Shifting out of a Diet Mentality

Most of us have been so indoctrinated by the diet mentality of the world that the diet-free approach to weight loss seems like it can’t work.  We are so entrenched with the,  “I must see pounds coming off right away or it isn’t working” thinking that we won’t stay with the new way of life long enough to see the results.  

If you find yourself thinking this way you must understand that it is hard to make the shift from always thinking what you can eat or cannot eat.  Whether you can have a hamburger or ice cream or choose the low cal/low carb “cardboard” substitute for food. You’re worried if you’ve gained weight on the trip, or over the holiday.  Will your Capri pants fit or not in the Spring when the Winter months are over?  These are all universal thoughts and concerns you might be having. 

Several comments are coming back from new participants who have been in the program for 1 week, “I’m trying not to try.”  

“I’m not sure about this; I’m worried that I’ll gain weight if I don’t worry anymore.  So, either way I’m worried.”

“Can this really work?”

“It’s hard not to step on the scale.”

This demonstrates the mentality that so many of us have adopted over the years: that losing weight has to take serious effort and sacrifice.  Yes you do have to change the way you eat to lose weight but you will do that naturally as you go through the program.  You will not worry if you eat a donut, etc. because you will do less and less of that as you go.  You will start to really consider whether you want to eat the less healthy choice or the real, live food, and you will choose the live option. 

Our brains are designed to take care of us, to keep us alive and to do so as comfortably as possible.  When you worry about food it sends a message to the brain and body that there is trouble and the survival mechanisms kick in or continue to operate.  You are quite literally keeping yourself fat by worrying about being fat.  STOP WORRYING! Relax! Take a load off (literally) by not fighting it.  This is the most liberating feeling you will ever have, but you have to let it happen.

“It’s nice that the pressure is off!”

Remember, this is a money back guarantee if after the 3 month program you have not lost weight.  So, keep on going and watch your thinking transform.

Is the Weight Loss System Neurofeedback?

The Diet-Free Alpha State Weight Loss System is not neurofeedback.  It is a life change, body and mind perspective changes, and reinforcements and changes that take place while training in an Alpha State.  Alpha State training is an ideal state for learning. It is when your brain is relaxed but aware.  A significant level of reeducation needs to accompany many of our thinking patterns about weight, body image, weight loss, and ideal body weight.  The world of dieting and the approaches just don't work long term for reasons explained as part of the weight loss program.  Even I find myself slipping back into thinking patterns that have dominated my mind set until recently. 

There is a money-back guarantee with the system.  If you have not lost weight in the 3-month program we offer, we'll refund your money.

Hope that answers your questions.

A Client Went on Vacation and Lost Weight!

Even after eating deep fried fish and chips non-stop, finding a favorite bakery, and indulging at the local ice cream shop, one of our weight loss clients actually lost weight on vacation last week.  Instead of worrying about what he was eating while on vacation, he took the pressure off as learned in the Diet-Free Alpha State Weight Loss System approach.  He found he actually ate less of what he loved but still enjoyed everything he wanted to try.  He said he usually gains 5-10 pounds on vacation, but it was a nice change to not worry so much about the weight and what he was eating.  He went on long sightseeing walks, enjoyed the beautiful country, and the local cuisine.  To his pleasant surprise he actually lost 3 pounds!

Why is it Important to Understand Our Relationship with Food?

Once we understand what food and eating means to us, we can come face to face with why we are overweight and why we stay that way.  In the Diet-Free Alpha State Weight Loss System we take you through a mental exercise where you start to understand those answers.  Understanding what is at the core of your eating style, habits and your weight, sets the stage for the script you will listen to during your Alpha State training and your nightly training with the CD that is customized for you.

Believe it or not, some people overeat and want to be overweight without even thinking about it.  They are hiding behind their weight subconsciously.  The weight becomes a protection for them in a sense.  To lose the weight is like exposing themselves to something potentially emotionally or physically dangerous.
Others overeat because it gives them a sense of freedom.  There are no boundaries and restrictions as were perhaps given them in their childhood or youth.

Some people associate food with events or childhood feelings.  They use it as a grieving for a loss that happened years ago, without even realizing it.
Once we come face to face with what food means to us, we begin to understand more clearly our choices.  At that point we can change the relationship we have with food, and build a new one that includes us being thin.  It's very eye-opening and puts us on the path to self-awareness and weight loss and control. 

Weight Loss Program Questions/Answers

Hi,

I have several questions about the weight loss program:

Q - Do we have to come at a certain time on Mondays?

A - The first kick-off meeting for your start date is the only set time.  They are Mondays at 5:00p.  If that doesn't work for you, they will be video-taped for review.

The other in-office Alpha State training can be scheduled M-TH from 9:00a-5p.

Q - What is the success? Do people lose weight or just learn to eat healthier?

A - Well, I've already lost 8.5 pounds since I started 4 weeks ago.  I probably could have lost more to date, but I'm sticking with the principle of eating what I want. I'm not limiting myself.  If it takes me 1 year to obtain my desired weight...that's ok with me because I don't feel deprived and I can tell my body's responding as the program is designed.

I've tried multiple diets in my life and had the same experience as everyone else in the past.  I was up and down, but mostly up. You will start eating healthier, but by choice.  There is nothing off limits and you can eat whatever you want.  What's different is that you change your relationship with food and train your brain to tell your body to lose weight.  Other clients on the program have stopped gaining weight and have already started to lose and are making the food relationship changes.

It's simple!  Unrestrictive.  I can sit down and eat with my family and not act like a rabbit; even though I eat more "live" foods, which includes more salad.  But not because I have to.  I put any dressing I want on it and enjoy!  I even ate a shake last night.

  
Q - Can I make payments or do I have to pay for it all at one time?

A - Right now we are very limited on whom we are taking on.  Because of our limited openings, we are not offering a payment plan at this time. However, we do offer a money-back guarantee.  If you don't lose weight after the 3-month program, we'll return your money.  You have nothing to lose but the weight.

I Took a Bite and Walked Away...

A weight loss client reported she started to eat a doughnut (guilt free) at work this week.  She took a bite and decided she wasn't that interested.  Usually she would have finished the whole thing without even thinking, and even would have had a couple more.  She's been listening to her audio CD every night that is helping to change the way she views food.  She lost 1 pound this week and when asked if she was disappointed in only the 1 pound she said, "No, the weight loss is just a bonus.  The fact that I quit gaining weight is the most amazing thing."  She explained that not having to worry about what she's eating and being guilt free is what's really important to her now, and still to have lost the pound was amazing.