Dear Reader,
So often when people are trying to lose weight, their focus is on what they can’t do or what they need to give up. These five healthy behaviors aren’t about what you need to give up, but what you want to add to your day.
Changing habits can be challenging, and people often underestimate how difficult it can be to alter their everyday patterns. But what’s often challenging to begin with generally becomes more manageable over time. In other words, stick with it, because it will get better.
Succeeding long term with weight loss isn’t just about eliminating negative behaviors but changing how you go about your day to avoid difficult situations. If you’re a stress eater, yes, you want to stop reaching for a candy bar whenever you feel stressed, but by building exercise into your daily routine, you can lower your stress level so that you’re less likely to be placed in this type of high-stress situation. | 
