Book excerpt: Boosting your confidence and changing your mindset is an essential part your weight-loss journey. Often times stress and negative cyclical self-talk that may be grounded in self-doubt and 'not good enough' thinking can make you feel defeated. This coloring book promotes mindfulness, the act of being present, while promoting calm and relaxation which are important for the bariatric weight- loss journey. This coloring book also includes journaling pages to reflect on your process of lifestyle change or create new inspiration to help you grow through your weight loss process. The added mantras and affirmations help to boost confidence, give encouragement and promote motivation. This coloring book is another asset to guide you on your journey as you shift your mindset, your habits, and behaviors on the path to creating the new YOU.Expand your mindset, shrink your body... One step at a time!