Orientation Completed

So I finally went to my orientation today. Another step closer to surgery.

I was shocked that a few of the people who attended didn't seem to know anything at all about the process. I mean we have at least two years to prepare, so it seems really weird to me that they wouldn't have done any research.

I was also surprised that I will probably be getting the sleeve rather than RNY which I thought would be better for me. They said that they are really pushing the sleeve right now in about 90% of cases.

Most of the information was a review for me but I did have it confirmed that I will have to be proactive and responsible for my own success.

I'm so glad that I've done the work that I have, it's put me so far ahead of the game. In the past few months, I have given up caffeine, pop, salt, chocolate, fast food and high fat and sugary foods and added one hour of brisk walking everyday.

I'm going to continue to move forward by making better choices so that my journey will be as successful as possible.

That's excellent Rhiannon! In my orientation, there were actually a few people who straight up stated that the nutritionist was essentially saying "there will be no joy in your life anymore" and 2 people didn't even continue for their follow ups after the orientation, but it's not a choice for everyone.  

Keep up the good work!

Thanks. I'm really excited at this point to get in the best shape I can, both mentally and physically for my surgery.

Hey Rhiannon,

It was nice meeting you at Orientation. You really seem to have things well in hand. I'm sure the surgery will go great for you. Thanks for recommending the forums. 

Nicole

Hi Nicole,

It was great meeting you as well. BTW, I was talking about the guys that would not stop talking through the entire session.

What did you think of the orientation? Did you know that they were mostly doing the sleeve now?

Do you think you'll move forward with the surgery?

Yay!  Glad things went so well.  The team does pay attention to who isn't paying attention, lol.  You've already made such proactive choices and that will impress Dr Z and Carla :)

Welcome Nicole