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Ok, so I am almost 7 months out, and 4 stone down, and love my sleeve, I am happy with my decision to get surgery, and feel that I no longer care what people think.

I'd not told anyone about my vsg, largely because it is personal, and also because I didnt need opinions swaying my journey.

I'm in a position where more and more often people are making comparisons "oh why dont you take a leaf out of Claire's book?" etc, and I refuse for other people to be made to feel bad by my weight loss.

So I think its time to come out, but I am not sure how to do it. I've not lied to people, but equally I've not told the whole story either.

For instance I have a group of friends on Fb who are all dieting together, and I feel a bit like I have betrayed them (although you all know how strict our diets still have to be.

Thought and suggestions warmly welcomed!

Ta cx

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be honest. You have nothing to come out about. You have a tool that is working for you. They should be supportive if they are your friends. they will be envious that you have found a great tool that you are working with to your advantage to be healthier and happier. Educate them as to how the sleeve works. Good Luck. :-) You are worth it!!!

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Just tell them what you did. It is a great tool. I am only 5 days out and am loving my sleeve already. Maybe it would be a good tool for them too.

Khy

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