Why do people look to others for motivation?

MyFoodGod

People need to know they matter. Someone out their does care. Some people can get very depressed, even suicidal over their weight.

Would you tell a friend with cancer it's their problem.? Good luck with that, can't help you.

This may be the only safe place some people have to find support and understanding. For some people losing weight really is a matter of life and death or at least quality of life.