The other night at my weight loss group someone mentioned that they weigh themself every day and that they got super pissed off if they gained.
That prompted a discussion about how often you should weigh yourself but it also got me thinking about our reactions to the outputs of our hard work.
First, understand that you cannot directly affect the short term output. The only things you can directly affect are the inputs, the choices you make. In turn, those inputs influence the long term outputs. Imagine it like having an argument with a friend. In the short term you can apologise (input) but you can't control their reaction (short term output). Over the longer term you can continue to be a good friend (input) and it's likely things will improve (long term output).
It's the same with weight loss. I can control what I eat (not very well, admittedly 😂) which is an input but I cannot control what the scale will say tomorrow (short term output). I can continue to control what I eat (input) and, in all likelihood, the long term output, my weight and wellness, will improve.
I also think it's important to look for other positive outputs besides just weight. Energy levels, mood, self-confidence, sleep quality, breathing - these are all outputs and by focussing on them all, you might find a positive change in one of those which keeps you going when the scales are being stubborn.
Control the inputs; diet, exercise, hydration, rest, positive mindset, and trust that the outputs will happen in time. Every day is a penny in the jar, you'll get there.
PS if you're interested I think weighing in once every 10 days or so is sensible. I once tried an experiment to weigh myself every couple of hours and the fluctuations are ridiculous, like +-7lbs in one day. I definitely don't reccomend weighing in every day.
Hope something here helps you.
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