Weight Loss and Resistance to Change


Successful weight loss is difficult because it often involves significant lifestyle changes. Most people are creatures of habit and do not welcome these changes.

In his book, Mastery: The Keys to Success and Long-Term Fulfillment, George Leonard makes the point that over a lifetime of certain habits, we’ve created homeostatis in our lives. When we change, even for the better, we’re going to feel a natural tug back to how things were.

Here are some tips from Leonard on how to deal with the inevitable tug when we attempt to change things:

1. “Be aware of the way homeostasis works… don’t panic or give up at the first sign of trouble. Be willing to negotiate with your resistance to change… The fine art of playing the edge in this case involves a willingness to take one step back for every two forward, sometimes vice versa.”
2. “Follow a regular practice.”
3. “Develop a support system.”
4. “Dedicate yourself to lifelong learning.”

When you are attempting to lose weight keep these re-calibrating points in mind.


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