stressed spelled backwards is desserts

Hang in there, Mena. For what it's worth, here's what motivates me: using this site and posting all (and I mean ALL) the things I eat, having short term goals (I have monthly goals, but if you're having a hard time set daily or weekly goals that are achievable), and friends on this site who are genuinely willing to support me (shout out to "Mygirl"!). The best way to succeed is to examine yourself and identify the real reasons why you weigh more than you should (eat too much? eat unhealthy foods? emotional eater? etc) and find a way to deal with your specific triggers. Message me if you would like a hand on how to get started. I've used that approach and have lost nearly 20 lbs since January. It's slow and steady, but it's working.