# Strategies to Prevent Sabotaging Your Weight Loss Efforts
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Understanding the Late-Night Temptation
It’s time to set aside traditional methods like exercise routines, meal prepping, calorie counting, and even intermittent fasting. The key to unlocking immediate weight loss could lie in avoiding a common trap that I, along with countless others, have faced: the late-night temptation.
Picture this familiar scenario: You’ve had a productive day. You exercised in the morning, adhered to a 16/8 intermittent fasting schedule, and steered clear of junk food. As you return home after a long day, evening falls, and suddenly, an internal voice whispers, “You’ve done so well today; surely a little snack won’t hurt. Just a few calories after all that effort—why not adjust your fasting window to fit it in?”
Oh no.
That’s where it all begins for me. A seemingly innocent “snack” often spirals into a 1000-calorie binge fest of junk food. The next morning, I step on the scale and feel the sting of reality. “Why is it so difficult for me to shed weight when others seem to do it effortlessly? Is there something wrong with me?”
The Insight from Bryan Johnson
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I have immense respect for Bryan Johnson, the mind behind Venmo and Blueprint. He made a keen observation: most of our poor self-discipline decisions often occur at night.
This rings true for me as well. After a taxing day, the urge to unwind and indulge feels enticing. However, the reality is that most of my regrettable food choices occur during these late hours.
These aren’t merely harmless indulgences; they’re the core reason behind my struggles with weight. Conquering this nighttime persona—characterized by diminished willpower and an increased desire for pleasure—has been challenging.
The first step in addressing this issue is acknowledging its existence. I know that, past a certain hour, my dietary choices tend to falter. While I haven’t yet discovered a foolproof method to overcome this inner rascal, I can push through with sheer willpower. So far, this strategy is yielding gradual progress.
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