Second thoughts

Hi group,

i'm sitting here 8 hours from changing my life and instead of getting sleep i'm Second guessing my decision. I am 62 years old and thinking should I call this off and enjoy the years I have left or suffer through the change.

Think differently. You may suffer a little for a while but you will definitely have a healthier energic rest of the life. Good luck ð?'

I'm 53. I did this about 3 months ago. I know that I will now live longer and the quality of that life is going to be vastly improved. Are there risks? Yes. But, are they worth it? My answer is yes, but you will have to make that decision for yourself.

Good luck and I will keep you in my prayers. Hugs

Hi JeffWhat do u mean by suffer through the change? Yes the 1st week can be rough. But it's really easier after that. It's not always easy, & you'll definitely be learning to navigate the new challenges, but as someone who has "suffered" the challenges of obesity since childhood, I can tell you that that "suffering" is way worse. I would venture to say you've chosen this surgery because you too have been suffering from obesity. You will have to change your mindset if you are to be successful. You'll have to decide if you'll really enjoy the rest of your life without this surgery. And, as most here would recommend, psychological counseling can help you with that. If not that, then a strong support system of friends or family. And, keep posting here; tons of support & encouragement always. Wishing you the best of luck!

I was 58 when I had surgery. It was well worth it. I went through the same second guessing, right up to the point they knocked me out. One of the nurses prepping me for surgery even said, "You did so well losing weight pre-op, I don't know why they don't have you continue on the old fashioned way!"

That didn't help any, lemme tell you. But I did it, it went very well, and I am very glad I went through with it. The years I have left will be longer and happier as a result.

I did it at 61 (almost 2 years ago). I enjoy life AND food so much more (and in a healthier way) than before WLS. There is a progression to get through in the first months but it was so worth it for me. I wish I had done it a long time ago, but so glad I finally did!

Most of us have second thoughts. This is a big step. But trust me, you will enjoy the rest of your life after WLS so much more than you would if you stay morbidly obese.

It's never too late to get your life back. I too had these second guessing feelings. Now I am so happy I did this I could scream with excitement! You have this!!!

Hi Jeff! I'm 7 days out and have been having lots of these thoughts, but every day is better and better and I think ultimately this is 100% going to be worth it. But there will be tough days, and the beginning is hard.