Daily Inspiration - Reassure loved ones

Reassure loved ones.

The special people in your life will go through a flood of emotions as you transform before their eyes. Your spouse, family, and friends may feel insecure as you approach your goal weight. When you were large, they may never have feared losing your love and attention. Now that you are thinner, and especially if you get thinner than they are, they may fear that you will not want to spend time with them or that you will leave.

Be reassuring. If you're loved ones feel threatened by your new body, they may try to sabotage your efforts. Help them realize that you still want to be in a relationship with them, and that you are willing to work things out.

Action for the day: Look a loved one in the eye today and tell him or her you love them. Thank them for supporting you. And offer reassurance.

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