Are you motivated to lose weight? Is your goal realistic? When trying to better your health, being in the right mindset is important. Establishing healthier habits takes a lot of time, dedication, and energy. If you have unrealistic goals or are lacking in the commitment necessary to get healthier, you may be setting yourself up for failure by embarking on a weight loss journey at the wrong time.

Your weight loss success depends in large part on your readiness to take on the challenge. This assessment will help you determine if you’re in the right mindset for weight loss.

Don’t be concerned if your assessment indicates that now might not be the right time to try to lose weight. Sometimes, when we are experiencing periods of stress, sadness, or turmoil, it can be indicative that there are other areas of our lives that require our attention before we can truly focus and commit to weight loss. To learn more about how your biological cues can influence your emotional cues–and vice versa–check out this article.