Matt940

Hello Everyone. My name is Matt. I'm 26 and living in NYC as a singer/writer. I'm 5'9 and 410 lbs. My weight has inhibited my life in countless ways. It has prevented me from blossoming into what is a promising singing career, stood in the way of a healthy romantic relationship, and seriously bruised deep friendships and family relations. My Gastric Sleeve surgery is in a few days and am feeling the need for some reassurance. I am having doubts as to how I can seriously change the way i eat. food has always been the highest priority for me; most of the time without my even realizing. It simultaneously numbs and comforts me like nothing else, not even music, can. I am in psychological counseling and also consider myself to be a food addict. Have any of you grappled with food addiction pre and post surgery? How have you dealt with this and have you been successful? I have been to Overeaters Anonymous meetings and found them to be helpful. I will continue to go after the surgery as I think I need the support to maintain what will be my new lifestyle.

Thank you everyone for your replies and kind words. I really appreciate it! Looking forward to this journey.