I just read this great article on the ediets.com website. It was titled, "22 Reasons You Might Be Fat Forever". Here are just a few of my favorite reasons from the list that really hit home for me:

• You are still looking for a quick and easy solution to weight loss.
• You use food as a reward or a treat after any or all stressful events.
• You expect to lose weight without making significant lifestyle changes.
• You are excessively self-critical.
• You are not prepared to have weight be an issue that you will have to face each and every day for the rest of your life.