My motivation is like Karen.
At the ripe old age of 8, I was put on a diet and for the last 29 years I have been on hundreds of diets, I yoyoed like the best of them. It got to the point, food as well as myself were the enemy. I was weak/ lazy/ low self esteem according to family, friends, and unfortunately doctors.
LCing as made me appriciate food. I worry less about "gaining" weight. I feel confident and that is a wonderful feeling.
A secondary motivation is the fact I do not want to be addicted to any food especially carbs!! Withdrawal is a terrible thing to go through.. twice!! Yips!!
Motivation in seeing others who are successful with their body image is another plus that this board gives me. Thank you!