Dieting relies on restriction, deprivation and unnatural behaviors such as calorie counting. Yet so many people believe that this is the only way that you can lose weight. Dieting can work for people who believe that the only way they can change is if they’re being hit with the stick.

But you can take the carrot approach, too, and have a much more pleasant experience. You won’t feel like you’re dieting (because you’re not), and there’s room for you to actually enjoy what you’re eating.

But to get started, you need to do a few things:

1 – Get clear on your goals. What do you want to accomplish? How much weight or how many inches do you want to lose? By when do you want to do it? And, more importantly, why do you want to lose it? The why is the most important part – it is the reason that you decide to keep going with whatever plan you decide to do. You need a big enough “why” to keep you motivated. It can be positive or negative – depending on your personality, one may motivate you more than another.

2 – Get clear on where you are. What is your starting point? From a physical perspective, what is your size? What is your BMI? What are your measurements? Then, you need to get clear on what you’re currently doing. How much are you eating? When are you eating? What exactly are you eating? How is it making you feel? And, how does it compare to the way you take care of yourself – your exercise, your rest, and how much you enjoy the rest of your day?

3 – Get clear on what’s real. Do you know how to eat healthfully? Are you clear on what’s truly healthful food, and what’s marketed as healthy? Do you know which foods are helping you stay strong and vibrant, and which ones are making you feel sluggish and tired? Are you clear on how to eat to build muscle and burn fat?

If you’re ready to get started and need help, contact me and we can discuss how you can start your own anti diet