Scientific theories of motivation differ in the amount of emphasis they place on either biology or the environment. Allow yourself to define small goals throughout each phase of the process.

Mindfulness can mean redefining your relationship with food and how you decide to appreciate your meals. Healthy food can be calming. Experiment with different food choices and take enough time to appreciate your meal.

The decision to cure oneself form obesity requires action and change. You need to find an inner spark that will help motivate you during difficult food situations with yourself and your family.

Your success after bariatric surgery is going to be decided by choices made after the operation. Maintaining healthy lifestyle choices is imperative if you wish to achieve full and lasting benefits from your bariatric surgery. Living with your choices has to become a habit so that you can look forward to a life of better quality, bolster self-image and self-esteem.

Bariatric surgery is performed as the last resort to tackle obesity. The surgery can improve and often cure conditions that follow obesity including arthritis, high blood pressure, and diabetes.

A decision for an operation does not mean a guarantee for success. True action requires education and the proper support with both internal and external motivations.