The Psychology and Physiology of Reaching a Healthy Weight will help readers understand that the choices one makes in all aspects of life will lead to a healthy weight. What needs to be better understood is how people go about making those choices in the first place. To manage one's weight, and enjoy better health, one needs to motivate to want to choose well. This is where thoughts and beliefs come in. The mind and heart are what guide behaviors This book will educate readers with accurate facts about nutrition, exercise, and basic self-care, teach the guidelines to make it doable, and help encourage positive behavior change using self-awareness and psychological techniques.