The Missing Piece of the Weight Loss Puzzle
If you search “hierarchy of weight loss” online, you’ll find lots of information about calories, calorie deficits, how much protein, carbs, and fat you should eat, and the importance of drinking water. You’ll also see a bunch of ads for the latest supplements promising fast results. While these things do matter for weight loss, there’s something important that’s often missing from the conversation: our beliefs, mindset, and identity. These are even more important for long-term success.
Most of the clients who come to me for help with weight loss have spent years trying every fad diet out there. They aren’t stuck because they don’t know how many calories are in certain foods or which foods are healthy. They’re stuck because they haven’t built a strong foundation for lasting change. Without realizing it, they’ve missed how their beliefs, mindset, and identity affect their actions—and that’s where real change starts.
What we believe affects how we act because our beliefs shape how we see the world and ourselves. Here’s how it works:
Beliefs affect how we see things: What we believe changes how we look at situations. For example, if someone thinks they are "bad at sticking to a diet," they might give up before they even try because they expect to fail.
Beliefs influence our choices: Our choices reflect what we believe is possible or worth doing. If someone thinks they’ll never lose weight because they’ve failed before, they may not try, or they may give up on themselves.
Beliefs become reality: When we believe something strongly, we act in ways that make it come true. For example, if someone believes they have no willpower, they might avoid situations that require it, which just reinforces their belief.
Mindset shapes habits: Our beliefs create our habits. Positive beliefs about our ability to change help us build good habits, while negative beliefs keep us stuck in unhealthy behaviors.
Beliefs shape identity: Our beliefs shape how we see ourselves, and we act in ways that match that identity. If someone thinks, “I’m the type of person who can’t lose weight,” they’ll act in ways that support that identity, like avoiding healthy habits.
The truth is, lasting weight loss isn’t just about what you eat—it’s about how you think. By changing your beliefs, mindset, and identity, you can escape the cycle of frustration and build a foundation for lasting success. When you change how you see yourself, you change your actions, and that’s where true transformation happens.
If you’re ready to stop trying quick fixes and start focusing on what really matters, I’m here to help. Let’s work together to change your mindset and create a plan that fits your goals. Schedule a FREE CALL Today and take the first step toward lasting change. Your journey to a healthier, more empowered you starts now.
