The difficult path to harmony with oneself

In a world where ideal images are constantly broadcast in the media, it is very easy to be tempted to strive for someone else's standards. Many of us, when faced with the problem of being overweight, start looking for easy solutions, but as with other addictions, the path to health is not so straightforward. We often try to lose weight through diets, drugs or even surgery, forgetting that the real reason lies in our inner harmony, not just the number on the scale.

Many people know the effect of constant dissatisfaction with ourselves, when excess weight serves as an excuse for our failures. “If I were slim, life would be different,” people often think. This perception contributes to the creation of a “fat armor” that protects us not only from external factors, but also from internal experiences. It is incredibly important to realize that being overweight often becomes a defense mechanism against fears, dissatisfaction, or unmet needs.

The problem of being overweight does have many facets. Society still has a prejudice against obese people, who often face negativity not only from others, but also from themselves. The history of creating the image of a “happy fat person” is gradually giving way to the stereotype: “a fat person is a lazy and weak-willed person”. The movie industry also supports this stereotype, where heroines always lose weight by the finale, finding happiness only with a perfect figure.

But what to do for those who can't or don't want to follow these standards? Maybe it's time to reconsider your concept of beauty and health? It's not how our body looks, but how we feel inside. Our thoughts and attitudes about ourselves determine how we perceive the world around us and what changes occur in our lives.

Sometimes we are so accustomed to a habitual lifestyle that we don't even notice how food becomes a means of dealing with our inner feelings. We nibble on problems, stresses, fears and anxieties instead of facing them honestly. This doesn't mean that we should completely give up the pleasure of food, but it is worth learning to distinguish between true hunger and mere appetite associated with emotional experiences.

Psychologists offer an interesting technique for overcoming food addiction - creating your own “circle of pleasures”. It is important to learn to get joy from different aspects of life, not just food. This can be recreation, socializing with loved ones, hobbies, or just a walk in the fresh air. Recognizing yourself and your needs in these areas helps to reduce the need to nibble on stress and worries.

The importance of taking care of your body should not be overlooked either. Writing down your nutrition, exercising regularly, and making small gains in changing your habits can be the first step toward making long-awaited changes. The main thing is to remember that success depends not only on effort, but also on the inner willingness to change your views, perceptions and attitude towards yourself.