I just read something similar in the forum and I'm starting to think this is common - you're feelings are very valid. We've all probably got unhealthy relationships with food and just think, now that's gone from you. In the past maybe you (like me) turned to food for comfort? And you can't do that. Is there something else you could find to cheer yourself up? Get a manicure, go for a gorgeous walk, watch a comedy show? Don't give up and also allow yourself to feel - there are stages to grief so there have to be something like that for letting og of something we love like food. I'm sorry you're hurting. Hang in there.

Thanks for your advice. I think I will go see a movie later today with my husband. I just don't want to get depressed over this and ask to have the band removed and then regret it later on down the road.

You are going to be ok. The whole process of having the band can be very challenging at times emotionally. I have a couple teenage kids that make it even more crazy. I call my brain a fat brain because I still get upset at times over food. I am working on that still. Dont worry it takes time and lots of patience. Besides if you are anything like me. I've been plus size almost my whole life. Its not a walk in the park to change the emotional feelings behind our food intake. Take it a day at a time. Also start meal planning for the near future when you can have food. I sugguest buying 1 cup portion glass Pyrex bowls it works wonders

Hopefully my long drawn out story helps!

Crystal

The answer is yes, many of us have gone through depression and feeling like, why bother but it does get better. If I had to redo that part of my journey I think I would go back and do a few sessions with the psychologist, I worked through my issues but looking back I think it may have helped me with my emotional issues I had with food. I did go through a grieving process the first 3 months. hang in their and knows that it does get better and you can realize your dream.

I was on depression medication before surgery and when i did my pre-op physical my dr strongly sugested that I not go off of them during this whole process because it is a really hard adjustment,, talk to a dr maybe they can put you on a really low dose to help.. I know not everyone needs medication but My deppression Meds changed my life

Thank you to everyone for the commnets. They all made me feel better knowing that I am not the only one that feels this way.