Sunshyne068

I'm very happy for you and I completely get it! I had a fill for the first time in years a few weeks ago. I was terrified that because I had defeated the band for so long that it would no longer work.
I play those mind games and they are torture. However - I am getting back to the place where I am beginning to quit eating when I notice the signals. AND - feeling grateful that the band is working, rather than feeling sad or angry because I have to stop but still want more. Gratitude works wonders for me!
Shelly

I can really identify with this. I get the signal (tightness in chest, long sigh, hiccups) and I ignore them sometimes bc I still feel hungry in my tummy. Im trying to learn how to heed these warnings but its so hard.

I can really identify with this. I get the signal (tightness in chest, long sigh, hiccups) and I ignore them sometimes bc I still feel hungry in my tummy. Im trying to learn how to heed these warnings but its so hard.

Good Luck I asked but you answered about liquids after a fill. I just had my first fill yesterday and I am starving on clear liquids. But tomorrow I can have protein shakes and yogurt that will be better...

Oh yea I have myfitness pal. my username is sunnyhoney11 and my diary is pubilc. Please add me if you use this!

Francine welcome to your journey!!!! Yes these are a (not all inclusive list) of rules that we need to follow to be successful with this tool. If you dont follow them (like I havent been) then you wont see as much success as others. Im beating myself up about it now, as I'm over a year out and Ive wasted so much time.

Congrats on your upcoming wedding!
One rule you left out is using a tracking app for food. Log every bite. It also will show you your nutrients and you can track exercise too!

I'm only 4 days post-op and copied the rules you wrote. I want to be successful and so will post these rules everywhere in my house. Skinny is what I want to be. Thank you. Francine

Congratulations on your wedding, and good luck with your weight loss. I'm sure will all be here to keep you encouraged. Sounds like your doing the right things. So keep it up. I don't know how much protein you get in, but it is suppose to really help with hunger and weight loss. My bariactric nurse said she sees about a 10% difference in weight loss with people who hit there protein goals.
~~~Stephanie

I think yuo should use your co-worker comments as an opportunity to prove everyone wrong and shut them up with your success. You're not a failure, I can guarantee you that. The fact that you are taking the time out to get your emotions in check lets me know that you can be in control of this situation. Don't let other ppl discourage you!
Exercise, eat right, and make it work. Good luck!!!!

I think yuo should use your co-worker comments as an opportunity to prove everyone wrong and shut them up with your success. You're not a failure, I can guarantee you that. The fact that you are taking the time out to get your emotions in check lets me know that you can be in control of this situation. Don't let other ppl discourage you!
Exercise, eat right, and make it work. Good luck!!!!

Congrats!!!! Great before/after pic you look GREAT