stephjack429 1 Posted August 28, 2016 Just started my 2 week liquid diet 3 days ago. It is so hard. I have my surgery scheduled for Sep. 7th every day I can't help getting nervous and scared. I can't stop watching all the negative videos on YouTube. If anyone has anything to help ease my craziness lol, I would truly appreciate it Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperSparkly72 116 Posted August 28, 2016 #1: Stop watching those YouTube videos! If you go looking for negativity, you'll find it and stress yourself out needlessly. #2: Find something positive to focus on. (Obvious, I know). There are tons of posts on this site alone that are inspiring. One of my favorites is What Was Your Final "straw That Broke The Camels Back" Sorry, I don't know how to make it a link for you to go directly to, but you can search for it. Before my surgery, it was a reminder of all of the reasons why I chose to make such drastic changes to my body. There are others about achieving goals and NSVs that are so encouraging and hopeful. They can all remind you of the wonderful life you have to look forward to. #3: I know the liquid diet is hard. But it doesn't last forever. And when you get tempted or feel overwhelmed, refer back to #2. Remember why this decision was so important for you to make. #4: Call a friend, go for a walk, make a list of all of the rewards you want to give yourself when you reach certain milestones, do something nice for yourself today. You're almost there. You can do this. And you are worth it. Write those words on post-it notes and cover every available surface of your home, your car, your office . . . the dog if you have one. And good luck! You've got this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted August 28, 2016 Write a list of all the great things you want to do after losing weight...ride a roller coaster, go kayaking, paddle boarding, wear high heels, a sexy dress, better sex life, play with your kids/grandkids, run a 5k, get off diabetes meds, etc. You can do this! Stay strong! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stephjack429 1 Posted August 29, 2016 Thank you for taking the time to respond. I think it's starting to get better. Today was a lot easier than yesterday 9 more day I can't wait. I can do this!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheStarvingMom 5 Posted August 29, 2016 Just started my 2 week liquid diet 3 days ago. It is so hard. I have my surgery scheduled for Sep. 7th every day I can't help getting nervous and scared. I can't stop watching all the negative videos on YouTube. If anyone has anything to help ease my craziness lol, I would truly appreciate it Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Well talking to us is a start! I have 9 days until I start my liquid diet! So while you are in recovery I will be starving LOL... How has the liquid diet been? Have you gotten all your Vitamins together? I was just doing the Vitamin scramble this morning and - I never thought I'd say this- but Vitamins are stressing me out LOL! You got this! You are almost there!!! Hope Your Day is Great <3, The Starving Mom starvingmom.wordpress.com “I'm not telling you it's going to be easy - I'm telling you it's going to be worth it.” - Art Williams Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
singerbabe 29 Posted August 29, 2016 Welcome! I can only imagine how hard the liquid diet is. I'm so happy my surgeon only requires us to eat under 1000 calories for 14 days rather than a plain liquid diet. However, like everyone has said when things get hard just keep reminding yourself why you are doing it. My surgery date is September 8th so I'm right behind you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
