Another example of Simple
Okay people, don't get ticked when you read the final sentence. I know I needed surgery to get me to lose the weight I needed for my health. No simple explanation there and it's not the easy way out either. With many of us fighting regain or just trying to get the weight off or never reaching our size/weight goals, we can do this. It might take time, it might take joining a weight loss support group, it might take bariatric support group but our goals are basically the same. To be healthy and happy.
Yes, in the end the solution is easy...eat less and move more and make the right food choices.
Do what works for you and you know your body best. Time to "change up" your exercise? Time to push yourself away from the table and be sure to leave 3 bites? Time to take your vitamins and drink all your water?
It's Time!!!! We are strong united women (and men) and we will reach our goals! Hugs Debbie
Yes, in the end the solution is easy...eat less and move more and make the right food choices.
Do what works for you and you know your body best. Time to "change up" your exercise? Time to push yourself away from the table and be sure to leave 3 bites? Time to take your vitamins and drink all your water?
It's Time!!!! We are strong united women (and men) and we will reach our goals! Hugs Debbie
Another example of Simple
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Posted: 14 Jul 2011 03:14 AM PDT I was just reading a post explaining how a simple technological advance has helped children undergoing open heart surgery. The problem with this procedure is the OR team needs to cool a child to 82 degrees Fahrenheit (click the link if you're interested in why they do this) and the process of bringing the child's temp back up is challenging. What is this marvelous technological advance that has made surgery safer for these tiny patients? |
Your body size is a reflection of your behaviors.
True, but but but...I have thyroid dz, not an excuse I know, but did/does make a difference. Since I was a young women I battled weight. Joined WW as a teenager, saw weight loss doctors for years, did WW as an adult. Beat ME up my entire adult life. Finding OH and WLS in my 50's a gift of life. Being a SUCCESS AT LOSING WEIGHT AND KEEPING IT OFF FOR 7+ YRS IS FINALLY EMPOWERING TO ME...I AM NOT A FAILURE..JUST NEEDED THE RIGHT TOOL TO BE SUCCESSFUL. KINDA LIKE DUCT TAPE OR THE CORRECT SCREW DRIVER FOR THE JOB.
Even with my cross addiction problems, this surgery was what I needed and I am GRATEFUL that I was BRAVE enough to have it.
Good thinking post......
True, but but but...I have thyroid dz, not an excuse I know, but did/does make a difference. Since I was a young women I battled weight. Joined WW as a teenager, saw weight loss doctors for years, did WW as an adult. Beat ME up my entire adult life. Finding OH and WLS in my 50's a gift of life. Being a SUCCESS AT LOSING WEIGHT AND KEEPING IT OFF FOR 7+ YRS IS FINALLY EMPOWERING TO ME...I AM NOT A FAILURE..JUST NEEDED THE RIGHT TOOL TO BE SUCCESSFUL. KINDA LIKE DUCT TAPE OR THE CORRECT SCREW DRIVER FOR THE JOB.
Even with my cross addiction problems, this surgery was what I needed and I am GRATEFUL that I was BRAVE enough to have it.
Good thinking post......
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Congrats on your many success's Monica!
Even with my regain, I don't see myself as a failure...I'm a work in progress.
It took me 2 years to lose all my weight plus more and that was exercising 3 hours a day. Not all at once but then I did listen to people saying I was too thin. Ugh!
I will say with my regain, I got my boobies and butt back and I look more healthy but really I want to be a size 8 once again...not a size 4 but a size 8...it's doable in time.
My posts are to make everyone ponder...how do we deal with food?
Failure is not in my vocabulary but learning is.
I did WW several times got down to size 16/18 then bam...right back up to size 28-32.
Like you I embrace my tool, it was the right decision for me. It does take someone to have the power to be brave to have WLS, I totally agree on that one because all surgery should not be taken lightly. Lifetime commitment to ourselves and taking care of our tools, which ever one you decide to have, work it, use it wisely.
Even with my regain, I don't see myself as a failure...I'm a work in progress.
It took me 2 years to lose all my weight plus more and that was exercising 3 hours a day. Not all at once but then I did listen to people saying I was too thin. Ugh!
I will say with my regain, I got my boobies and butt back and I look more healthy but really I want to be a size 8 once again...not a size 4 but a size 8...it's doable in time.
My posts are to make everyone ponder...how do we deal with food?
Failure is not in my vocabulary but learning is.
I did WW several times got down to size 16/18 then bam...right back up to size 28-32.
Like you I embrace my tool, it was the right decision for me. It does take someone to have the power to be brave to have WLS, I totally agree on that one because all surgery should not be taken lightly. Lifetime commitment to ourselves and taking care of our tools, which ever one you decide to have, work it, use it wisely.
We are so lucky to have each other here on OFF. We need each other in so many ways. Thinking we can walk alone in life is just not so. When I with drew from OFF and life, I hit bottom bottom bottom. I like being on top now, floating in the support and love from us all. Reviewing why we got obese, the decisions made over years is not easy, but helps us on our journey. Kinda like being lost in a traffic jam, no GPS, so we have to ask for help and that is OK!!
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I agree, OFF is one of the best sites for support.
As we age, our needs/wants are different.
Never once could I connect with someone in their 20's bemoaning hanging skin.
Hell...I say be proud of your body...how ever it turns out.
Now...I'm not cutting down anyone that has had plastics, I say if you can afford it and it makes you feel better go for it!
I do cringe for people that take loans out for plastic surgery.
I've never lived beyond my means, don't use credit unless I know I can pay the bill off in full at the end of the month...all though I say if it's emergency than use credit cards but I don't like being in debt at all. It's freeing not to have debt over your head and as I get older my wants are less.
I love getting older. I love the support here. I connect with all of OFF posters or at least most of the time. Support always and yes we can't do this alone.
So any of you people that are just reading and are afraid to post, come aboard we welcome you.
As we age, our needs/wants are different.
Never once could I connect with someone in their 20's bemoaning hanging skin.
Hell...I say be proud of your body...how ever it turns out.
Now...I'm not cutting down anyone that has had plastics, I say if you can afford it and it makes you feel better go for it!
I do cringe for people that take loans out for plastic surgery.
I've never lived beyond my means, don't use credit unless I know I can pay the bill off in full at the end of the month...all though I say if it's emergency than use credit cards but I don't like being in debt at all. It's freeing not to have debt over your head and as I get older my wants are less.
I love getting older. I love the support here. I connect with all of OFF posters or at least most of the time. Support always and yes we can't do this alone.
So any of you people that are just reading and are afraid to post, come aboard we welcome you.
I was ticked at first, but I'm over it...about being able to lose without wls....
Just want to share this with you all to show you how much I have been dealing with in my decision. I am reading Marianne Williamson's book,"A Course in Weight Loss" and I became confused about my spirtuality and my surgery so I wrote to her. She very kindly wrote back and said my decision was, of course my own to make, but that she saw no defection in my having the surgery. Even tho I felt better, I knew this would be my desire, to go thru with it,anyway. By the way I would like to say here that I am an adherant of "the Course of Miracles", it constitutes my belief system.
That having been said ...how the heck is everybody!!?
I got a call from my people at Flagler Hospital today, we are moving closer to the big day!! I am at last totally cleared for "take off" pun intended! Could be even 3 weeks if the insurance people are not too backed up. I am so excited, I have had a tummy ache for 2 days, talked to my primary and I guess I don't have ulcers! Did you guys have to have a pylori test?
It is to see if you have any bacteria in your stomach...that's why I had myself talked into having ulcers!
I guess this is enough for today...forgive me ladies but it will take more time before I know you all by name..but so long for now...see yall tomorrow.......SAM
Just want to share this with you all to show you how much I have been dealing with in my decision. I am reading Marianne Williamson's book,"A Course in Weight Loss" and I became confused about my spirtuality and my surgery so I wrote to her. She very kindly wrote back and said my decision was, of course my own to make, but that she saw no defection in my having the surgery. Even tho I felt better, I knew this would be my desire, to go thru with it,anyway. By the way I would like to say here that I am an adherant of "the Course of Miracles", it constitutes my belief system.
That having been said ...how the heck is everybody!!?
I got a call from my people at Flagler Hospital today, we are moving closer to the big day!! I am at last totally cleared for "take off" pun intended! Could be even 3 weeks if the insurance people are not too backed up. I am so excited, I have had a tummy ache for 2 days, talked to my primary and I guess I don't have ulcers! Did you guys have to have a pylori test?
It is to see if you have any bacteria in your stomach...that's why I had myself talked into having ulcers!
I guess this is enough for today...forgive me ladies but it will take more time before I know you all by name..but so long for now...see yall tomorrow.......SAM
How exciting Sam, before you know it you will have your surgery date.
I'm a very spiritual woman and I opted for WLS and no regrets. It's about lifestyle change.
Believe me the surgery won't keep your weight off in the end. It will be YOU doing all the work. People that don't have the surgery don't understand that concept. WE have a tool to help us...but in the end it's all us, working to keep that weight off.
I'm glad you don't have ulcers. Another plus.
I love Marianne Williams but always remember you are the one making decisions what is best for you. You know your body the best. You know when you work out if it's a hard exercise work out or just so-so.
Be sure to measure yourself before you have surgery and take pictures. Continue to do that though-out your Weight loss journey. May you have a speedy recovery and keep posting. Debbie
I'm a very spiritual woman and I opted for WLS and no regrets. It's about lifestyle change.
Believe me the surgery won't keep your weight off in the end. It will be YOU doing all the work. People that don't have the surgery don't understand that concept. WE have a tool to help us...but in the end it's all us, working to keep that weight off.
I'm glad you don't have ulcers. Another plus.
I love Marianne Williams but always remember you are the one making decisions what is best for you. You know your body the best. You know when you work out if it's a hard exercise work out or just so-so.
Be sure to measure yourself before you have surgery and take pictures. Continue to do that though-out your Weight loss journey. May you have a speedy recovery and keep posting. Debbie
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