The week has finally come to an end. I had a massage last night to try and loosen up my shoulder and back, then today it was off to see the therapist this morning. I wasn't feeling so well this morning so I didn't go to the gym first thing this morning, I waited till after physio and went for a half hour then, I'll try to get there over the weekend.
How to apply the Hierarchy of needs to weight loss.
A weight-loss program must be designed to meet the primary needs of the individual, ensuring adequate nutrition and support, eg programs that severely restrict calories may not meet the basic physiological need for food is not being adequately met.
The need to be part of a social group and feel like you belong can be addressed by using support systems such as a buddy or group environment. This may also account for some success in group weight loss programs. Overweight people can feel alienated from other groups in society, and can associate with others and share common experiences, fulfilling the need to belong.
Feelings of self esteem and a strong sense of one's ego are possibly the most likely needs to not have been met by dieters. The need to feel accepted by family and friends, the need to feel attractive, the need to feel confident, feel emotionally stable and fulfilled, can drive a person's behavior in both a negative and positive fashion depending on the environment.This can start at home with the people around you, do they support your weight loss goals and do they know what is expected of them to help you meet your needs.
Are your needs being met in your journey?
Are you part of a group weight loss program like Weight Watchers?
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