Sometimes, your weight will go up despite all the hard work you’re putting into losing it. Sometimes, the belt hole you use remains the same one you need to use for a while. Sometimes, no matter how hard you try and how good you are being, the feedback is non-existent.

It’s okay.

Your body is getting ready to reward you in some way; it’s just taking time. You didn’t get fat overnight. You didn’t gain all the weight in a few months; it’s something you did over time. It’s going to take a lot of time and a lot of effort to make it go away.

Be patient.

The benefits to your body and to your health may not be evident, but your organs are happy. Your body is jumping for joy with the better nutrition and activity. It is going to reward you soon; it’s just taking some time.

Most of all, don’t beat yourself up.

You’re doing everything right. Keep doing it. Keep your head up and keep working. One morning when you step on the scale or put on those trousers, you will see the results. Just keep going; that’s the most important part.