Like My Body Tutor, other programs may also use the latest scientific breakthroughs on habit formation, addiction, nutrition, and developing a healthy relationship with food and eating. My Body Tutor, however, very much sets itself apart by connecting participants with a real person to “tutor” them by using reports submitted by participants for which daily personalized feedback is provided. For me, this personal touch enhanced my accountability, and the feedback was offered in a kind and encouraging manner. The always positive attitude of my tutor was very helpful in diminishing the self-sabotaging effect of negative self-judgment that can often accompany attempts to establish new eating and/or drinking patterns. Indeed, my tutor became a dear friend -- one with whom I could be so very, very honest about my feelings and behaviors. Sometimes these were related to eating, but more often for me, they were related to liking to indulge in drinking more wine than is compatible with weight loss and maintenance. I think having a real person to accompany you, encourage you, and offer you advice as you make your journey toward a goal helps you not only achieve that goal, but to also find enjoyment in the process.