I was 198 the beginning of this journey and didn't get on the scale for a while, dieting on my own...just eating a little better and more regulated meals--thinking BEFORE putting anything in my mouth, and trying to create better dinners for all concerned in the house.
By the time I went to the "explore WW at-work" meeting, I was 191. The following week I joined at 190. THAT was when I set a mini-goal, and I was very conservative.
I admit that my first mini goal was 5 lbs. My next goal was 182. My current goal is 179. I'm sure I'll continue this way because its exciting to make those goals....
Maybe being more conservative will help you to feel successful? I don't know...but its working for me.