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Topic: RE: Nine years in recovery, want to have WLS
Hi and Welcome,
I see no reason why your participation in AA should interfere with you getting clearance to have RNY. I had about 5 years of sobriety when I had my RNY in 2006. Being in recovery is seen as a positive.
Staying in recovery turned out to be a challenge to me, and I take full responsibility for my relapse. I was not actively involved in service work in AA, and stopped attending meetings for all kinds of stupid reasons. I drank and the race was on. In the course of 14 months, I had the ugliest relapse possible, I hope. I don't intend to go out and find out if it can get worse.
My suggestion is to be honest during all of your evals. Stay close to your meetings, especially during the time surrounding your surgery, as you will definitely be on narcotics for pain. Get back involved in your service work ASAP. Use all of your coping skills that you have learned, especially as you start to relearn to eat, because food was my substitute for alcohol. When I drank, I introduced sugar back into my diet, and I cannot stop eating sugar since.
I now have almost 2 months of sobriety, and feel like such a newcomer, and I have been in and out of AA for nineteen years. You are working a good program. Don't let RNY change any of that.
Feel free to PM me if you need to talk.
Trish
I see no reason why your participation in AA should interfere with you getting clearance to have RNY. I had about 5 years of sobriety when I had my RNY in 2006. Being in recovery is seen as a positive.
Staying in recovery turned out to be a challenge to me, and I take full responsibility for my relapse. I was not actively involved in service work in AA, and stopped attending meetings for all kinds of stupid reasons. I drank and the race was on. In the course of 14 months, I had the ugliest relapse possible, I hope. I don't intend to go out and find out if it can get worse.
My suggestion is to be honest during all of your evals. Stay close to your meetings, especially during the time surrounding your surgery, as you will definitely be on narcotics for pain. Get back involved in your service work ASAP. Use all of your coping skills that you have learned, especially as you start to relearn to eat, because food was my substitute for alcohol. When I drank, I introduced sugar back into my diet, and I cannot stop eating sugar since.
I now have almost 2 months of sobriety, and feel like such a newcomer, and I have been in and out of AA for nineteen years. You are working a good program. Don't let RNY change any of that.
Feel free to PM me if you need to talk.
Trish
Seek always to do some good, somewhere. Every man has to seek in his own way to realize his true worth. You must give some time to your fellow man. For remember, you don't live in a world all your own. Your brothers are here too.
Albert Schweitzer
Albert Schweitzer
Topic: Father Martin
Many people in AA and addiction recovery have heard of Father Martin. He passed away today. Here is a link to his biography.
http://www.fathermartin.com/
Trish
http://www.fathermartin.com/
Trish
Seek always to do some good, somewhere. Every man has to seek in his own way to realize his true worth. You must give some time to your fellow man. For remember, you don't live in a world all your own. Your brothers are here too.
Albert Schweitzer
Albert Schweitzer
Topic: RE: Support for those w/Alcoholism after surgery
Jesus wants you well. There is room for both Jesus and AA - - Religion vs Spirituality
There is no reason why Jesus can't be YOUR Higher power, but there is "Experience, Strength and Hope" to be found within the people at AA that is hard to receive in church with people who do not struggle with alcohol. Just as there is Experience, Strength and Hope" here in this Forum for WLS.
Wishing you the best-
There is no reason why Jesus can't be YOUR Higher power, but there is "Experience, Strength and Hope" to be found within the people at AA that is hard to receive in church with people who do not struggle with alcohol. Just as there is Experience, Strength and Hope" here in this Forum for WLS.
Wishing you the best-
Tisha
Topic: Anorexia after WLS?
Hello,
I had WLS four years ago and have been doing great until recently. My doc put me on a new med. that caused me to gain 40lbs! I got off the Rx and started working on getting off the fat. But, something sparked in me. I stopped eating all together. I went three days straight without eating a thing. Now I will not eat before noon each day and then only small amounts of carbs. If I can I will wait until dinner to eat with my family. I wouldn't even eat then except it would make my family suspicious. At least half the time I end up in the bathroom throwing up what I've just eaten. I can now only eat very small amounts of food when I do eat. I think my husband is getting suspicious and I'm wondering how far this will go? I am concerned, but not enough to stop, I like losing the weight. Anyone else in this boat too?
Kim
I had WLS four years ago and have been doing great until recently. My doc put me on a new med. that caused me to gain 40lbs! I got off the Rx and started working on getting off the fat. But, something sparked in me. I stopped eating all together. I went three days straight without eating a thing. Now I will not eat before noon each day and then only small amounts of carbs. If I can I will wait until dinner to eat with my family. I wouldn't even eat then except it would make my family suspicious. At least half the time I end up in the bathroom throwing up what I've just eaten. I can now only eat very small amounts of food when I do eat. I think my husband is getting suspicious and I'm wondering how far this will go? I am concerned, but not enough to stop, I like losing the weight. Anyone else in this boat too?
Kim
Topic: Grateful Post..
Good Monday Morning..
Today I am grateful..
For positive talks..
That I am trusted enough to watch a one year old..
For Stromboli.. I love that kid..
For making a smart choice this weekend.. You know why and I thank you for it.. I love you..
For NO SPEEDING TICKETS..
Today I am grateful..
For positive talks..
That I am trusted enough to watch a one year old..
For Stromboli.. I love that kid..
For making a smart choice this weekend.. You know why and I thank you for it.. I love you..
For NO SPEEDING TICKETS..
Ramon Lopez
Co-Founder
http://www.rydobesity.com
Interview on www.weightlosssurgerychannel.com Please check it out.. http://www.weightlosssurgerychannel.com/programs/wls-journeys/wls-journeys-guest-ramon-lopez.html/
Video, about me, made by my best friend Yvonne.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gCxNTyRUo0
PEACE
464/409/200
Thanks Obesityhelp.com
Co-Founder
http://www.rydobesity.com
Interview on www.weightlosssurgerychannel.com Please check it out.. http://www.weightlosssurgerychannel.com/programs/wls-journeys/wls-journeys-guest-ramon-lopez.html/
Video, about me, made by my best friend Yvonne.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gCxNTyRUo0
PEACE
464/409/200
Thanks Obesityhelp.com
Topic: Nine years in recovery, want to have WLS
I have been reading a lot of posts in the past few weeks. I am hoping to have lap RNY, God willing. I have a class in about a week.
I have been reading about people with substance abuse problems and their surgery. Any suggestions? Will I still be eligible?
I am very active in my recovery. I have the same sponsor I have had for nine years, I sponsor two women who are doing great in their recovery and they keep me involved and accountable. I am GSR of my homegroup and getting involved in AA on the district level. My recovery is so important to me today and I don't want to do anything to jeopardize it.
Thank you for any suggestions. Jackie
I have been reading about people with substance abuse problems and their surgery. Any suggestions? Will I still be eligible?
I am very active in my recovery. I have the same sponsor I have had for nine years, I sponsor two women who are doing great in their recovery and they keep me involved and accountable. I am GSR of my homegroup and getting involved in AA on the district level. My recovery is so important to me today and I don't want to do anything to jeopardize it.
Thank you for any suggestions. Jackie
Topic: RE: Having a meltdown
Thanks for reaching out. I am okay now. My therapist and I spoke about 30 minutes ago. I have been journaling my hand off this weekend. I will put your number in my cell so I can call you in the future. I also have Verizon Wireless, so we would be able to talk for free.
I am physically and emotionally exhausted and going to head to bed in a few minutes.
Hugs,
Trish
I am physically and emotionally exhausted and going to head to bed in a few minutes.
Hugs,
Trish
Seek always to do some good, somewhere. Every man has to seek in his own way to realize his true worth. You must give some time to your fellow man. For remember, you don't live in a world all your own. Your brothers are here too.
Albert Schweitzer
Albert Schweitzer
Topic: RE: Having a meltdown
Trish,
Wanna talk - we are only a few miles away from each other. I'll PM you my cell number. I'm home. Its a little after 8. I'm only going to color my hair tonight, no big deal - it can wait.
Kathy
(9 months sober)
Wanna talk - we are only a few miles away from each other. I'll PM you my cell number. I'm home. Its a little after 8. I'm only going to color my hair tonight, no big deal - it can wait.
Kathy
(9 months sober)
Topic: RE: Having a meltdown
Sending you some hugs. I am sorry you are having a rough day. I have had days like those and it is hard being on your own. I will keep you in my prayers.
Corgi Mom
RNY
3/16/05
287/129 bmi 20.2 height 5'7"
Loss is good Maintanance is GREAT
Friends are angels who lift us to our feet when our wings have trouble remembering how to fly
RNY
3/16/05
287/129 bmi 20.2 height 5'7"
Loss is good Maintanance is GREAT
Friends are angels who lift us to our feet when our wings have trouble remembering how to fly
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