I find that planning out your meals ahead works wonders when trying to lose weight... Dieting is 70% of the battle for me. I like checking out /r/MealPrepSunday for ideas on what to make for the week... The hardest part of dieting is cutting out the alcohol... 
For me it is very similar.
Diet is huge.
I just dont plan my meals. MY fridge is just filled with foods that are non GMO organic and that I like to eat. SO even when I have cravings there is always something to help with that specific craving that wont make me gain weight instantly.
Also consistency is #1.
Without it, my whole plan would fail.
I'm down in the low 200's from originally around 260-265. Huge life changer.