Here's a list of questions to see if you're ready for a weight loss lifestyle change, courtesy of the Mayo Clinic (via
www.stumptuous.com).
The questions seem reasonable, in theory. My concern, though, is that the answer to the second question -- do you have other distractions or stressors
in your life -- may always be "yes." Some people, especially those living paycheck to paycheck, simply lead very stressful lives; and thanks to our crappy health care system, these are often the same people who would benefit most from getting their weight under control.
Also, in practice, it's too easy to say, "not this week, I've got X going on." One or two "X's" is one thing, but one X can lead to another, and another, and another, and eventually turn into an infinite string of eXcuses. Sometimes, you've just got to stop making excuses why you "can't", and realize that you "CAN"!
Other thoughts?