Can't Lose Weight? Learn to Let Go

Are emotional obstacles getting in the way of achieving your weight loss goals?
From the moment you wake up, you might constantly be tempted by the foods surrounding you.

Unfortunately, this can make sticking to your diet extremely difficult, especially if you've just recently switched up to a healthier lifestyle.

You've likely heard it all... it's okay to eat unhealthy if you're working out, you can eat whatever you want in the morning and diet in the afternoon, weight loss is as simple as calories in and calories out.

It's not that simple. Hunger and weight loss can be extremely complex. For example, research has shown that there are two kinds of hunger; physical and emotional. Surprisingly, the tougher one to conquer might be emotional.

In fact, experts estimate that 75% of overeating is due to emotions.

How can you learn to let go of your emotional obstacles and finally achieve your weight loss goals?

Sheila H. Forman, PhD, discusses the emotional obstacles that might be getting in the way of you achieving your weight loss goals.

Additional Info

  • Segment Number: 4
  • Audio File: ER_101/1528er5d.mp3
  • Featured Speaker: Sheila H. Forman, PhD
  • Book Title: The Best Diet Begins In Your Mind: Eliminate the Eight Emotional Obstacles to Permanent Weight Loss
  • Guest Bio: formanDr. Sheila Forman is a psychologist specializing in helping people eliminate the emotional obstacles that prevent them from achieving their ideal weight.

    She is the author of three self-help books, The Best Diet Begins in Your Mind – Eliminate the Eight Emotional Obstacles to Permanent Weight Loss, Do You Use Food to Cope? A Comprehensive 15 - Week Program for Overcoming Emotional Overeating and Self-fullness: The Art of Loving and Caring for Your 'Self.'

    Dr. Sheila's other credentials include university professor, radio talk show host, media psychologist and former practicing attorney.
  • Length (mins): 10
  • Waiver Received: No
  • Host: Leigh Vinocur, MD