Why am I so afraid?

I've realized that I am terrified. 

What if I choose the wrong diet?

What if the diet doesn't work?

What if I stay fat forever?

I can't figure out why I am so afraid.  I have done this before.  I've picked a plan that seemed appropriate for me (a middle-aged woman with insulin-resistance who is an "apple").

Fear won't stop me, though.  And really, any diet that reduces calories and increases activity will work.  So, I don't have to be afraid of failure.  

Anyone else afraid of this whole dieting thing?  

Comments

[Nicole]

Not afraid of dieting...just afraid of failing. :) But 2012 will be my year to lose the last of this weight (plus the bit I gained back...oops).

I'm with ya, Mel.

[Maria]

Welcome to my world! For the past two years I have been battling a weight battle because I developed hypothyroidism after having my thyroid removed. So I've been trying everything I can. My next move starting in a few weeks after I see my endocrinologist? Gluten-free. Its pretty frustrating.

[Cindy]

I can relate, very much so, but do you know what? We CAN do this. Doubt is pretty insidious and weaves its way through our intentions and goals. Kick doubt (and its buddy, fear) to the curb!