Fear of Failure

Thank you!!!

Most of us who have had surgery, ( i had VSG 10/4/11) felt the same way. For me , the what if I fail loomed big in my head. But I talked to  many people at the support groups, at the doctor's office, & my fears lessened. 

The worse part of the entire post op process was the clear liquid protein I had to be on for 5 days. After that it was much better. I had very few post op issues. you just have to follow the rules. No soda or carbonated liquids, no drinking for 30 minutes before , after or during a meal. Eat protein first, then veggies, then carbs.

Good luck.

Thank you! I will do my best to follow the rules but that is my fear, that I won't be able to do so. But I'm committed to not let fear control my life and believe I can succeed. 

Oh good grief YES!!  I was freaked out about it!  I kept asking my BF, "Am I doing the right thing?  Is this a good idea?  What if I fail AGAIN... this is my LAST hope".  And then a few days before the surgery I was fine.  Then a week after I got a little freaky again, "What have I done?  Was this a good idea?"  And then I was fine.  And now I know it was the best thing for me.  I'm incredibly grateful to have proceeded with WLS.  It's been over 9 months now and I'm 13.2 pounds from goal - I haven't weighed this amount since I was 15! 

Best thing I ever did and I wish wish WISH I'd done it sooner.  But at least I've done it now and feel great.  I just bought my first size 4 (FOUR?!?!) jeans.  It's worth it as long you're COMMITTED to the change.  I was and am.  And if you follow your surgeon's program completely, you won't fail!

Congrats on your approval and keep us posted!  

Thank you so much the boost in confidence! Congrats to you! WOW, size 4 and 13 lb from your goal weight is AMAZING!!!

We can do this!