weight loss and reward systems

One of our wonderful patients told me yesterday of a really cool deal she has with her spouse.

For every 10 pounds she loses on the way to her goal, she receives a "reward" of clothing allowances. Obviously, she can afford her own clothes at anytime, but this has become a sort of contest for them. She will wait until she loses the ten pound increments, and then gets the "reward".

We are so used to rewarding ourselves or have others reward our good deeds with calories. A box of Godiva chocolate, a dinner out, etc. Re-learning how to make reward systems based on non-caloric systems is difficuly, but yet integral for progressing in our weight loss efforts.

Think of reward systems for yourself to help motivate you to reach your goals to be healthier, happier, and looking younger!