It doesn't have to be that way. Use this guide to turn self-sabotage into support.
You want to reach your goal weight -- fast. So you vow, "I'm going to go to the gym for 2 hours every single day!" Or, you promise yourself, "I'm going to lose 30 pounds for that wedding next month!"
Taking that approach to weight loss simply won't work. Drastic, over-the-top plans won't take you to your goal weight.
Instead, take small steps toward a realistic goal. It will keep you moving steadily forward. It may take longer than you'd like, but you're much more likely to stick with your plan.
You can set smaller goals along the way, too. And they don't all have to involve the bathroom scale.
Celebrate each time you meet a small goal. Treat yourself to something small (like steaming a new movie or a yoga class) that's not about food.