Since weight loss plans are never a quick thing, it's easy to let mood swings and attitude issues get in the way as time goes on. Weight loss plateaus and other negative snags are also easy roads to negative thinking and loss of motivation. But common traps like unrealistic dreams, being inflexible, and an all-or-nothing attitude are not that difficult to overcome -- if you can recognize that you have them.

Having a good attitude really boils down to being realistic, not setting impossible standards for yourself, and giving yourself credit for small successes. Click here for more advice on avoiding attitude traps!