Having a great support system can be a huge help in losing weight. Unfortunately and fortunately, those who love us most will love us whether we lose the weight or not. They are kinder to us than our bathing suits, our skinny jeans, and the voices in our heads when we see our reflection in the mirror.
What I have realized is that ultimately it always comes down to whether what I want is worth the discipline it takes to get there. I have to keep myself motivated externally, i.e. diet bets, ww meetings, detoxes, etc. to stay on track, at least so far. These are the things that have worked for me. What I'm hoping is that this time I will learn how to MAINTAIN the healthy weight that I am so close to achieving (AGAIN) and give up my food addictions and emotional eating. It's a journey though, a life-long one, I suppose. So, we have to be kind to ourselves while navigating it, and most importantly never give up.
I was really close to giving up on myself recently. Thinking that maybe this time I COULDN'T lose the extra weight that was pushing me into the over-weight category. (And believe me, I know the difference between those few vanity pounds and the real fat that just doesn't belong on my frame.) I'm so glad I didn't listen to my own self-doubt. Doubt your doubts, people. They are liars. Believe the very best about yourself, and then push yourself to achieve.