Fresh Perspectives and the Top 7 Motivators
This week, I've been considering what the best motivator for losing weight is.
The answer?
The one that works for you now.
Almost any motivator CAN work.
The key word being CAN.
Here are the top 7 motivators that have helped my clients lose weight in the past year...
- I just want to.
- My doctor says I have to.
- So I don't have a big belly in front of me.
- So I can sit and play with my grandkids on the floor.
- To feel better (aches, pains, spasms)
- To like myself more.
- To fit into the other half of the clothes in my closet.
Do any of those spark interest for you?
Maybe one of those motivators, or one similar to it, can help you lose weight now.
Over time, your motivator will likely shift.
Don't worry about finding THE right motivator.
There isn't such a thing.
There is only the motivator that works for you right now.
And that is enough.
Good luck on your journey to a healthier you!
Sincerely,
Heidi Bradford Coaching
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