Many people promise to lose weight but never seem to achieve their goals. Perhaps it is due to a lack of motivation. Well, there is something that can help increase enthusiasm for self-improvement through weight loss. That something is love.
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Loneliness and weight gain
2.1. Overeating as compensation
One of the many reasons why several people gain weight in the first place due to excessive eating and lack of exercise may be due to intense loneliness and the need to compensate for this. “No one wants me anyway,” they would say or think to themselves in self-pity, “so it shouldn’t matter what I look like, at least let me enjoy something!”
This emotion is quite understandable; however, it is not the correct approach to handling the situation. Instead of resorting to unhealthy binges as a resort to compensate for being alone, why not make efforts to find that special someone who would motivate you to be a better person?
Physical appearance and relationships
3.1. The importance of self-care
It is a known fact that the first thing people judge others on is quite simply their appearance. If you don’t look appealing or at least come off as being concerned about your appearance to some degree, this could be an instant turn-off for most people.
So instead of giving up on yourself, it will be a much better and healthier idea to make yourself presentable and appealing just in case that special someone comes around.
3.2. The foundation of self-confidence and happiness
In addition, when you make efforts to be healthier and fitter, you automatically create the foundation for increased self-confidence, happiness, and a positive outlook on life.
Options for finding love
4.1. Where to look
Now, admittedly, it may seem hard at times to find that person to share our feelings with, however, there are still plenty of options for finding someone, and it’s safe to say the energy spent on binging and consequently gaining excess weight could be expended in such endeavors.
The choices are truly limitless: places of worship, online options (the MySpace site seems very popular for meeting people), work, the gym, and so on. Friends, with all these choices at hand, you really don’t have to be alone and use this as an excuse for not caring about yourself.
Falling in love with oneself
5.1. Loving our neighbor as ourselves
Even in the worst-case scenario: How about falling in love with yourself?
That’s a start. Christ’s wisdom and subtlety come to mind here when he says, “Love your neighbor as you love yourself.” When you love yourself (not being vain or overly superficial), you will make efforts to always look and be your best naturally.
As a result, that motivation could and should serve as the spur to action to lose excess weight if needed.
Maintaining love in a relationship
6.1. Not neglecting our health and appearance
Now, if you are already in a relationship, this should serve as motivation to want to look and be your best. To simply let things get out of hand with your health and appearance can make you appear less attractive to your partner, despite what people say about it’s not what’s on the outside that matters.
6.2. Sex as exercise
Moreover, need I mention that excess weight and poor fitness levels can obstruct what may have been a healthy and happy sex life for two people in love? (Oh, and on that subject, sex is a great exercise, so that’s another way love, at least making it, could come in handy for losing weight)
Conclusion
Al Green once said, “Love can make you do wrong, can make you do right.”
I say it can make you lose weight!
Here’s to a healthier and happier you.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can love really help me lose weight? Yes, love can be a source of motivation to take care of oneself and adopt healthier habits, which in turn can lead to weight loss.
- How can love affect my motivation to lose weight? When you are in love or love yourself, you are more likely to want to care for your appearance and health, which can lead you to adopt healthier habits and ultimately lose weight.
- Where can I find love if I feel lonely? There are many options for finding love, such as places of worship, online options, work, the gym, and more. The important thing is to be open and willing to meet new people.
- How can I maintain love in a relationship and still care for myself? Keep communication open with your partner, support each other in your health and wellness goals, and engage in activities together that allow you to stay active and healthy.
- How can sex help me lose weight? Sex is a form of exercise that burns calories and can improve cardiovascular health. Additionally, sex can release endorphins, which can make you feel happier and ultimately motivate you to care for yourself and lose weight.
