It's so funny Seth, I can't speak for anyone else, but after my op, my whole attitude changed. It's like I can't be negative anymore regarding my body and weight loss, in the past it was so easy to feel bad about body issues when things weren't as I had wished. It's like looking at the world through new eyes, it is truly amazing, my niece had VSG before me and her change of attitude and positivity was same as me. I feel wonderful. I hope all goes fantastically for you, remember to be patient and listen to not only your body, but your head too, good thoughts in!!
Just after my op I had doubts as I guess we all do and they continued for up to two months, but slowly those doubts got replaced, it happens, I'm in a great place and hope to stay here! LOL