Oprah and Weight Loss
Yesterday a friend of mine phoned in mid afternoon and told me to watch Oprah.
It got me thinking about Oprah and weight loss and this BLOG.
Many of us have watched Oprah over the years as she continually struggles with her weight issues. We agonize along with her when she gains weight and we celebrate with her (and follow along with her programs) when she loses or maintains her weight.
When I first started this BLOG, one of the things I fantasized was that “being out in public” would help me be accountable, would encourage me to lose weight.
It hasn’t!
And then I realized that even Oprah with her millions of viewers watching every pound go on and off and on again … hasn’t helped her.
When you watch programs like the Biggest Loser or the current one FAT MARCH you can see that what motivates people is totally unique to that individual. Some people lose weight for themselves, others because they are part of a team and don’t want to let their team down … and yes, SOME people are motivated by announcing to the world they are going to do it.
What about YOU? Have you figured out what motivates you? Is it health issues? Is it being around for your kids or to see your grandchildren? Is it too look good? Is it to fit in?
No motivation is wrong … but finding out WHAT your motivation is, is one of the keys to permanently losing weight!
This out of the mouth of a fatty!
Melanie