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can't think about anything but VSG!

Here I am at work, not working. Again. I can't focus on anything but getting VSG. I am reading all of the threads, looking at the pictures, thinking about the surgery...NOT doing my work. I was never very good at using my time wisely. There are lots of things I COULD do here, but nothing very pressing. So I just sit, perusing the website, feeling guilty.

 

Why am I such a procrastinator? Why do I keep putting things off? If I would just take one small task and follow it through, I know I would feel better and want to do more. I think I put off things that I am not sure of all of the steps - when I hit a small roadblock, I stop, "well, I guess I'll do that later."

 

And I let the negativity push me further down. My "all or nothing" view causes me to throw in the towel for the day if I start off bad.

 

Am I using the surgery focus to keep me from having to work? The therapist said I am feeling "HOPE". Is that why I am so drawn to the website and spend all day thinking about it? I will get all of my work done eventually. I always do. I just wish I could be more proactive...

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deedee

LAP-BAND Patients

I think it's perfectly natural to be obsessed with the VSG especially when you are going through your pre-op journey and then post-op when you wonder if you are normal. I am still pretty new as a post-op, but my obsession has started to die down a very little bit. I never did any obsessing at work though because I was/am always so busy, but as long as you are meeting your deadlines, you'll probably be okay.

I'm hopeful and excited for you! Have fun reading and looking at pictures!

Tiffykins

LAP-BAND Patients

I was obsessed when I was seeking a revision. It felt natural for me to finally feel like your therapist described "hope" that this would work for me, and I wouldn't be in pain.

Keep reading, keep posting, and we're here to support you through all of it.

renebeau

LAP-BAND Patients

Thank you DeeDee and Tiffy - you guys are inspiration to me. I love reading your posts. I feel so reassured that this site is here and provides so much support. I will be counting on it!!!

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