Leaha Ureel, a Michigan content creator, revealed in a viral TikTok how she lost 40 pounds by using self-deception techniques. She claimed to have convinced herself she was already slim, employing visualization methods commonly discussed in psychology. This technique helped her not just with weight loss but also changed her approach to household chores. Experts, including Dr. Meghan Garcia-Webb, support the validity of this method, highlighting the power of psychological mindset shifts in achieving health goals.
"I gaslit myself into losing 40 pounds by just pretending I'm already skinny," she explained.
"It’s really fake it 'til you make it."
"The term 'gaslighting' has negative connotations but - overall - I agree this is possible," Garcia-Webb said.
"It's purposefully creating an identity shift."
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