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M. Hi, I want to talk about my health

C. Okay

M. I've put on 15 pounds over the last month or so. I totally pigged out during Thanksgiving and Christmas. I loaded up on carbs. Are lots of mac and cheese, stuffing and mashed potatoes. Also, ate lots of desserts. The other big issue I have is that I'm late-night snacking on carbs like chips.

C. Go on

M. I also have not worked out in probably two months, maybe even longer, and I've stopped taking vitamins. I'm also not drinking a lot of water.

C. Go on

M. I know what I'm supposed to do but have made excuses not to do it.

C. What's your excuse?

M. I've been telling myself that I'll start taking care of myself when I have more financial stability. It's almost like I'm justifying eating comfort food because it helps me deal with stress just like any other anxiety medication.

C. Interesting. First of all, you're not alone, especially during these crazy times.

M. Okay

C. Can I ask you a few questions?

M. Sure

C. First, do you think it's possible for you start taking better care of yourself starting today?

M. It's possible but hard, especially because I don't have an accountability partner.

C. Okay, but is it possible to take a step even if it's a small one?

M. Sure

C. Let's talk about some possible small steps

M. Okay

C. Let's consider some possibilities during the day

DAYTIME
- Eat low carb
- Drink 30 ounces of water
- Walk around the block
- Do 20 dumbell curls with light weights
- Take your multivitamin

EVENING
- Make a vegetable soup using chicken broth
- Have plain coconut yogurt
- Meditate and do deep-breathing
- Come back here at 7pm to check-in. I'll be your accountability partner.

Does this sound doable?

M. Yes

C. Okay. Go for it and don't forget to come back here to check-in at 7. Set an alert or alarm to remind you, okay?

M. Good idea

C. Was this helpful?

M. Yes, very

C. Great. See you at 7.

M. Will do.