How can an individual adopt a lifestyle that simply doesn't come natural to him/her?

In an effort to find something (anything at all) that might trigger the slightest bit of motivation, I stumbled upon this quote on the internet... Physical activity suggests doing something fun that involves moving. Exercise implies doing something you don't like because it's good for you. If you hate to exercise, think physical activity, and remember, if it's not fun, it's not done. "If it's not fun, it's not done" are the words that obviously apply to me. As you know, simply put, I find none of it fun. I continue to see this over and over again. This would infer that I am destined for failure. I can't help but wonder that if this is so, why continue trying? Quite a depressing thought, to say the least, but it appears to be right on target. Do you know of any documentation that might provide me with some hope? I've struggled with this all of my life - losing weight, reaching my goal, swearing never to put it back on again... I can go through the motions for awhile - white knuckling it all the way to my goal but ultimately, I revert back to the lifestyle that comes naturally to me - being sedentary. Do you personally feel that I'm wasting my time even trying knowing what the outcome is typically? I respect your honest, professional opinion. Are you aware of anyone remotely like myself that has found long-term success? If so, I would like to know how they did it. Any insight you can provide would be very much appreciated. Thanks for your time...

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