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It sometimes seems like there's an invisible force stopping us from reaching our weight loss goals, doesn't it?  There is! It's our own minds and bodies, and they're sabotaging your efforts to lose weight.  That doesn't mean your mind and body intentionally want to harm you.  Craving is the body helping you survive. Or so it believes! Losing weight isn't an easy adventure. When you first decide you'll lose some weight, you really want to do everything possible to be successful. Some take the steps to prepare their kitchen by getting rid of junk foods, they might give up eating out for the first month, and others instantly give up consuming sodas and bread. There isn't a single path to effectively losing weight, but there are a number of things you can do unknowingly to derail your own weight loss plans.  Not sure if you are the one causing difficulties attaining your weight loss goals? Here are eight things you might be doing to sabotage your weight loss plans. 1 - Out Of Control Stress Levels 2 - Out Of Control Eating Habits 3 - Succumbing To Cravings 4 - Not Getting Enough Quality Sleep 5 - You're Not Getting Enough Exercise 6 - Eating Too Late At Night 7 - Not Consuming Enough Protein Or Healthy Fats 8 - You're Not Drinking The Right Amount of Water These are just eight things you might be doing to sabotage your weight loss plans. If one or more of these sabotaging acts applies to your lifestyle, take steps today to slowly make a change to your actions and keep an eye out for better results. More importantly, though, be kind to yourself no matter what! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Are you thinking of using keto for weight loss?  If you want to lose weight fast, the keto diet might be just what you're looking for.  This low-carb, high-fat diet is becoming increasingly popular because it allows for quick and sustainable weight loss.  But how does the keto diet work? And is it right for you?  In this episode, we explain the basics of the keto diet and show you how to use it for weight loss. We also go over the possible pros and cons of this popular diet plan. So keep listening to learn more about the keto diet and decide if it's right for you! 1. What's Keto and how does it work for weight loss? 2. How do I start the keto diet to get fast results? 3. Foods you should eat on the keto diet 4. Foods you should avoid on the keto diet 5. 7 Day keto meal plan 6. Keto tips for success I've received many questions about how to use the keto diet for weight loss. Does the keto diet help you lose weight? The answer is yes! The ketogenic diet is a great way to lose weight quickly and efficiently. But like any other diet, it takes some time to get used to, and there are a few things you need to know in order to be successful.  Here are six keto tips for losing weight: There's more to success on the keto diet than just cutting out carbs.  1 - It's important to make sure you're eating enough fat. Although it may seem counterintuitive, fat is essential to the ketogenic diet. Not only does it provide energy, but it also keeps you satiated and can even help you lose weight.  2 - Make sure you drink plenty of fluids and have an adequate supply of electrolytes. When you cut back on carbohydrates, your body can lose electrolytes through your urine. To prevent this, drink plenty of fluids and eat foods high in electrolytes such as salt, potassium and magnesium. 3 - Be patient. It may take some time to get used to the keto diet, but once you find your rhythm, you'll probably see results quickly. The keto diet is a great way to lose weight quickly and efficiently.  4 - Get enough sleep: Sleep is important for both physical and mental health, but especially so on the keto diet. If you're sleep deprived, your body will have trouble converting fat into energy, which can make it harder to lose weight. Aim for seven to eight hours of sleep per night. 5 - Eat plenty of protein. Protein is important to maintain muscle mass and prevent muscle loss on a keto diet. Try to eat at least 20 grams of protein per day. 6 - Make sure you maintain the right macros. The keto diet is a low-carb, high-fat diet. To ensure a successful keto diet, you must calculate your macros and follow them exactly. To summarize: The keto diet is a great way to lose weight quickly and efficiently. However, it's important to remember that there's more to keto diet success than just cutting out carbs. By following these tips, you can ensure your success with the keto diet.  The ketogenic or keto for weight loss diet is a low-carb, high-fat eating plan. If you stick to it, it can help you lose weight, improve your mental focus, and even prevent chronic diseases. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Insecurity in your life creates uncertainty. You feel down and that stimulates your stress response. Over time, this takes a heavy toll on your life. You suffer mentally, physically and emotionally. This leads to stress eating.  Stress can cause you to eat more and gain weight. It's worth learning how you can deal with it effectively. But how do you keep your emotions up when life is dragging you down?  It's important to understand that you have a choice when life gets tough. You can let all the noise or challenges life throws at you drag you down - or you can take steps to overcome it all and take control of your life. There are many ways to keep yourself going even when times are bad. The most important thing is to take care of your physical, mental, and spiritual health. It doesn't have to be much, but it's got to be something. Here are a few tips on how you can feel good even when times are bad. 1 - Practice mindful self-care 2 - Try to focus on the positive aspects of life 3 - Change your routine 4 - Stop being harsh on yourself 5 - Find some kind of creative outlet 6 - What part of your life can you control? 7 - Make sure to connect with others 8 - Be a student of life Life can be hard, gritty and real. We can break down from the stress of life's challenges, or we can stay tough, learn lessons, be grateful for the good, and move forward.  Keep your head up when times are tough. Make yourself laugh and you'll soon find something to laugh about. Come out the other side wiser and stronger. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Have you ever seen so many types of diets like there are nowadays? Most of them are turning the simplicity of eating well-balanced, simple meals into some complex system. What you don't need is to spend more money on these so-called repackaged, new fad diets. Don't fall for the marketing, take a good look, and research before making a decision. Searching for the word “diet” brings a huge number of search results.  Huge amounts of data that tell you dieting is your answer for losing weight. Don't eat this, don't eat that. A lot of it is just confusing drivel. What it comes down to is dieting has become a method for restricting your eating habits. You start restricting your diet and the body will react with a big fat "no way man!" It never works. But people never learn and try the next new shiny diet that comes along, promising you the world. Most people have some kind of false idea of what a “healthy” body looks like, or how a “healthy” body should be shaped. This has completely changed in the last 50 years.  Men and women are and have always been obsessed with body image, shape, and size. Whatever the style of body image for both men and women was in the past, the chubby, rotund body image is no longer desirable.  So, what do we do? We change our diets. We look for quick fixes that will correct our undesirable bodies without much effort. We search for that one secret that makes all of our troubles go away instantly. We jump into fad diets. We engage in a diet mentality. We seriously get into diet restriction! This diet mentality is a way of approaching nutritional choices through dysfunctional corrections like: Is this “healthy?” Does what I'm about to eat fit into my restrictive diet? What will I have to sacrifice later? What's the cost on the treadmill I'll have to pay for this piece of cake? I hope this podcast helps you to think differently about food and your diet. Eating should be enjoyable, not stressful. Take it easy with yourself, give yourself time to eat in a relaxed way, enjoy every bite of every meal. Try it and experience the difference in your life! If you enjoyed this podcast, visit the site at weightlossmindset.co. Share this podcast on all your social media. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Did you know that 1 in every 3 women are negatively affected by some kind of hormone imbalance? It affects all areas of your life including gaining weight, fatigue, and bad sleep.  What's worse is that symptoms are often misdiagnosed. Many doctors think "it's all in your head" and will mostly just prescribe medicine for that.  That's not what you really need! If you've tried everything and suspect it just might be hormones, then take this hormone imbalances quiz and find out now. Because it'll help you understand what's causing your weight gain, why you can't lose weight easily, and what you can do about it. Go to wlmind.com/phq, That's w-l-m-i-n-d.com/p-h-q During my research into how to improve weight loss for people, I discovered many women are suffering from terrible hormonal imbalances. They had no idea that's what it was. thought they were going crazy.  Doctors don't usually find any issues with the usual tests. Many women gain weight, and that makes things worse. They feel depressed because nothing they try works. They can't sleep well and become more emotional, have more mood swings. One minute they're okay, the next, they get angry. I came across this lady called Ange who seemed to know a lot about this type of condition. She described how she went through hell herself and no one could help her. Doctors had no helpful answers. After a lot of trial and error, she solved the puzzle herself and documented everything. You can find out more about that by doing the quiz I told you about at the beginning of the episode. I'll also put a link in the show notes on the Weight loss Mindset site.  Most people don’t actually realize how much hormones can affect the way we feel and how our bodies function. That applies to males too, but in different ways. Hormones control many body functions! There's one I'm sure you've heard of called cortisol, the stress hormone. It's an important necessary hormone for the body just like all hormones, but when we get high levels of it, we get huge problems. Excessive weight gain is a major one. Hormones control how quickly we burn calories, libido, acne, hair loss, weight, moods, and a lot more. When we experience an imbalance, it can lead to symptoms that feel like depression, iron or other deficiencies, exhaustion, fatigue, excessive weight, and poor overall health. Hormones must be in the right balance to function properly. Much like a car. If you put the wrong gas or oil in your car, or it's not tuned correctly, it doesn't run well. It'll break down eventually. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

This is Weight Loss Mindset! What is eating mindfully and why should I care?  Mindfulness is being fully aware of the present moment.  Mindful eating helps you become aware of how you eat, what triggers you, and your relationship with food & your body. Do you eat slowly and mindfully? Or do you eat fast as if your very survival depends on how quickly you get the food into your mouth? Somewhere in between perhaps… Why should you care about mindful eating? Mindful eating comes from a technique called Mindfulness.  Basically, it's a kind of meditation that can help you focus on what you're doing when you're doing it. It's keeping your mind on the task you're doing and not daydreaming or thinking other thoughts. It's definitely not watching TV or your phone. Here's how mindful eating can help you You won't get distracted and you'll eat more slowly. You'll learn to spot your physical hunger cues so you don't overeat. Makes it easier to distinguish between real hunger and emotional hunger triggers. You can enjoy all your senses while eating by noticing flavors, smells, colors, sounds, and textures. It'll help you heal any guilt or anxiety about food. It helps you maintain your overall health and well-being. Weight loss diets & programs don't work Most overweight people who lose weight return to or exceed their initial weight within a few years. Emotional eating and eating because of food cravings cause weight gain and weight regain after successful weight loss. Stress plays a major part in overeating and obesity. Try these useful tips for mindful eating… Eat slower and don’t rush your meals. It takes at least 20 minutes for the brain to register that you're full. Chew longer but not faster. Enjoy every bite. There are many benefits to chewing your food longer. It not only helps improve digestion, but the saliva also neutralizes some harmful bacteria. Try chewing each bite for 30 seconds or more. Turn off the TV and put down your phone. These distract you from mindful eating. Eat in silence if possible. This helps keep your focus on eating. Notice how the food makes you feel. Notice the different flavors, the different smells, different textures. Stop eating the moment you feel full, yes even if there's still food on your plate. Some final thoughts… As you can see, Mindful eating aids weight loss by changing eating behaviors and stops any stress connected with eating. Eat slower, eat mindfully, and enjoy life more.  You deserve it! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

We all criticize ourselves way too much. We judge ourselves, blame ourselves, and get stuck with the resulting shame and regret.  Do you really want to get off the continuous dieting? Be kinder to yourself, celebrate all your successes and cut yourself some slack for any setbacks. No one wants to be around a cruel leader, right? So don't be one! One of the most harmful things we can do to our bodies is “go on a diet.” You're already on a diet. Your diet is the collection of all your eating habits.  It includes how you make food choices, which choices you make, how much you eat, and whether or not you address your emotions attached to food. Why do we crave the so-called "unhealthy foods" We didn’t evolve as humans with a desire for eating healthy foods. We evolved as a species by eating nutrient-dense foods to survive. Hey come on, please be kinder to yourself, okay? One of the most harmful aspects of modern dieting is the toll it takes on your self-esteem. Your body is biologically driven to survive. But, psychologically, we’re programmed to eat food for cultural, and emotional reasons. The fact is, food is necessary for survival. Just relax and take a step back for a moment If you find yourself having one of those internal monologues or conversations with yourself, and what you’re hearing is hurtful and cruel, it’s time to take a minute and step back.  Okay, first thing is, just stop it! The basic truth is that most of us could do with some adjustment to our bodies- or at least we think we need it. What we need more of though, are healthier relationships, a healthier mental attitude, more personal kindness, and acceptance of who we are right now. Be kind to yourself, starting right now! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Hello, I’m Rick Taylar, and this is Weight Loss Mindset! People waste their time jumping from diet to diet. Let's face it, you can't just diet, lose weight and then go back to your old ways of eating. It always fails.  Instead, how about finding a well-balanced, non-restrictive, nutritional eating style you can adopt for your whole life. Then tweak that slightly to fit your lifestyle as needed. If you want to learn how to use the correct combination of foods eaten at the right time of the day to reduce fat fast…  Try this way! Go to wlmind.com/p That's w-l-m-i-n-d.com/p. There are so many different diets out there right now. Of course, all of them claim to be "the one" that'll change your life. Some are based on science, while others are more or less based on someone's ideas.  Here's the skinny on low-carb and no-carb diets? These types of diets dramatically limit your carbs. These include carbs from grains, beans and fruit. These types of diets limit dieters mostly to proteins, fats, and limited amounts of certain vegetables. Why are these diets so popular?  Because they work. You can lose weight fast on one of these diets. That’s mainly because avoiding carbs means avoiding unhealthy carbs like junk food and sweets. What about Low-Fat or No-Fat Diets Fat is also not the enemy. If you research the whole non-fat argument, you might stumble across information that it was the sugar industry who created the whole "fat is bad for you" lie. Why? Because they wanted to move the negative attention off sugar, make people forget how bad it is for you. Misdirection!  Is the Mediterranean Diet Good For You? A popular diet based on science that has the approval of many health experts is the Mediterranean diet. Basically, it's the diet of people in the Mediterranean region, specifically Italy and Greece. This diet stresses consuming plants and plant oils, especially olive oil, as well as limited amounts of whole grains. If you want to learn how to use the correct combination of foods eaten at the right time of the day to reduce fat fast…  Go to wlmind.com/p That's w-l-m-i-n-d.com/p. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Hello, I’m Rick Taylar, and this is Weight Loss Mindset! Diets by themselves don't work very well. We all know this, but we keep trying. And it just makes things worse. It's Because they're focused on the wrong thing! There's ALWAYS an emotional reason for overeating. People usually seek comfort from food when they're stressed, unhappy, vulnerable or bored. Science has proven that 95% of diets are ineffective. Dieters usually put the weight back on (and then some) within a year. Is it possible to have an ideal weight forever? When I mention hypnosis, what comes to mind? I used to believe hypnosis was a way for someone to take complete control of your mind—Make you do what you don't want to do. So how can hypnosis help you have perfect weight forever? Anything that you have trouble with in your life. Anything you really want to change but feel you can't, needs a shift in your mindset first. Your mindset must be changed if you want lasting results. Willpower isn't the answer. We know the results from that are only temporary, right? Does hypnosis for weight loss work for everyone? The short answer is no, hypnosis is not some magic pill. It worked for me. I really HAD to handle my weight or suffer the consequences. It helped me become stronger than my habits and lessen their hold over me. I was lucky to find a really good program.  Your chances of success skyrocket. There are many studies that show how hypnosis can actually help with weight loss. I'll put links to those studies in the show notes for this episode. If you'd like to find out more about using hypnosis and take a free training program so you can get a feel for what I'm talking about, go to wlmind.com/pwf, That’s w-l-m-i-n-d.com/p-w-f Together with your strong desire to change your bad eating habits and your ability to re-program your subconscious mind you WILL get to your perfect weight, and stay there. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Hello, I’m Rick Taylar, and this is Weight Loss Mindset! Our mindsets are what form our character. Nothing changes without changing our mindset first. Focus on that and the things you'd like to change about yourself will start to become easier… When it comes to our bodies, we tend to be very concerned. We also tend to be overly judgmental. How we approach our body shapes, whether that shape is round or fit, is often decided by the aspects of the mindset we created for ourselves. Don't focus on the numbers, focus on your goals  One of the biggest reasons why so many New Year's Resolutions fail is because we don't spend the time crafting a workable goal.  This is because more often than not, goals are one of two things: Too non-specific  Too focused on the numbers  Stay off the scale and away from measuring tapes  If you take nothing else out of this section take at least this much: Muscle weighs more than fat. That being said… Stay off the scale. Try to identify your troublesome thoughts We all have it. That internal voice that tells you things like, “great job,” or “you really suck at this.”  It's not good or bad Stay away from any and all ideologies that demonize certain foods. Keep in mind that there is no red or blue pill for weight loss. No single act will affect your reality. You can, however, keep a positive and truly helpful mentality through your weight loss journey. That's what's important. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Hello, I’m Rick Taylar, and this is Weight Loss Mindset! Every thought we think helps to create our future. Weight loss begins in the mind with positive thoughts. Let's learn how to create effective weight loss affirmations so you can start using them effectively. Please don't underestimate the power of affirmations that are done well. They can work for you!  Affirmations are a powerful way to create desired effects in your life. But only if you use them in the right way. In fact, every thought and every word we say are affirmations. We continuously declare who we think we are and how we perceive our world. These words and thoughts create either positive or negative outcomes in our lives. Quite simple really! How and why affirmations can change your mind? When we're used to thinking or speaking a certain way for a period of time, it becomes buried as a habit in our subconscious minds. It becomes automatic. This creates who we are and how we behave. How to create effective affirmations for weight loss. Affirmations must be formulated in a certain way or they won't be effective. Here are 10 examples of weight loss affirmations you can use as a guide to formulate your own. I'll also include them in this episodes show notes for your reference. Losing weight is natural for me. I am at my ideal weight & I feel great! I am joyfully achieving my weight loss goals. I am losing weight every single day. I am eating foods that contribute to my wellbeing. I eat only when I feel hungry. I now certainly see myself at my ideal weight. I love the taste of healthy food. I control how much I eat. I can easily reach and maintain my ideal weight. I love and care for my body. I find it quite easy to lose weight. I am naturally slim. I believe in my ability to lose weight and keep it off. I only eat healthy foods. I am a disciplined eater. Okay, so practice affirmations every day and you'll start to see improvements. Never give up! It will happen. I hope you do well and achieve everything you set out to do! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Hello, I’m Rick Taylar, and this is Weight Loss Mindset! Overeating is mostly caused by emotional issues! Food has one simple function, to supply the body with the nutrition it needs to survive.  Learning to recognize true hunger from cravings is a key method to stop overeating. Give it a shot!   Learning the difference between psychological and physical hunger can help you stay on track and make healthier choices in your diet.  What Exactly is Psychological Hunger? Psychological hunger is about filling some void in your mind or your life. Unfortunately, no matter how much or what you eat, that void cannot be filled by food. This kind of eating behavior can lead to excess weight, more stress, more psychological strain, and a vicious cycle that's hard to break.  Here are five signs that'll help you decide if your eating habits are coming from your mind, not your stomach. Just knowing this can give you the ability to control it to some degree.  Is Your Hunger Actually Coming From Your Belly? Rate Your Hunger Level When You're Craving Specific Foods  You Suddenly Feel Hungry  Your Hunger Just Disappears Without Food  Learning to differentiate between physical and mental or emotional hunger can help you to resist your cravings and get your eating under control. It's the key to releasing yourself from the emotional patterns that guide your eating and enables you to focus on the nutrition your body needs and deserves.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Hello, I’m Rick Taylar, and this is Weight Loss Mindset! Many people have a losing mindset! No wonder they can't succeed at losing weight.  You must develop a winning mindset for everything you want to achieve in life. Unless of course, you like failing and staying fat! Here is some essential information that you need to know about creating a winning mindset: What exactly is a Mindset? Your mindset is who you are. It's composed of your beliefs, attitudes, feelings, habits and thoughts. Mindset is a simple idea that can create big changes. Mindset creates productivity. It creates motivation in sports, education, and business. It's what successful athletes, business people, and educators cultivate in themselves. So how can YOU achieve a winning mindset? 1. You must believe in yourself 2. Create a strategic plan 3. Learn to identify Your strengths and weaknesses 4. Increase your self-awareness 5. Have courage to face your challenges 6. Be nice to your body and take care of it 7. You must get good sleep and enough rest Losing weight effectively isn't just about exercise, cutting calories or starving yourself. You must plan and strategize. You need to develop a strong, positive mindset that will keep you on the right track, no matter what's happening in your life. You can do it! You've got this! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Hello, I’m Rick Taylar, and this is Weight Loss Mindset! Mindset is everything!  Weight loss begins in your mind.  Believe is achieving. You must see your future you at your ideal weight. If Your Body Is A Vehicle, Your Mind Is The Engine Your mindset drives you! It fuels your will and determination to work towards your goal. It's difficult to achieve and maintain an ideal body weight. It takes more than just healthy eating and regular exercise. A positive and motivated mindset is essential to keep you on track.  Two types of mindset: fixed and growth-oriented. People with a fixed mindset think only of absolutes and allow little to no room for possibilities. They are fixated to their opinion and won't budge from that framed mindset. When faced with challenges, they tend to take the easy way out to avoid failure and embarrassment. Here are some common ideas that clearly describe the two types of mindsets: Fixed Mindset • When I fail, I’m no good • I’m either good at it, or I’m not • When I’m frustrated, I give up • My abilities determine everything Growth Mindset • When I fail, I learn • I can learn anything I want to learn • When I’m frustrated, I persevere • My effort and attitude determine everything Start cultivating a growth mindset and practice these mantras and your diet plan will work much easier with more satisfying results. Let Go Of Your Negative Thinking to let go of fat! Follow these life-changing ideas that could help you eliminate any sort of destructive thoughts that sabotage your body weight. 1. What other people think about you is none of your business 2. Take your time. Slow & Steady Is Key. A little goes a long way 3. You may not be there yet, but every step gets you closer to your goal. Always remember that each small step taken is a step nearer to your goal. Never underestimate yourself. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Hello, I’m Rick Taylar, and this is Weight Loss Mindset! Meditation is a lifestyle that keeps you grounded, stress-free, and able to tolerate more randomity in your life. Everyone would benefit from doing daily meditation. Meditation helps to overcome difficulties and makes life better. Recovering from an eating disorder can sometimes be a massive task. When in a controlled environment, such as a hospital, recovery may be easier, but things often take a negative toll when reintroduced to the real world. These can range from the effects of stress to feelings of anxiety or worry. Here’s how meditation can help you stay grounded and successfully recover from an eating disorder: Meditation Can Teach You Self-Control Impulsiveness is one of the significant issues associated with eating disorders, a trait cultivated from years of bad habits. Meditation improves conscious thought and promotes self-control by focusing your thoughts on something else. Meditation Can Improve Intelligent Thinking You may be asking what intelligence has to do with an eating disorder, right? In the context of intelligence, nothing, because there’s no easy way to predict who’s susceptible to an eating disorder.  Meditation Can Help You Boost Well-Being And Improve Your Mood Although the biochemical pathways behind anorexia and bulimia are different, one thing that is common in both is the desire for food to deliver short bouts of happiness. Meditation Urges You To Fight For What You Want Keeping afloat can be a real struggle, day in and day out. It’s so much easier to fall back into the trap of an eating disorder than it is to fight against it every day. But including meditation as part of a larger strategy will keep you winning. Conclusion Recovering from an eating disorder is tough, but meditation can make it much more manageable. It takes more than meditation alone, but by incorporating sessions every day, you’ll be on your way to a fulfilling and happy life. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Hello, I’m Rick Taylar, and this is Weight Loss Mindset! You'll always experience some kind of discomfort when you try to lose weight or improve your health. It's normal, and it won't harm you. It doesn't mean there's something wrong with you. But, many people run away from this discomfort, and that causes their plans to fail. Just confront it, go through it, and your goals will be achieved. If you've recently made drastic or even minor changes to your eating habits, you might be experiencing various levels of discomfort that could send you rebounding back to your old, unhealthy ways. How To Deal With Your Physical Discomfort If you change your diet to include more healthy foods and less of the fatty, sugary, salty choices that caused your weight gain, then it can take time for your system to adjust to this new way of eating. For example, eating more fiber from fruits and vegetables can lead to bloating and uncomfortable gas. Don't give up, though! Your body just needs time to adjust to the increase in fiber, and once it does, your digestive system will work more efficiently, and you won't have these types of discomforts any longer. What About Mental and Emotional Discomfort? There are other reasons, though, why you may feel bad or uncomfortable when you try to make significant changes to your way of eating. When you eliminate foods, especially those high in sugar, salt, and fat, you deprive your brain of dopamine, which is that "happy or feel good" neurotransmitter that's released when you eat foods high in these substances. You've become addicted to this response over time with an unhealthy diet, and you're likely to experience some intense cravings and reactions when you cut these from your diet. Learning to become comfortable with this discomfort is necessary for staying the course and sticking to your goals to achieve successful weight loss.  Keeping your mind on the healthy, bright, vibrant vision of your future self will give you the strength you need to keep going! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Hello, I’m Rick Taylar, and this is Weight Loss Mindset! Emotional eating is a trap you should try to free yourself from It's so difficult to control your weight when emotions drive your eating habits. It's time to free yourself from emotional eating and begin a healthier more supportive lifestyle. Have you ever eaten an entire container of something that you didn't even really like? Have you ever found yourself in the kitchen looking for food minutes after you finished eating a meal? Do you automatically seek out food when you're upset or stressed out? These are all signs of emotional eating, which can be causing significant weight gain and problems with your health.  Are You Emotionally Eating? When you use food to help you feel better or manage stress, you are emotionally eating. Food is meant to satisfy physical hunger and give your body the nutrients it needs to function, and when you eat things that don't meet those needs, you're probably doing it to fill an unmet emotional need, instead.  How Do You Know If It's Physical or Emotional Hunger? Being able to distinguish between true, physical hunger and the emotional needs that often disguise themselves as hunger is important in learning how to overcome emotional eating. There are some ways that you can tell these two apart if you pay attention. What Can You Do To Stop Emotional Eating? Identifying the emotional triggers, lingering social habits, and bad influences can help you to stop your emotional eating habits and learn to listen instead to what your body needs and wants. You also must look for healthier ways to fill psychological voids and deal with stress and emotions that don't involve food. Learning to eat more mindfully can help you become better attuned to your body so that you disconnect your eating from your feelings. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Hello, I’m Rick Taylar, and this is Weight Loss Mindset! When I was struggling to lose weight many years ago I got so frustrated. Then, after a friend turned me on to using these special green smoothies, I started to effortlessly lose weight and I have never been healthier. Not all smoothies work for weight loss though. If you'd like to learn how to make the best smoothies that really work to help you lose weight fast, you can check them out here - go to wlmind.com/sd that's w-l-m-i-n-d.com/s-d Here are the TOP 5 Reasons More Women Are Using Green Smoothies To Lose Weight, Boost Their Energy, And Look Years Younger The great news is that just about everyone who drinks green smoothies loses weight. In fact, most people who follow the Smoothie Diet Weight Loss Program report up to 3-8 pounds weight loss in their first week! 1. Green Smoothies for Weight Loss A major benefit of Green Smoothies is weight loss. Keep in mind, not all smoothies are created equal however. Some are very healthy while others, not so much. A proper green smoothie for weight loss includes lots of leafy greens and other vegetables, whole fruits such as a banana or apple, and water.  2. Beautiful skin, hair, and nails Antioxidants are nature's magic pill for bringing out your natural beauty. Fresh fruits and vegetables are a powerhouse of nutrients and antioxidants.  3. Anti-Aging You not only get clearer skin, but the nutrients in green smoothies also help boost the production of collagen, creating firmer, younger-looking skin. Apples, strawberries, and oranges are great choices to add to your smoothie for this.  Green smoothies are a great source of these anti-aging enzymes. 4. Chronic Disease Prevention You do all this running around for a reason. You love your family and you want to take care of them. More than anything, you want to be around to enjoy them as you get older. 5. Improved Digestion And Gut Health All that fiber is great for clearing out your digestive tract. This alone has wonderful health benefits as your health starts in your gut. A clear and healthy digestive tract brings less bloating, reduced weight, improved toxin elimination, a stronger immune system, increased mental clarity, and more energy. Whether you are just trying to lose the last 5-10 lbs or you want to lose 30 lbs or more, I encourage you to watch the FREE video presentation and try the Smoothie Diet Program to see how effective detox smoothies for weight loss can be. Go to wlmind.com/sd that's w-l-m-i-n-d.com/s-d --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Hello, I’m Rick Taylar, and this is Weight Loss Mindset! It's hard to stay motivated for losing weight sometimes. This is just a trick of the mind trying to keep you where you are. We all know change is uncomfortable, right? Just accept it and push through the barriers. Your health is at stake here, isn't it? What is the motivation behind your efforts to lose weight? Finding the will to commit to a weight loss plan requires a degree of confidence and commitment that people who have never had to worry about their weight can only imagine. Losing weight is not as simple as backing away from the table, avoiding fast food places or sharing with the world you are on a diet. Instead, it's a lifelong commitment much as it is for an alcoholic to stay away from alcoholic beverages or an addict who has to find a way not to do drugs. Why Do I Want to Lose Weight? Ask yourself this question and answer it honestly from the heart, "Why do I want to lose weight?" Why are you putting yourself through the agony of trying to lose weight? Maybe you want to feel better. It could be that you are not happy with how you look to others or a health-related issue. Perhaps you are just tired of being overweight. Here is a key tip: Heartfelt motivation is much more powerful than head based motivation. Make Your New Lifestyle a Major Priority The next tip has to do with prioritizing your needs to make the necessary changes in your life. Sure, you may have an excellent idea of 'why' you are seeking to lose weight and a plan, but for it to be a success, you have to make it a priority over everything else.  Don't Sweat the Small Stuff The weight loss path is nothing to balk at by any means. You have a lot of lessons to learn about what contributes to weight gain for your body and what will allow you great success in losing weight. You will have to learn not to beat yourself up when things are not happening as fast as you might like for them to happen or if you have a minor setback. You have a lot of bad habits to break and new habits to create. Your goal throughout this process should be not to beat yourself up but learn to love yourself and imagine your future self once the extra weight is no longer visible. These are just three simple tips to help you find your motivation to lose weight. Just remember, take it easy on yourself but make plans now to commit to the process. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message

Hello, I’m Rick Taylar, and this is Weight Loss Mindset! Losing weight can have tremendous benefits. Not just physically, but also emotionally. In fact, the emotional benefits are way more important. It's time you started feeling a whole lot better about yourself, isn't it? When you can lose weight for good, it has tremendous benefits on your health, which includes not only your physical body but also your mental and emotional well-being, too. Being overweight can cause harm to your emotional state in many ways, including leading to low self-esteem, problems with depression, your ability to recognize your own health needs, and body shame. When you're finally able to lose weight and keep it off, you'll be able to enjoy many payoffs for your emotional well-being that you probably haven't considered before.  What's The Connection Between Weight and Emotions When you lose weight, especially large amounts or after being heavy for a long time, your body enjoys many advantages. A healthier weight lowers your risk for many chronic diseases, like heart disease, diabetes, and neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s. You even improve your chances for avoiding cancer. But the psychological benefits of losing and keeping off excess weight shouldn't be overlooked.  Your Self-Esteem Improves  When you successfully change your attitude and mindset about eating and food (as opposed to losing weight quickly on a certain “diet” or through surgery, you are more likely to support these new patterns of behavior over time. You're Less Likely to Feel Depressed Whether depression causes or is caused by weight gain, is not fully understood. We do know that people who successfully lose weight are less likely to suffer from depressive symptoms, even if they have clinical depression. Your Quality of Life Improves When you lose weight and adopt healthier habits all-around, you're more likely to feel more confident in your longevity. You're able to enjoy activities more and to have a better outlook about your overall quality of life. You'll Learn to Handle Your Emotions Better One of the reasons we gain weight and adopt poor eating habits is because we have an unhealthy relationship with food. We use it to help us feel better emotionally rather than as nutrients to feed our cells. Final Thoughts The emotional and psychological changes that you'll experience with permanent weight loss are tremendous. Becoming more satisfied with your body, your health, and your life leads to more enjoyment and satisfaction, less depression, and a happier life. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weightloss-mindset/message