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I agree! I have unfortunately lost a few really close friends who believe i'm lazy and shouldn't have gotten it done. Including my "God sister" who i've known since i was born. What she said to me really upset me to the point where i wish i didn't get it done. And no matter what i told them they didn't believe me. They said i should just join a gym membership and go on a diet, because it's cheaper. Gym membership is CRAZY expensive. And i've completely changed my diet for this operation and have had heaps of help from therapists to do so. Not to mention you still have to excersize everyday anyway!

But luckily my mother has supported me non-stop, and helped me ignore people like my godsister. Theres no point in having people like that in my life anyway.

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You're right Lannah! Hopefully your friends wise up and realize how they are acting, including your "God sister"! I still work really hard to lose the weight just like the rest of us! I wasnt blessed with a speedy metabolism!

I'm glad your mom has been so supportive of you! :biggrin: My dad was a really scared when I was banded, but both my parents are very supportive. Idk what I would've done without them!!! Good luck on your journey Lannah! :crying:

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The way these people feel is how I thought about this whole Process. I was over 400lbs for 3-4 years and my dad asked me several times, if I would look into WLS. I told him that I could do it on my own. Well 4 years later I still hadn't done it.

I agreed to look into it and within 2 hours of reading about the lap Band online I decided to go to a seminar. After that I knew I wanted to do this for me. I have missed out on a bunch of activities the past few years because of my weight and was Tired of it. I knew that I was ready to change my life style and had a good group of supportive Family and Friends that are all willing to help.

I have only run into one person that looked like He wanted to say something. He just recently lost 70lbs, but he went to the Dr and got a prescription. I don't know if I really get people's True reaction because I am such a large Guy.

I think These people are Idiots. I am only a weak Post op but I fill Like I am working hard. I hope to be able to start a better Exercise plan Thursday after my Doc appointment.

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Be proud that you did something to better yourself. I fee like my lap band has given me a whole new life and I'm going things now that I've missed out on for many many years. I'm sure I've also prolonged my life (and QUALITY of life) by several years...and so how much is that worth?

You all need to be proud of what you have done and will continue to do. It is hard, it is even more difficult to explain to someone who has never had a weight problem or looked into WLS.

Just remember the real reasons that you had surgery and what your ultimate goals are. The best revenge or answer to them is to get healthy and live the life you've always wanted. How you got there is unimportant.

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    • BabySpoons

      Sometimes reading the posts here make me wonder if some people just weren't mentally ready for WLS and needed more time with the bariatric team psychiatrist. Complaining about the limited drink/food choices early on... blah..blah...blah. The living to eat mentality really needs to go and be replaced with eating to live. JS
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      1. Bypass2Freedom

        We have to remember that everyone moves at their own pace. For some it may be harder to adjust, people may have other factors at play that feed into the unhealthy relationship with food e.g. eating disorders, trauma. I'd hope those who you are referring to address this outside of this forum, with a professional.


        This is a place to feel safe to vent, seek advice, hopefully without judgement.


        Compassion goes a long way :)

      2. BabySpoons

        Seems it would be more compassionate not to perform a WLS on someone until they are mentally ready for it. Unless of course they are on death's door...

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      Question for anyone, how did you get your mind right before surgery? Like as far as eating better foods and just doing better in general? I'm having a really hard time with this. Any help is appreciated 🙏❤️
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      1. NickelChip

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        That sounds awesome. I'll have to check that out thanks!

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