Don't take compliments well?

(deactivated member)
on 9/24/14 1:41 pm

Hi all.. I haven't been on in a long time. I am over 5 years out, and never made it goal weight. I've gone from 365 to 205, but am currently at 225. To this day, if a guy tells me he likes the way I look, I immediately think of all the bad things about the way I look. I can rarely just say thank you. I still see myself as that girl before my WLS. Does anyone else have this problem? Any input is appreciated.

Gwen M.
on 9/24/14 9:51 pm
VSG on 03/13/14

I have this problem regardless of who tells me. I'm slowly learning how to reply with a simple thank you and no snarky eye roll.  And to shut off the voice in my head. Therapy has helped!

VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)

Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170

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Valerie G.
on 9/25/14 1:54 am - Northwest Mountains, GA

It takes practice before it becomes a natural response.  Be gracious and accept it sincerely.  I find that bouncing back a compliment adds sincerity.

"What a nice thing to say.  I really appreciate that"

Valerie
DS 2005

There is room on this earth for all of God's creatures..
next to the mashed potatoes

cherylwk
on 9/25/14 6:55 am - Standish, ME

I definitely have an issue with this, my first thought is yeah right!  I used to run out and eat, but now I recognize that it makes me feel uncomfortable and probably always will no matter what I weigh.

    

        
(deactivated member)
on 9/25/14 2:20 pm

thanks guys.. I'm trying to learn how to just say thank you and smile.. Just a different mindset :)

Ihearttennis
on 9/26/14 11:48 pm - LA
VSG on 04/24/13

I usually say,"Thank you for saying that.  That really means a lot." 

I decided a long time ago I was going to be as nice to myself as I am to other people.  I realize I am a work in progress and I try hard at keeping a positive "self-talk". 

"Whether you believe you can or you can't ....you are right! " by Henry Ford

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