I had a minor "freak out" today

Well, I think the reality that my life is going to change majorly at 7:30am on Monday finally hit me today and I went through a nice bout of "do I really want to do this?" and "what if.. what if...what if..." I think I got my brain to accept what's going on and will be alright, at least until I start thinking again. Any once else freak out as their date approached?

Well, I can certainly sympathize with you. I am having my surgery on Tues. and I am having all of those thoughts too. Tomorrow I have to start on a liquid diet and I am freaking about that too. I am sitting here thinking I should eat something else before I go to bed (even though I am full from a big dinner --lol) because I won't be able to eat any solids in the morning. Regards, Joy

Hi Jud. I too am going through the battle of "what if" and "is this really what I want to do". My surgery is also scheduled for Monday at 7:30am. I had a huge crying fit on my husband last night before bedtime. I think the show I watched about obesity on the discovery channel really set me into a freak out. I will be thinking about you and praying that all goes well. Shirley

Deep breaths! Keep the eye on the prize! It is very normal to have emotional freak outs at this stage. I know many who did. I actually did not have one because I was so tired by the time the day got here I slept like a baby the night before. However, I prayed a lot and went in knowing that God would not give me more then I could handle. The prayers and knowing how many people had me in their thoughts and prayers really helped. It is a big step that we all did a lot of research on before coming to this point. It is life changing. And, do not be surprised if at some point afterwords you say, why did I do this? It is hard to see through the tough times just as it is hard to remember the tough times in the good time. You will be fine. Evaluate why you are doing this and know that only YOU can make this decision. If you were to back out, it is a completely personal decision. I think nothing less of someone who backs out. But, I also think that it is better to vent on someone who has been there and get perspective before you do. I am here for you all if you need to talk. It is a tough road but gets easier every few days (sorry, I don't go with the every day). It is a progression that you have to and have prepared for. The end result is so worth it!! In my prayers, Tabitha

So weird I went through the same thing today... I could not stop crying thenw ehn I finally pulled it together reality hit that this is what I want... so girl I'll see you on the losing side Lisa I'll be thinking of ya

There's no way I am bailing out, but it's tough fighting the doubt monster--thanks for the encouragement Tabitha. Lisa hun, I'm not a girly, but I'll still see you on the losing side

I have been having major freak outs for a week what took you so long...lol. My surgery is also on Monday at 7:30am. The doubts, what if's and fear of all that could go wrong, not to mention the fear of everything going right. I just try to keep busy and not think of it, kinda hard to do though cause its a major event. I wish all a successful outcome on Monday and may the surgery & recovery be less stress than our pre-op anxeities Diane

Its very normal to go through these emotions before surgery. I had them and did alot of soul searching before I went in. I just knew in my heart that this was what I had to do and that the odds of something going wrong really were not that high. If you have done your research and checked out your Dr then relax and leave it in Gods hands. I am sure you won't be sorry you had it done. Think of what waits for you on the other side. Three weeks out and I am down 29 pounds, I wouldn't have been able to do this myself. If you want to read my profile I detailed pretty well what the hospital stay was like and how I am doing with it so far. Good luck for your surgery and a speedy recovery. Patty

Me too me too, I think if you DON'T get emotional about the change you are about to make, maybe you havn't thought enough about it, however, today is the day to take a deep breath, get the insides at peace and trust that all will be well. I too am a 17th person and had the same feelings, but all is well, in fact exciting, each day unfolds with new surprises and it is good. This is the coolest thing I have ever done, in a week may you be saying the same. God's Blessings to those of you going in tomorrow. June

Hey Jud! I know what you mean about freaking out, I am doing a little bit myself (even posted a pity party yesterday). I will see you on the losing side at the hospital. Same Hospital, same doctor, actually my date is the 31st but at 7:30 too! See you there! Melisa