K-ROD

I am a 23yo female from Melbourne Australia. I have never been extremely overweight but have been borderline obese since age 7. More than most people, i have suffered mental and emotional stress that is brought on by myself, unfortunatlely 'myself' has never been able to deal with it. I have been devoted to weight loss for the last 10 years, constantly trying knew things and needing quick fixes. I know exactly what the rules are, i know how to live healthy and how to lose weight. Unfortunatley i am unable to follow those rules and have been addicted to the comforting feeling of eating, eating, eating and feeling full.I have made this decision while I am young and before I am morbidly obese to have the lap band surgery and have time to live and love my young life.My operation is less than 2 weeks ago and i am currently on the optifast program as per my surgeons orders. As many of you would know... this is TOUGH STUFF!!! My hunger pains are really getting to me at the moment and it is stressing me out. I am worried when i walk past restaurants thinking about never being able to enjoy a meal again, to never be able to enjoy the social aspects of eating. Aside from that i am SUPER excited about my new life. I recently landed a really really great job and i feel like things are really looking up for me.Im interested in anyones advice, stories, feelings or anything at all. Its nice to know there are plenty of people at different stages to offer support :-)