MY 20 REASONS FOR WANTING TO LOSE WEIGHT

1. To feel good about myself
2. To have more energy
3. To wear a bathing suit
4. To buy panty hose that fit
5. To not have to worry about spilling food down the front of my blouse when I'm eating
6. To never be embarassed about my size
7. To not be out of shape & be able to exercise daily
8. To put on my wedding and engagement rings again
9. To try and make a double chin and fail
10. To be able to wear clothes bought a year ago
11. To wear normal waistbands rather than elastic
12. To be able to close to the sink and not come away with a wet belly
13. To not worry if the hairdresser's smock will fit
14. To not experience chafing under my arms
15. To know that I can go anywhere because I can sit comfortably and look at ease
16. To be able to cross my arms over my chest without them resting on my stomach
17. To not have to pee constantly
18. To not mind having my picture taken
19. To wake up each morning feeling energized and ready to go
20. To not worry about squeezing into small places

• Profile of the Author
• Author's Résumé
• Who's Who of American Women 2008-2009
• Case Study published in The International Journal of Emergency Mental Health
• My 20 Reasons for Wanting to Lose Weight