Holding yourself accountable

[tracy1976]

I know that having goals is important to achieving long-term weight loss. However, what are some good and easy ways to make sure I keep myself accountable. I always have good intentions when it comes to goals but they end up falling flat. Suggestions?

[CuJo1992]

Here are a few tips:

- Don't make your goals to unreachable. Start small and gradually increase your expectations as you become more and more committed to staying on target.
- Make the right choice more often than not. You wouldn't let your kid get away with breaking rules, so don't give yourself a pass either.
- Distract yourself with an activity you like when you are struggling to avoid seconds, eat that bad food, etc.
- Keep things fun
- Get proper rest. Having the right amount of sleep makes a huge difference on how well you do and your positive mood

[tracy1976]

Thanks for all the tips CuJo1992! A good idea might be to distract myself with something else. It's true that when you get your mind off something you can often forget about it. :)

[1000kw]

Thanks for all the tips CuJo1992! A good idea might be to distract myself with something else. It's true that when you get your mind off something you can often forget about it. :)

Very true. That said, it's difficult to get your mind off things, especially for the long term. I find that one of the best ways to really get yourself out of a certain headspace is to talk to other people. Someone you can trust with your feelings and thoughts. Venting your frustrations and speaking your mind and listening to the opinion someone has on the same subject can often make me feel like life isn't over. Knowing other people care has helped me out of some dark times with weight loss and has helped me to hold myself accountable, too.

[jenny25]

Very true. That said, it's difficult to get your mind off things, especially for the long term. I find that one of the best ways to really get yourself out of a certain headspace is to talk to other people. Someone you can trust with your feelings and thoughts. Venting your frustrations and speaking your mind and listening to the opinion someone has on the same subject can often make me feel like life isn't over. Knowing other people care has helped me out of some dark times with weight loss and has helped me to hold myself accountable, too.

This is a good idea. I also think it's good to focus on your mental health and to also engage in mindful activities, be it Yoga, meditation or something else that can help put you in a positive state of mind. :)