It probably also helps that once slim you have a more positive outlook on life, which makes you look and act younger.
For me, it's very much being able to hope again, not feeling resigned to being fat anymore, after so many other diets had given me a sense that, yes, I could lose a pound here and there, but I would put it all back on sooner or later. Now I feel that I can lose all the weight and keep it off for good (with the CBT&TA). And the good thing is that all this optimism spreads to other aspects of my life, while before there was always this dark cloud following me whatever I did. Amazing what a difference this programme can make! :wow: