All change is nothing but a decision. All decisions are controlled by what we link to pain and pleasure.

It is not what we get. But who we become, what we contribute... that gives meaning to our lives.

The past does not equal the future.

The message of frustration is an exciting signal. it means that your brain beleives you could be doing better than you currently are.

Will today be the day you decide once and for all to make your life consistent with the quality of your spirit? Then start by proclaiming, "This is what I am. This is what my life is about. And this is what I'm going to do. Nothing will stop me from achieving my destiny. I will not be denied!

It's what you practice in private that you will be rewarded for in public.

Regarding the psychological, your goal must not be "I need to lose X pounds" but "I'm going to regain my identity," whether as an athlete, a conservative, a sexual being, a together person, whatever.