Have you ever thought that your thoughts might be the key to unlocking healthier weight? What if, in a world that touts diets and exercise routines as the ultimate solution, we told you your mindset could be the secret ingredient?
Is it true that the way you view your body can influence your weight loss journey. Let’s look at the fascinating research which suggests that our beliefs and perceptions may play a greater role than we thought.
Ellen Langer is a Harvard psychology professor, mindfulness pioneer and a Harvard psychologist who has led a groundbreaking weight loss study. In her study, 84 hotel room attendants were split into two groups. One group was told that their daily tasks were in fact a form exercise, meeting the requirements of a healthy lifestyle. The control group was not informed of this information.
What are the results?
But how can this be translated to the wider society? This study offers a refreshing view in a culture that is obsessed with quick fixes. It suggests that weight loss is more about how you perceive your daily activities than the intensity of your workouts or strictness of your diet.
What does this mean to you? It means that your mental attitude is as important as your physical actions in transforming your body. It’s all about finding joy in your movements, embracing a healthy self-image and recognizing the importance of every step, whether you’re at work or during leisure.
Concluding, the conversation about weight loss shouldn’t be limited to calorie-counting and gym sessions. It should also include discussions about mindset, self compassion, and the joys of living an active lifestyle. It may be as simple as changing our mindset about daily activities to achieve sustainable weight loss.
Transform your mind, transform your life.
