Just getting started on my weight loss journey

All the best! My advice:
- Make sure you weigh everything. Buy good scales and keep them there on the kitchen bench. Buy measuring cups and spoons and use them. You might be surprised what a true portion size is, and how all those little extras add up!
- Log everything that goes in your mouth - be completely honest. You are only cheating yourself if you pretend you didn't eat something!
- Try to weigh yourself weekly, rather than daily (or at least look back at your weight over the week) because you can be disheartened by daily fluctuations.
- I agree that you need to take one day at a time - if you have a bad day and really blow it (as long as that is not every day!!), just start fresh the next day and keep going.
- Stay focused and don't let other people sabotage your good work (learn to say no!).

Welcome. In my experience I've learned I have to find a happy medium. Can't binge but I also learned I can't abstain fully from a treat in moderation.
I agree with what everyone has said about eating real food. The processed things are what hinders us when it comes to eating. You're never quite sure what all is in it and it's rarely broken down into single servings.
And of course be active to the beat of your ability. Go at your own pace and set your own daily goals. Don't feel pressured by anyone else's. Your change will start to happen. Don't be afraid to start it and don't be discouraged if it's not "fast enough".