I like lyx very much because:
1. It shows math formula "visually". So you never have to count the { or },
and never worry about the alignment of equations. It just shows them in the
editor.
2. When inserting graph (eps), it shows the graph inside the editor, just
like Word. Very clear and less confusion.
3. For most LaTeX functionality, you get them in the menu. So it is
sometimes fun to browse the menu and learn what you didn't know what LaTeX
can do. Don't have to google and remember some weir