Need prayers

Hi, I am not sure why I didn't ask sooner. I need prayers. I didn't get psych clearance yet. The dr wants me to have counseling. I somewhat agree, but I do not feel he was sensitive to my obesity issues, and he said this will delay surgery. I feel I need more post op counseling than preop, but I know need to put this in God's hands and leave it there. It's just so hard because I'm aching so bad physically. I couldn't sleep well last night because my legs were hurting so bad from walking. I was hoping to have this surgery done in February.

Kristine, I will most certainly be praying for you. Don't loose heart. I'm sure that there will be no harm done by doing pre-op counseling. If your doctor thinks you need it, you should definitely do it. I know how hard it is to think about waiting when you've had it in your mind that you want to do this at a certain time. But, this surgery and lifestyle is very hard. The surgery is very painful and you will be hurting for at least a couple of weeks. Then there is the emotional aspect of the new lifestyle that is also very hard to adjust to. You really need to be at your best emotionally before starting this journey. I myself have always been a very strong person emotionally. I have endured some very difficult experiences with little problem. However, this surgery and lifestyle even through me for a loop. I am now taking anti-depressants on a daily basis. I am not telling you this to discourage you. I just know that this is very difficult and if your doctor wants you to get more counceling, it can only help. Also, you cannot disregard God's timing. You will be approved when He is ready for you to take this journey. It is so easy for us to try to do things when we think we are ready. But, God's timing is perfect. As I said before, I will be praying for you. Please keep us updated on how things are going. Love, Jacinda

Ditto dear one. In God's time. Trust him in this and he will get there. Then it will be sooo sweet for you. Keep us updated, okay? Sally

Dear Kristine, You will certainly be in my prayers. I understand your frustration with the sleep issues and your legs hurting and pray God will give you restful sleep. God loves you and has a purpose for the timing of everyting. You are precious. You have the great Counselor and sometimes others don't understand that. We have to trust that our doctors are doing the best for us and I will pray that God will give your doctor more sensitivity to your issues and wisdom in handling them. Love ya! God Bless, Lynda Phil. 4:8

Praying for God's own clearity on this. I am sorry things are delayed. I hope that everything will come together for you very soon!! Blessings~ Becky

Kristine,I know that this is another set back,but just go ahead and do it! It will be good for you in the long run and you'll see, just a few sessions and you will get approved.That happen to me.I wasn't cleared untill they saw that I was going in for counseling. My therapist wrote a letter stating that i was being seen and a few days later i got approved. I quit now but will find away to go back. Just don't tell your counsler that your there so that they will approve you. Rosie