122. Self-Sabotage in Weight Loss Series: FIGHTING REALITY

In today’s episode, Dr. Sasha High dives into a powerful mindset barrier in weight loss: fighting reality. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “It’s not fair that I have to work so hard,” or “I shouldn’t have to track what I eat,” this episode is for you. Dr. High explains how these thoughts may feel justified but are actually holding you back. She discusses how accepting reality, instead of resisting it, can pave the way to real progress in your health journey.

Key Takeaways:

1. Resisting Reality Creates Emotional Suffering
• Fighting against the facts of your situation leads to frustration, resentment, and sometimes anger. This emotional resistance drains your energy and makes it harder to stay motivated on your weight loss journey.
2. Fighting Reality Leads to Inaction
• When you focus on the unfairness or difficulty of your circumstances, it’s easy to give up. This mindset makes you feel like your efforts are futile, keeping you from taking the steps that will actually move you forward.
3. Ignoring the Power of Acceptance
• Acceptance doesn’t mean you have to like your situation; it just means you stop resisting it. Accepting reality allows you to focus on actions within your control instead of wishing things were different.

Practical Strategies to Move Forward:

1. Acknowledge What’s Within Your Control
• Identify the habits and responses that are in your hands, rather than wasting energy on aspects you can’t change.
2. Reframe Your Thoughts
• Shift your language from “I shouldn’t have to…” to “I choose to… for my health.” This reframe puts you in control and helps you own your actions.
3. Practice Radical Acceptance
• Accept your reality without judgment. Radical acceptance frees up energy to focus on actionable steps instead of resisting what is.
4. Focus on What’s Working
• Instead of dwelling on what’s unfair, celebrate small wins and focus on the progress you’re making. These positive steps forward will keep you motivated.

Fighting reality will only hold you back. Accepting your situation allows you to focus on what you can control and take meaningful actions that lead to progress. Embrace your reality, stay empowered, and keep moving forward.

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