Been a while

Hi everyone!  It has been a while since I posted.  Had my surgery August 07 and am down 126 pounds.  Question is how do you keep the momentum  and the strength to eat the right things and risk temptation. 

I am struggling big time these days and would like suggestions.

Thanks all.

Melaine

Hello I have not had surgery but have been thinking about it for a long time. I live in Crofton MD and would love to do the band as I am scared to do bypass. I am also leary of trying to get a good doc. I know it is hard to stay motivated as I am trying to eat right and exercise and I have no willpower or motivation. You have crossed a big hurdle and I wish I could tell you what to do. I will support you if you need any support. Just drop me an email and I will try to encourage you as much as I can.



                                                               Julie

Hi Melanie,

First, I want to congratulate you on your success! You have done a great job!

You have run into the struggle that many of u**** sooner or later. As someone else on this board likes to say, 'If only they could operate on my brain"! The good news is that our "tool" prevents us from doing as much damage as we would have done in the old days. We do need to work on the things that drive us to eat when we do not need to. There are all sorts of things to try, either individually or in combination depending on what works best for you. Some of the ones I can think of are listed below. I am sure others will add those I may have forgotten.

Go back to basics to remember the fundamental rules. Refer to the instructions given to you by your surgeon/nutritionist.

Attend support group meetings. This helps you stay connected to the WLS life. Take advantage of the support from others. This board is another form of this.

Use some kind of accountability tool such as an online or written diary of what you eat. Set goals and plan ahead of time what you will eat for the day. It is easier to go astray when you do not plan ahead. You can even participate in the accountability posts that appear here every day for exercise, food, and/or fluids as needed.

Consider counseling. Sometimes it helps to have an impartial 3rd party help us sort through our issues regarding food.

I use all of these tools. I do still struggle from time to time. Still I know that deep down, I will not go back to the old me. The good news is that even when I stray, I do not allow myself to go too far. You can do this too.

I wish you all the best. Feel free to contact any or all of us as much as you need to. We are here for you, for each other.

Debbie

Hijack

Hi Julie how are you doing?
It has been a long time since you have posted. It is great to see you posting.

Hello Cira, Hope all is well with you and your family. Its been a rough winter with my mom. I havent had much time to be online but am now getting some time. I need to take care of me for a change. I want to lose this weight I am so tired of it. I will be looking into lap band or bypass. I want a good doc. I will keep in touch. Take care I think about you often and I keep you in my prayers..




                                                                                Julie

Hi Julie,

We are all doing great!!!
I am so sorry you have been having such a hard time. I hope your Mom is doing better.
I am glad you are having time for yourself. It is important to make time for "YOU".  Have you gone to a information session yet with any surgeon? There are plenty of GREAT docs out there. Dr. Von Rueden at St. Agnes, Dr. Averbach, Dr. S....and many more.  Plenty out there that many of us have had great results with. 
Know that we are here for you and please remember that I always keep you in my thoughts and prayers too. Especially your Mom. 
Stay in touch ok.

Hugs,

Melanie Congratulations on your amazing weight loss.

I can not give you better advice than what Debbie did. I totally agree with everything that she said.  One thing I do want to say is that we are here for you if you need to talk.

Best of luck  to you.

Hi Melanie

First Congratulations on your weight lose. 126 pound is great. You have done an amazing job.

Temptation is so hard. Something I struggle with. I let some things slip into my diet again that shouldn't be there but getting it under control now before it becomes a bigger issue.

I see you live in Millersville. i run a support Group in Crofton and if you want to PM me your email addy I can send you the dates for 2009............let me know

any questions feel free to ask away.

Mel! long time no see!  WELCOME BACK!

I think this is something we will be fighting the rest of our lives, be strong and talk yourself down when you are met with a challenge.  Good to see you!  Positive Thoughts will get you through this.
Hugs Kristen

Hi Melanie!!!

Welcome back to the board!!!  126 pounds is AWESOME!!!!!  You've gotten some great advice, so I don't really have anything to add other than hang in there and come here with any concerns or questions you have!!!

Hugs,

Tia