I've been trying to lose weight for the last 4 years and each time I start off strong, then slowly coward back into my corner.  I know weight loss is hard, but it seems like people that look like they've had it harder than me have done it, so why can't I maintain my motivation?  I have a son and a husband that I love dearly and I feel like I not only owe it to myself, but also to them to make this positive and healthy change.  Maybe if I stop looking at it as a diet and think of it as a healthy life style, it won't sound as intimmidating. So here I go again, I'm starting my new health plan for what seems like the hundreth time, but I'll fight to make it my last beginning.