The tide is changing

[pinkbutterfly 0]

So glad that I'm feeling better these days. It's 8 days post op. The pain is much better and my depression/crying fits seem to be getting better. Who knew I would have such a break down letting food aka my best friend go. The break up hasn't been easy but the tide has changed. I can not fit an outfit I purchased in Dec and it was too small. I've lost almost 30 pounds since the first of the year. I no longer have three chins. I'm so happy I did this for me. I'm looking forward to wonderful year.

[TKW 501]

Awww... good for you Pink. It's not easy but we can do it!!!. Good luck on your continued journey!

[Taylee_Rose 10]

Wow!! Excellent for you!! :) That is so wonderful!

I went through the same thing post-op as well. I was a basketcase! My poor Hubby!

What I have learned is that food is just another addiction for so many people (me personally too!) and you truly withdraw from it. Its similar to withdrawing from anything else. You feel miserable until you work through it! So good for us for making it this far!!!! Everyday is a huge success!

[Kalipso2 25]

i'm 3 years post-op and i still occasionally get depressed because i miss using food as a reason to feel better.

today, i made a HUGE mistake at work... a $3,000 mistake... and my first thought was to go find something to eat. holding back from doing that was SO hard but... 6 hours later... i'm glad i didn't binge!

[vlp1968 83]

So nice to read such a positive post. Keep up the great job!

[nu2ywg 4]

Glad things are looking up!