6 month follow up

[tfarr 270]

I was told by my surgeon today I lost 80% of my predicted weightloss.

That's exciting. But I am struggling. Emotional eating, stress, depression. It hasn't been a good two months.

[Laydee_G 78]

Well done on your achievement!!!

It takes longer for the head to catch up to where the body's at: after all, it's your stomach that's been sleeved, not your head! However, this is the time to start anew and change old and unhealthy patterns of behaviour because the old ways feed stress and depression too.

Right now I want to eat a tuna melt: why? Just because it's late, I ate very little today, I'm excited but also stressed about going on holiday in a few weeks and my head is trying to justify what it wants. Instead, I'll get a hot drink then read posts and respond. Reach out don't eat it out! Just by posting your feelings you took control and you also helped me, so thank you.

I hope this response helps and keep posting!

[laura4923 137]

Laydee_G

I absolutely love your post...reach out, don't eat it out. That is brilliant!! It really hits the nail on the head.

I am in my 4th month of my preop diet as required by insurance. While I've lost 19#...I have days where I struggle to not exceed my 1200 calories. The head hunger is very powerful.

I am going to reach out and not eat it out as I head towards my August 25 sleeve date.

Thank you for such an inspirational post!!

[Laydee_G 78]

Hi Laura, I didn't realise you're at pre-op but the principles remain the same! You also have time for yourself to prepare emotionally too. Best of luck and keep posting! Xxxx