In this first official episode, Joel interviews William Anderson, who shares his transformative journey from struggling with obesity to becoming a licensed mental health counselor. Bill discusses the psychological aspects of weight loss, the importance of developing sustainable habits, and the need for personal responsibility in achieving health goals. He emphasizes the significance of understanding energy balance, the role of visualization in self-image, and the necessity of long-term commitment to a healthy lifestyle. The conversation also touches on modern tools for weight management and the importance of finding joy in the process of change.

William Anderson's website:

https://theandersonmethod.com/

"The Anderson Method" book:

https://a.co/d/bBgxhnh

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Note: This podcast is for information and education purposes only, and does not provide medical advice. I’m not a medical professional. Always seek professional guidance.

In this first mini-episode, Joel shares his personal journey with weight loss, detailing his struggles with obesity, various diets, and the impact of life changes, including the COVID-19 pandemic. He discusses his decision to pursue bariatric surgery as a means to achieve long-term weight loss success and introduces the purpose of Keeping It Off, which aims to explore sustainable weight loss and share success stories from others who have maintained their weight loss over time.