Nooooo. Don't give in! I'm new as well. I received my RNY approval last week and will be seeing my surgeon next week to schedule my surgery. I've been reading entries of people that have had both positive and negative experiences with the surgery, Of course, I've been focused on the negative. But think about the benefits! And besides, I just gave you a follow--so you have to go through with it. LOL. Take care.