Another clinician reported:
Probably 2 or 3 years ago, I wasn't real comfortable addressing it. And part of it was because I have weight to lose, and I know what a sensitive subject it is.
Participants noted newfound motivation because of the project:
We didn't supersize overnight, and McDonald's didn't get rich overnight, but by golly, we really need to do something, so we can start a trend here. And I think that's kind of where we're at, and I think that [the project] has started some great momentum here.
Momentum built as the project progressed. Addressing obesity with clients became easier because of the tools and supports. There was less powerless blaming; instead there was a feeling of self-efficacy to change how things are done.