**gives sassy a big hug**

Only you will know when you are ready to start the weightloss journey. I think what your mum said was insensitive (sorry if this has offended you about me saying this about yor mum), but you need to tell her that you were hurt by what she said.

I tried numerous times to lose weight, fell of the bandwagon, jumped back on and so forth but your heart and mind does need to be set to lose weight. It is not easy to be prepared mentally for such a journey. Losing weight is hard mentally and physically as the pain of working out, grumbling tummy, cravings are really hard to deal with, but when you are mentally ready these will be a breeze.

I have the same problem as you, i love food and my mind doesn't register the fact that i have had enough until i feel sick.

i became ready to lose weight early last year and have lost 15 kgs. Definitely see your GP for support and recommendations.

Good luck on your journey.