Gratitude Changes Everything- Even Your Weight!

Ingratitude is a state of mind we find ourselves in when we forget the kindness or favors we’ve received in life. The natural consequence for ingratitude is anxiety and/ or depression. We often times overeat to numb feelings of anxiety & depression. Therefore, often times, when we begin to practice gratitude- remember the kindness & favor we’ve received in life- it becomes easier to stop overeating and lose weight.

Some of the things my clients are grateful for include:

• the fun & excitement of their own or others’ children

• a safe home/ neighborhood

• the warm bed they sleep in

• airconditioning

• clean water

• nourishing food

• silly pets

• the ability to use their intelligence & creativity in their job

• teaching & discipline from parents when they were young

• an adventurous best friend

• a comfortable car

• heated/ air conditioned seats

• family who is there for them in tough times

• a strong body

• laughter/ good humor

• a quick mind

• wicked problem solving skills

• a democratic society

• gracious strangers

• friendly neighbors

• a country that’s rich in resources and opportunity

• fun fashion

• crazy in laws

• cleverness in dealing with people

• a mom who would do anything for them

• police, firefighters, the military

• a devoted partner

The list goes on and on…

It’s easy to start practicing gratitude! First thing in the morning, simply jot down three things you’re grateful for. Write it on paper and keep a tally for the week- and try not to duplicate the items you name!

Let me know how it works for you. I’d love to hear how the first steps of your transformation go!