If weight seems to cling during stressful seasons—despite eating well or trying harder—you’re not imagining it. What doesn’t help is being told you lack discipline or need more control.

When it comes to health, aging, and energy, most people blame themselves for not having enough willpower. “If only I had more discipline, I’d eat better, exercise more, or finally get consistent with sleep.”

Just a passing observation, but isn’t it odd that we have been blessed with so many “time-saving” gadgets and yet we are still stressed...