Confessions Of A Junkie

[Luvin_Life125 558]

Congratulations on recognizing the problem and working hard to correct it! You have taken the hardest step by owning it. You will get back on track. Welcome back!

[Rogofulm 2,440]

Hey, @, thanks for your post! That's the main reason I joined BP nearly a year ago – to hear the war stories of those that have gone before us. Yours is a cautionary tale for those of us who are feeling successful about our journeys, to never, ever get complacent and take our sleeves/bands/pouches for granted. I'm 8 months out and below my goal weight, but can definitely feel my hunger increasing. And I'm finding myself nibbling between meals; especially at night. My saving grace, so far, is that I only allow myself protein-based Snacks. They may be high in fat and calories (cheese, nuts, jerky), but they don't kick-off a sugar/carb binge. So thanks again for sharing the wisdom of your experience, and good luck getting your program back on the straight and narrow! It sounds like you're in the right frame of mind to succeed.!!!

Edited March 19, 2015 by Rogofulm

[Grateful_Love 114]

Thanks for sharing this. I'm newly sleeved, less than a month out. I took your story to heart.

I feel like I have been "pushing" myself to be "normal." I need to learn my new normal and then accept it. Because I've had the thought, "it's just one regular pudding cup (husbands)..it's just like yogurt." I stopped myself. But that thought process has got to go.

again, thank you guys for the wisdom and the proof that getting off track and then getting back ON track is possible.

Keep us posted

[Rogofulm 2,440]

Hi @@Grateful_Love,

If you're one month out and thinking of eating normally for a non-bariatric person, I'm worried that you still need to change your mind set. As you said, you have a new "normal". And it only includes Protein, veggies, lots of fluids, sugar-free and low-carb drinks/treats, and exercise. Once you reach your weight loss goal, you can expand that a bit, but you'll always have to focus on those foods and drinks. That's what we signed up for! The good news is that, if you manage these carefully, you won't have to worry about fat and calories; they'll take care of themselves. And the better news is that if you follow all the rules, you'll drop lots of weight, feel great, look great, and get healthier. Sound like a good deal?
It is – so go for it!!!

Edited March 23, 2015 by Rogofulm

[Shadow427 272]

@Rogofulum - WELL SAID! Thanks!