I hate to say this, , but the answers to your doubts fears are in the book. If you have not fully read it, I recommend you do. I use it as a handbook, and guide, when I have questions.

You really have to give the plan time to work too. Don't be in a rush. And don't panic. You weren't panicking when you gained the weight, so now that you are on the right track, just be confident in yourself and the plan. And focus on sticking to the plan and on wanting to lose your weight.

Atkins offers you the best possible chance to succeed, but you have to want that success more than you want to taste a creampuff; or anything else. That's how I feel. So do what I do; look in the mirror often, and ask yourself if you are happy with what you see. When you finally are, you probably won't even desire a cream puff

Good Lick!