ConflictedGirl91

Hey All, This is my first post so please go easy on me. In short - I'm a 26 y old girl who has had a VERY unhealthy relationship with food my entire life (since we're all on this forum, don't we all!) My highest weight was 255lbs (5'7) last summer. With MAJOR diet restriction and exercising 4-5 times a week I was able to lose roughly 35lbs over the course of 3-4 months. It is absolutely like pulling teeth to lose a pound for me - My lowest I was able to get down to 216lbs. Since then, I've fallen off the wagon, gotten back on, back off, and so forth countless times (Currently 230lbs). I feel the idea of diet and exercise has consumed such a large part of my life and I'm sick of it! I never considered WLS surgery until I saw a few friends of mine get the sleeve done. Since then, I then started following a few people on Instagram that have had incredible results from the surgery. And to be honest, I'm jealous of that, and I want that change for myself. So here I am. A very confused girl who is looking for change but I am constantly contemplating for/against the surgery. There are of course so many PRO's - but for sake of making a decision I've made a list of my CON's - I'd love to all of your input and/or advice. CONS: - I don't think my family and friends will be supportive - COST: To be able to get a good insurance that will cover this type of surgery where I wont go into debt, I'd have to pay $428/month - Both of my friends had complications and that scares the crap out of me! - I'm clearly addicted to food right now and love going out to eat - will this ruin my social life with food? - Scarring & loose skin Again, I'd love to hear your input. The good, the bad, and the ugly. -ConfusedGirl91