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Thank you all! Yes, I am on the soft food portion of my recovery diet. Transitioning to soft food helped this issue so hopefully I. 2 weeks transitioning to solid will make another big difference. The habit idea seems to be what this is. My old habit was come home, cook a big meal (I love to cook) and sit in front of the tv and eat said big meal. It's hard to "cook" much on the soft food diet do I do t feel like I have "made a meal". This I am sure is contributing. I am going to really pay attention to my habits and see where I can change. I know it's just head hunger and I know I need to beat it! It helps in some strange way to know its not just me!

First off I want to brag. I am really proud of myself!!!! Surgery was aug 2nd and I have done so much better than I expected! Pre op weight, 310, now 272! Wow! This is really my only real struggle right now. In the evening, after dinner (and a little healthy dessert) I am craving. Not craving anything specific, just want food! I feel like no amount of food I put in can fill the void! I want to be clear, I am not "hungry". My belly feels full, I feel "satisfied" but it's all mental! My brain keeps saying "FEED ME!". A friend said, "oh it's just the down time at the end of the day and you have nothing else to think about". Maybe, but I don't think so. I was fortunate enough to be able to take a full month paid time off work for this life event. So have had plenty of down time all day long, but I only struggle at night. So am I just an oddity (nothing new there) or do others struggle with this? Anyone have any suggestions to help? I am getting in between 800 and 1100 calories per day. I know it should be getting more, but like I said, I feel like my sleeve is full! Any help, suggestions, ideas or humorous insight Is very welcome!

I haven't encountered a single negative feeling. All my friends, family and coworkers have been very supportive.

Thank you! It's is just nerves talking. I won't back out. Heck, I have told WAY too many people to back out now!! I really am excited for the results, so just focusing on that.

So my surgery is Thursday. My pre op diet has gone REALLY well! Surpassed the goal! Shocked myself. Gives me hope this is the right thing. But damn I am nervous! Keep thinking, "do I really wanna do this?". I will do it, just got the butterflies now.

Just started my pre op diet. Surgery is the 2nd. Let the party begin! I just keep repeating to myself, I CAN DO THIS!

Hey all, I am a self pay patient (surgery date aug 2). I am having my surgery in the US. My concern is coverage for complications. My clinic offers BLIS insurance but I am not really happy with thier coverage. Does anyone know of it is possible to purchase supplimental insurance for complications related to surgery?

Surgery buddy!

August 2nd is the day!! Woo hoo!

Just got home from my initial appointments at Northwest Weight Loss Surgery. My day is Thirsday, August 2nd! Excited? YES! Scared? A bit!

Wow!! I am paying 23k for my package in Washington!

Yo! Long time gay, first time sleever...... Well hope to be soon!

I am pre-op so don't know much in regards to this survey in particular. But I have had other laparoscopic surgery. I enjoy having someone around. Sometimes that other presence is just nice to have. I normally live alone, but I know I greatly appreciated someone else being there after surgery. Nice just to know you aren't alone. But, you also will know when you are ready not to have those people around. For myself I anticipate needing someone because I fear having an emotional response to the surgery. Mix that with some pain meds an I may need someone to vent my worries to!

Ya I eat a 12 inch sub now sweat. Thanks for the feedback. Just trying to get my arms around all this. The more I hear the clearer picture I get. It's hard for me to imagine I could order a 6 inch sub and make it last a few meals!! But, that's the hope!

I am per-op. Trying to get my mind around "life after" surgery. What do you eat? I think I am more focused on like Breakfast and lunch. Now I eat a bagel and cottage cheese and coffee at my desk during my morning reports. Lunch, I must admit, I eat fast food a lot. Obviously something that is going to have to change. I am a bit of a Subway addict and I suspicion that may not be possible post surgery. I know I will have my recovery diet, but thinking past that just curious what other people eat. I don't mind veggies but I not a fan of fruit. Also, must say, I LOVE this website! Wow! The wealth of information really helps me get my head around the process! Thanks to all who contribute!