LifeStarts WLS
Working During the Day....
My attempts to find a new job after being laid-off have been successful. Most of my work life I have always worked the off hours or late night hours. For the first time since my surgery and for the first time in over some thirty or more years I will be working DAY 
WORK!
Since I always worked the off hours I always considered myself fortunate not to be around the office for the donuts, the pizza parties and other temptations lurking around. Trying to get back on track and staying focused is going to be a real challenge!
Working the off hours I always carried my "Survival Bag" with my lunch and dinner. I think I have a fear of the change in the hours, my eating schedule, and the new environment. Any suggestions?
Dreamgirl119
WORK!Since I always worked the off hours I always considered myself fortunate not to be around the office for the donuts, the pizza parties and other temptations lurking around. Trying to get back on track and staying focused is going to be a real challenge!
Working the off hours I always carried my "Survival Bag" with my lunch and dinner. I think I have a fear of the change in the hours, my eating schedule, and the new environment. Any suggestions?
Dreamgirl119 
First, CONGRATS on the new job! That's great news!
Sounds like you may be walking into a danger zone filled with scrumptious goodies and treats!
To avoid temptations, I would bring goodies/snacks from home that I like and know are good for me. Perhaps even maintaining a satiated tummy would help too. If you bring enough to share, the consensus may change on what treats are available. Or at least more variety...
You never know, your good eating habits may rub off and those donuts could be replaced with something more health conscious.
Pizza parties? What about just nibbling on the toppings? That's what I do when its pizza night at home. A few veggies, lots of meat, and gobs of cheese without the crust is heaven to my baby tummy! My pups love to help with the crusts!
Renee
Sounds like you may be walking into a danger zone filled with scrumptious goodies and treats!
To avoid temptations, I would bring goodies/snacks from home that I like and know are good for me. Perhaps even maintaining a satiated tummy would help too. If you bring enough to share, the consensus may change on what treats are available. Or at least more variety...
You never know, your good eating habits may rub off and those donuts could be replaced with something more health conscious.
Pizza parties? What about just nibbling on the toppings? That's what I do when its pizza night at home. A few veggies, lots of meat, and gobs of cheese without the crust is heaven to my baby tummy! My pups love to help with the crusts!
Renee
"Lead me not into temptation; I can find the way myself." ~Rita Mae Brown
Congratulations! on the new job. I know it feels good be back out there in the work force again. Just take one day at a time and try to stay on track as much as possible. Wishing all the best in your new job.
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Hey there DreamGirl ...
Congrats on the job .
Have you told anyone at work you had WLS ?
What I did was let people know that I had the surgery , and to pass me a donut box , or candy dish would be to me like handing a coke addict ...just a hint of cocaine.
Keep taking your own food ... keep a picture of your before where you can look at it as a rreminder.
Keep healthy snacks around ....
You will do fine .
Let us know how you do ....
Hugs and love ,Tink
Congrats on the job .
Have you told anyone at work you had WLS ?
What I did was let people know that I had the surgery , and to pass me a donut box , or candy dish would be to me like handing a coke addict ...just a hint of cocaine.
Keep taking your own food ... keep a picture of your before where you can look at it as a rreminder.
Keep healthy snacks around ....
You will do fine .
Let us know how you do ....
Hugs and love ,Tink
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Congrat's on your Job! I have to say that it is difficult for me to avoid the food in the office. I have gave in from time to time but today I said "No thanks". I ate my yogurt that I packed in my lunch and had a handful of nuts, I am going to stick to my eating plan today. I have my desk packed with some nutritious snacks and I pack my lunch about 95% of the time.
Good luck to you and thanks for posting this, I need tips and suggestions as well!.
Susan
Good luck to you and thanks for posting this, I need tips and suggestions as well!.
Susan
