Maintaining a positive state of mind and establishing a supportive environment are essential to making the lifestyle changes needed to achieve a permanent healthy weight. Negative thoughts and influences can sabotage weight loss efforts. Meditation and relaxation techniques can curb stress, improve sleep, and ease decision making, which play a vital role in weight management. Review the resources below to help reject old habits and find new ways to successfully manage weight.

For All Consumers

• Eating with Food in Mind (NMCPHC HPW)
• Anxiety (NMCPHC HPW)
• Depression (NMCPHC HPW)
• Stress Eating (Navy Operational Stress Control Navigating Stress Blog)
• Health and Wellness Coaching Program (Military OneSource)
• Mental Wellness (Operation Live Well)
• Mood Tracker Mobile App (T2)

For Clinicians and Health Promoters

• Eating Disorders (NIH)