Here are some things that are absolutely true about weight loss:

1. Losing weight is something you do for yourself.
2. It takes a long time to see results.
3. It requires care and attention to detail.
4. There will be setbacks
5. Reflection on how it’s going helps the process.

Welcome to the work of weight loss. It’s not glamorous, and it takes patience but it offers the chance to transform my life for the better. My journey is more than physical – having perseverance, optimism, and the flexibility to stick with it are qualities that remind me to believe in myself.