, so it’s not surprising that we tend to act consistently with the way we think ourselves to be. Our self-talk also helps to reinforce this image. It’s a powerful combination. If it’s negative, it works against us in a big way. If it’s positive, it’s life enhancing.
When you’re overweight, you may not have a good image of yourself. Can you remember what your self-image was before you started to lose weight? What’s your self-image now? What does the new picture of you look like? It should be very different to the one you had nine weeks ago.
Think about your new self-image. Think about the new person you’ve become. Both mentally and physically, you’ll have changed. Your attitude will have changed too – and have you noticed a change in your friends’ and colleagues’ reaction to you? What is your self-talk saying?
As the ‘new you’ starts to emerge, there’s an exciting future to look forward to. You have a new self-image, and a much better relationship with yourself and those around you. Life will be more fun. Enjoy it!
If you want to get slim and lose weight permanently, then you have to confront your self-image. Just remember to talk yourself up…you’re a remarkable and very special person – in case you hadn’t noticed!
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