Chrissy Metz from the hit NBC drama This Is Us has battled with weight for most of her life. At this stage in her journey, she is learning how to not let it get to her.

Speaking to People, Metz talked about not trying to so strict as long as you are making positive steps.

She said, “So often if something isn’t perfect, we go ‘I quit!’ That’s not conducive to forward progress, and it’s really about progress, not perfection.”

Metz continued, “I’ve battled weight issues, but I realize that I don’t have to beat myself up if I have XYZ food. Instead, I change my perspective and think, ‘What is it that I’m angry about?’ since we tend to want crunchy foods when we’re angry or ice cream when we soothe ourselves.” All these things I’m just trying to be cognizant of.”