 Weight gain's underlying issues
There is a tendency in society to label obese people as lazy. But many people have problems losing weight because their lives are too hectic and stressed to allow them to focus on healthful habits.
Morbid obesity rarely occurs without underlying issues. It is those issues that either keep the weight on or cause it to be regained after a loss.
Resolving those issues is key to making the necessary changes that lead to permanent weight loss.
Here are some questions you may want to ask yourself:
Do you tend to avoid delegating responsibility over concern that others won't do the job correctly? If so, you may be keeping yourself overly busy so that you don't have to focus on the deeper things that are hurting you.
Do you feel the need to either do something perfectly or not at all? This can stop someone from even beginning a weight-loss program. They feel that if they can't be successful at it, they don't want to try, only to risk failure.
Do you often worry about what other people think of you? Many people might think that a morbidly obese person has low self- esteem because of their weight. However, in many cases, they are overweight because of the low self-esteem. The issues that cause them to have a poor view of themselves also cause them to turn to food for comfort. Concern over the opinions of others may also prevent them from seeking the support they need from family and friends.
If any of this sounds familiar, I encourage you to seek the support of a trained therapist or counselor, preferably someone who is well-versed in food addiction. If you can build a strong foundation, your efforts will be much more successful.
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