Waiting...Scared.....

[Bellasarrah 9]

I have my see all the neccasery doctors appointment 03/25/14 and then the paperwork goes off to the insurance company for my conversion. I am like hurry up hurry up cause I believe that day we set up a surgery date. I am super nervous and I hope that I am strong enough to go through this...I watch shows on TLC were they are 600+ pounds and have surgery and I see what they go through I am not that heavy but I am still scared a little. I admit I like food and I hope I have the strength to make it through the weeks of just liquids. Any advice out there to possibly help get over this hurdle. Thank you...

[BigGirlPanties 957]

Personally, I was surprised how easy the liquid diet was after the first few days...those were a bit difficult as your body is "de-toxing" from all the crap we have shoved down our throats!

I guess I was so excited for the process, I was willing to do whatever it takes, too... it is a bit of a challenge....harder for some than others...but you are READY... "you've got this!"

Congrats!

[rbtnln 81]

I agree with Big Girl Panties! The fact is this, this is a LIFESTYLE change. I have a friend who has to go through a weight loss program for 3 months before insurance will let her do the sleeve. She keeps saying that this is a "diet" and she doesn't know how she'll get through it. I keep saying, "This is not a diet. This is the first step in your journey." The liquids aren't fantastic, but it's only a very small piece of your journey. You know how they say that once women give birth they forget all of the pain that goes along with it? Liquids is the same thing. It may seem daunting and scary, but it's a small piece of the puzzle. If you look at it that way, it might be easier to get through. Keep thinking, "This isn't forever - it's just for now." When you look at the pounds dropping, I guarantee you'll be happy.

I too watch My 600 lb life. I use it as a motivator for myself. Look at some of the pit falls those folks go through and set your mind that you won't do what they did. Then, look at what they do to become successful - and do that too!!! We have a love/hate relationship with food and that obsessive relationship needs to end. You'll grieve, you'll go back, you'll fight, make up......all of it. But, when you determine that food is only a fuel and not a pleasure, your brain will switch.

You got this! Congratulations on your first step down the yellow brick road of healthiness!!!!