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Food isn't your best friend. It wasn't mine either. I love your list. You know that last one? "Love myself"? That's one you can start on right now. I remember looking in the mirror & hating my reflection. And that energy did nothing but make me feel worse. Don't beat yourself up. Please understand that food isn't your best friend - you are.

Well I'm almost two years post op 3mts away and I still have like 50lbs to reach my overall goal with the most lost almost 70lbs with a wt gain of 12lbs. Just seem like I can't get back on track I can't just not touch things I shouldn't. I have my days or weeks I do wonderful then I add back in bad stuff here and there. Everyone tells me how wonderful I look but no one knows that hey she haven't lost as much as the think. I really want to shed these pounds and need some helpful advice and solutions on what to do.

What is CBT? Sorry I'm pretty new to this website. Sent from my N9519 using BariatricPal mobile app

I really don't know anything about the MGB. One of the things I liked about the RNY was it's been around for a long time and there's a lot of data and research behind it. I didn't want to get a surgery that turned out to be the next lapband. That's not to say the MGB *is* - it may be a perfectly fine surgery - but I don't know anyone who's had it and I don't know how long it's been around.

Im excited and scared at the same time. Pre weight is 340lbs and I'm 6'2" at the age of 38. I worry about my skin bouncing back, getting to small and look sickly. Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

I just heard from my surgeon's office yesterday. My first consult is in a week and a half!

I'm on day 5, I haven't cheated at all, but it hasn't been easy. I can only have meat and veggies, I don't like either very much. I am only taking in 500-600 cals a day. I am actually looking forward to my surgery, because at least after, I can have yogurt! Good luck, we'll make it!!!! Sent from my SM-G930T using BariatricPal mobile app

Oh my gosh! I guess those things are more common than anyone would have thought! Glad you have an answer, but more surgery is the pits [Hugs]

this is a GREAT idea! I found it really helped me too. sometimes we get hung up on the things surgery forces us to "give up" (I almost didn't have my surgery because I thought I couldn't give up diet pepsi!)... but it's true we have so much to GAIN!!! yes I can likely never have pepsi again... but without this surgery, I'd have never worn a size 12 pair of shorts again, or played soccer again... or or or. keep this list handy! tape it to your mirror, put it on your fridge... it will help you get through the harder days.

If you are interested in a local, ongoing support group in a face-to-face environment, one is being formed in St. Louis MO. This is not affiliated with a hospital, doctor, or insurance; instead, it is to fill in the gap for those who want support but may not have these resources available. It will be facilitated by the following: Co-facilitated by Michelle C., who successfully shed 150 lbs. pre- and post- surgery. & Gayle Rose, certified weight loss management specialist, health coach and fitness trainer. We'll meet for an hour discussing support topics around weight loss surgery. First Meeting: Wednesday, November 2, 20167:00 PM to 8:00 PM St. Louis County Library Headquarters1640 S Lindbergh Blvd, Saint Louis, MO For more information, please contact gayle@pyramidcoaches.com