Looks like a winner

My hubby found this book for me and I was wondering if any of you have read it. From the reviews, it sounds like it talks about the issues of what happens once the Honeymoon is over that I have been struggling with lately.  Sounds good, doesn't it?

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176 of 177 people found the following review helpful: The one weight loss surgery book that really matters, January 19, 2007 By  Terry L. Zrust "redone"   This review is from: The Emotional First Aid Kit: A Practical Guide to Life After Bariatric Surgery (Paperback) Over the last year I've purchased many of the more popular books on weight loss surgery. Many are quite good. This book in particular is superb and I would argue the most important of all for long term success. It gives a non-sugar-coated view of the challenges that lie not just beyond the surgery, but where the rubber really meets the road: a year or two or after the surgery. That is when the real work seems to start, and ultimate success or failure is decided. Those that think that gastric bypass is an easy-out or 100% reliable solution will find this information illuminating.
The book presents a consistent and realistic portrayal of where the secrets to long-term success lies. There is no magic bullet. This is a lot of work, and it requires one to be on guard for those nasty food habits we've learned. Emotional eating, food-centric social situations, loss of motivation (especially with exercise) and a host of other challenges will always be lurking in the chronically obese person's life. This book offers some simple guidelines for managing those challenges, and advice on when to look for help from others. I recommend that every person either contemplating this surgery or anyone who has already had the surgery consider this book.

One of the reviews of this book also recommends Weight Loss Surgery for Dummies. I thought that book was awesome and I still refer to it even now. I think you should get both books.

--gina

I'll check it out too. Thanks!
-k

Looks like a great book!  Let me know if you like it!

I've been meaning to get a WLS book but all of them seem to be geared to pre-ops. Im glad you found this cause I think I may order it!

 This is an Awesome book to own!  It has helped me through some tough times. I still refer to it often, even being almost 6 yrs out . 

So you have this book, Deb??? I'm so glad to hear confirmation that it's good!  I've been in such a 'funk' upon realizing this WLS isn't the magic bullet I thought it would be.  No dumping. Carbs go down much too easily.  And I'm only 7 months out and I feel like the Honeymoon is already over.  I wish I could get the psychologist author along with her book!

Kathy

 Yes it really does help. Stay connected with a support group that will help too. Call your nut and talk , talk and go see her or him. You can do this - it is really making up your mind that Yes you can change your lifestyle and enjoy it. This book will help show you how to deal with the negative emotions and thoughts that you go through. Get support - I can't express it enough how much it helps to have others that are like you, that have had WLS...they truly know what you are going through.  I have been in that "funk" about exercise for a while now, and have gained 10 or so pounds. I have made up my mind to get with it and just DO IT! I am not a slacker and I don't plan on starting now. You are not a slacker either - you CAN DO THIS!!! I believe you can - Yes if it is worth doing it will take Hard work, but the rewards are WELL WORTH IT!  Good luck - let me know how you are doing and if I can help in anyway. Deb

Thanks, Deb-
I was going to friend you but you have a private profile, as I do. I'm not sure how to get around this. If I open my profile to the public for awhile until you get a chance to friend me, that would be great. If you want to that is! :)

Kathy

Kathy, I would like to have you as a friend. I'm not sure how to go about that but I will look into it today and see what I can do on my end. Have a great week. I am off to plan things I will be eating and pencil in "exercise" Yuck but I have to get with it NOW! I like being much smaller and I know how to work my pouch...Woot Woot!