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So I had my second of 4 required appointments with the psych/cognitive behavioral therapist.. This went much better and I tried to keep our conversations about my eating habits, and not wonder off into the past as much and felt better when I left.. I told her about how I was really put to the test this past week with my stress eating when my father wasn't well.. I had to really hold it together and not freak out so that I could do what needed to be done.. I also had to ask for help from the rest of the family and do some delegating,, and then brace myself for the replies and not let it get to me..I did it!! For the first time probably in my life I was able to let those hurtful comments and snappy guilt ridden comments roll off my back. I was able to put into practice what I have learned from my nutritionist (not the lap band one) and the info the therapist gave me and use it.. It felt so good not to be hurt by stupid words. And because I didn't internalize and dwell on anything I didn't overeat and stuck to my meal plans.. One of my sisters sent me and email thanking me for what I was doing and that she was so glad I was able to get them all motivated to help, I needed that more then anyone can know. My father is much better now too because I kept it together. He is still worried about me having surgery, but will be okay if everyone helps out while I am healing. I didn't even have a panic attack...

At first I was a little upset that I had to do more appointments, but now I am glad. I was hoping to wait until october for my surgery anyways so this just gives me more time to get my act together!!

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