Struggling with motivation and cravings

How low did you go in your calorie goal? If you have it set at the minimum 1200 it could mean that you cut too fast. Change your setting to only lose 0.5lb/week and do that for a bit and then up your goal to 1 lb/week.

Did you cut calories, start exercising, and cut out all junk food all at the same time? It could be too much all at once. Some people can do it that way but other can't. When I started I didn't watch calories at all but I cut out all added sugars and started light exercising. After 2 weeks a lot of the cravings were gone so I started cutting calories and increasing my exercise.

How are you spreading out your calories? I work at a desk and struggle with boredom eating so I usually only eat one thing at a time as opposed to eating a traditional lunch during a lunch hour. This way I don't ever feel super full or get really hungry and start obsessing. Have raw veggies like cucumbers or celery (low calorie and high water content) pre-cut and bagged so whenever you get the munchies you have them handy. Season the cukes with salt, pepper, and some fresh dill or dip them in some hummus for extra protein. I also bought a bunch of dessert flavored teas and drink a few cups a day with just a quick squeeze of monk fruit juice extract to sweeten them as a distraction. Gum works really well too.

Also if you're coming home tired and starving you need pre prepped meals you can hear up in the microwave, or 5 min in a saucepan, whether you make these yourself or buy frozen is up to you, but being organized helps you to stay on track

I eat low GI (not low carb), and it's helped with feeling hungry all the time immensely. I'm pretty much just swapping all refined carbs and sugar for whole grains, lean protein, and fruits and veggies. If I'm feeling "snacky", I like edamame with salt, a cut up granny smith apple with a tbs of unsweetened pb, or an unsweetened greek yogurt with frozen berries. It's important to always pair your carbs with some sort of protein or fat so it's more satiating. It also prevents blood sugar spikes.

Invest in ziplock bags or small Tupperware containers!!! I think if you can find atleast 20 mins a day to help you prep snack type things to keep you on track, It will really go a long way. It's all that's helped me. Things like premeasured peanut butter and celery. An ounce of almonds or walnuts, fruit etc. for something like a meal... I really like quest bars. They are a little pricey but when you cannot find time to eat, for $2-3 you can't go wrong. The key is to make sure you ARE eating every 3 hours or so. I think 1400 calories is more ideal for you. It's tough, but you look great in your photo! I need to restart my fitness now that winter is over! Lol