A few things inspired me to diet, all took place over the course of the year before I started CD.
1.) Seeing a selection of before and after pics from successful dieters on the BBC news site. Amazing transformations, one and all. The BBC site neglected to mention the most stunning result was as a result of a VLCD...! Everyone else's result was down to other dieting methods, all named.
2.) Having my life insurance premium bumped up at renewal owing to being (a lot!) heavier than last time round.
3.) Generally feeling like death warmed up and needing a few hours kip after a short walk. When out and about, I couldn't be on my feet for more than a few hours at a time.
4.) By chance, catching part of a tv programme (not sure of name) where a man improved his life expectancy by losing weight and changing his lifestyle. At start of programme, he had about 5 years left, tops. Shocking stuff.
I've never been the type to take negative comments about size on board. I've had them, believe me! LOL. I find the person making the comment is usually far more insecure about their own appearance.