The key is to make sure that the weight loss goals you set are achievable – both physically and mentally.First, you’ll need to start with motivation.Simply sitting down and thinking about all of the reasons why you want to lose weight or start exercising.Maybe you want to gain confidence or maybe you want to feel more energized again.Whatever it is, know what you are working for! Next, you’re going to have to be honest with yourself and recognize your weaknesses.You’ve let things go for a reason – maybe you have a really sweet tooth, or maybe you got so busy or tired in your day to day life that exercise became less of a priority.