The journey beyond the scale reveals profound truths about weight loss, psychology, and finding joy amidst life's most challenging moments.

When we think about cravings, most of us focus on willpower and restriction. But what if that approach actually strengthens our desire for forbidden foods? Drawing from behavioral psychology, I explore how our subconscious mind processes negation (spoiler: it doesn't), and why telling yourself "don't think about donuts" virtually guarantees you'll think about donuts. The solution? Freedom. Like a country dog with acres to roam who's perfectly content resting on the porch, giving ourselves permission to eat anything (within caloric limits) paradoxically reduces our psychological need to rebel against restrictions.

But cravings aren't just psychological—they're often your body's way of communicating specific nutritional needs. Chocolate cravings may signal magnesium deficiency, while salt cravings point to electrolyte imbalances. By understanding these signals, we can respond more intelligently to what our bodies actually need rather than mindlessly indulging.

The most powerful revelation came through profound personal loss. After losing two beloved dogs and a dear friend within a devastatingly short timeframe, I confronted mortality in ways that transformed my approach to health and weight loss. I realized that between today and my final day—whenever that might be—the only thing I truly control is how I feel. This clarity shifted everything: weight loss isn't the goal; it's merely a byproduct of creating a lifestyle that supports health, mobility, and joy.

Ready to transform your relationship with food and build sustainable systems that naturally lead to weight loss? Join me on this journey as I navigate the remaining 60 pounds of my weight loss goal, prepare for maintenance mode, and pursue activities like paddleboarding, scuba diving, and completing a triathlon—all while choosing joy every step of the way.

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Beyond the Scale: Life, Loss, and Finding Joy