blu2020 79 Posted September 25, 2015 So it's taken me a year to research and trying to wrap my head around the idea of having this procedure done (good and bad). Last week, I decided - I'm getting it, and i'm stubborn enough that I will get it now. so questions, in your pre-stage did anyone ever waver about there decision? Are they nerves? do I wait again. I sort of wonder if it's disappointment i am feeling for needing this tool... Any honesty would be great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inner Surfer Girl 12,015 Posted September 25, 2015 I think it is perfectly normal to waiver and second-guess your decision for a while. Just keep researching and taking the step that is in front of you. Journal and talk about your doubts and fears. Ask questions and learn as much as you can. I had an extra long wait for my surgery so by the day of surgery I was at peace and eager to get it over with, yet still a little bit anxious about taking that final step into the unknown. The next thing I knew I was in recovery and on the other side. I haven't regretted it for one second. I hope you are able to find peace with whatever decision you finally make. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BLERDgirl 6,417 Posted September 25, 2015 It took me a long time to admit I needed this, but once I came to grips with that I had no doubts at all. Thankfully my pre-op period wasn't very long so I didn't really have time to waiver. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mandycandy 5 Posted September 25, 2015 I have been doing insurance auth. for 8 months it has been a long process! I am now scheduled for surgery 9/30/15 I am so nervous and keep second guessing my self. Feeling kind of down on myself that I am in this position. Then I realize I can't do it on my own so I am going to go for it!! Appreciate everyone sharing their experiences on here! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
desertgirl_74 114 Posted September 25, 2015 I think it's normal and completely natural to be nervous about this decisions or even have second thoughts. It's a huge step and once it's done it's done. For me I needed to get a grip on my weight and my health before I was too late. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kimib 2 Posted September 28, 2015 It took me 2 years to decide on having WLS. My surgery date is November 18th and I still go back and forth with my decision. I always end up thinking about my health. It's so uncomfortable being obese. My body hurts all the time and I have low energy. I've yo- yo dieted since I was a teenager. I want to live again comfortably and be as healthy as I can be. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lifechange@59 1 Posted September 28, 2015 I agree , my surgery is October 22 , and just today I have changed my mind twice , but then i read what someone who has been 11 months after surgery and how they felt , and I'm back on track again , looking forward to the time I can say , best thing I have ever done and help someone else . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites