First, a definition:

A weight loss group is loosely defined as ANY organizational structure in place to offer support and discipline to the dieter. If you think about it through a historical lens, these sorts of loose conglomerations of similarly oriented people have been cropping up for many years, and truly do offer a myriad of benefits to those who like the feeling of being part of a larger collective experience. Statistically, people on diets do BETTER with structure (either in food packaging or structured environments) and this is a big reason to want to join.

Some VERY important distinctions:

Not all of the groups out there designed to help you lose weight have altruistic intentions..:-) What does this mean? It's quite simple: Some are FOR profit, and others are NOT for profit, and you need to be able to discern between the two. For example, Overeaters Anonymous is clearly an example of a self help group for those afflicted with weight loss issues, and a support group revolving around the Cambridge Diet for example, is typically there to encourage and support the adherents of THAT particular program. ( And you will be expected to pay at some point!)

General Truisms

If you like people, and are NOT very self motivated (can you see ME raising my hand?..:-) a group is a great investment in yourself. Plus you will make some friends to boot! And of course, there is power in accountability. If you make a group goal to shed some pounds for summer, often times you are GUILTED into following through for the greater good!

And remember...Pick a Path!

In Eastern philosophy and spiritual practice there is a well known prayer called the Refuge Vow. It simply means, while I understand there are many roads which will take me to the place I want to go, I pick THIS particular path to get there. And I dedicate myself completely to accomplishing these goals.

And this IS the key to amazing weight loss - finding the right vehicle for YOU to serve your needs and take you to the Promised Land! And if you are anything like me, the Promised Land this summer season is full of sand, beautiful bodies and a view to die for...and I can't wait to get there!

No More Chubby Tummy I told My Hubby!

Read on...to discover how you can lose weight, feel great, and turn heads on the beach, in the boardroom and in the bedroom...guaranteed!

(Even if you've never lost a pound on ANY diet ever before!)