I think overweight people are the experts on obesity. Most of us know what we should eat, when, how, what we should do, exercise, not eat at 10pm at night etc. We have read the books, tried the diets, followed the regimes. What we often lack is motivation, commitment and support.
But we need them all together, in the right mix. 'Support' can be cloying and annoying when you are not truly commited. Motivation tends to come in short bursts and is difficult to maintain. Commitment waivers when you are surrounded by the cookies and cakes you buy for your children. You need to sit yourself down and talk to you. What are your strengths, weaknesses, needs.
You know you should, you just don't want to. Its an adiction like cigarette smoking. Its not easy. Everyone here knows that hardship. But it is so worthwhile when you begin seeing and feeling the changes in your body and mind.
Start by setting yourself small achievbable goals like cutting out soda and potatoes from the diet, walking to the store twice a week. Challenge yourself. Reward yourself for your small wins. Get a diet buddy. Work with a therapist. Do whatever is right for you.
Best wishes
hali