Gigiandthesleeve25

I'm still in the process of being approved for my surgery but I have told some close friends and family that I'm getting the surgery. Not everyone was supportive or happy about it. I was wondering if anyone else has gone through a similar experience with your loved ones? Sent from my SM-N900T using the BariatricPal App

My psych eval was similar to yours. I didn't have to do any tests or use a computer. The psychiatrist I had was nice and asked me about my weight and family history. I don't know it is in other states, but the only way to not pass a psych eval is to admit to depression, even if it was in the past. *insert quote from Oprah or Maya Angelou here*

Congrats! *insert quote from Oprah or Maya Angelou here*

I'm currently in a similar situation. I'm also 25 years old and my best friend of 8 years doesn't support my decision to get the sleeve and has tried to discourage me and has even went as far as trying to sabotage my journey by using my food addiction. She's overweight as well, which makes sense as to why she's going to such great lengths and can't be fully happy for me. My mom, who has been post op for 3 years, gave me some really good advice. Firstly, you're going to change because right now, you're not your best self. Secondly, this surgery can be an eye - opener. The friends you have at 300 lbs. may not be the friends you have at 140 lbs. It depends on what your friendship is built on. Most of my friendships are built around my food addiction and I didn't realize that until I started my journey. I didn't realize I was the "fat friend" or the "plus sized" friend people used to masquerade their insecurities or used to boost their self esteem. You're going to have to find a way to deal with the fact that your weight may be her security blanket. Thirdly, you don't need this stress before having surgery. Having elective surgery is stressful enough. You have made a life altering decision to have elective surgery, which isn't an easy decision. As I am learning, true friends are supportive even when they don't necessarily agree with your decisions. Maybe this is the perfect time to reevaluate your friendship and ask yourself "Is this a healthy friendship?" Your life is about to change for the better. You're taking steps to become your best self and you deserve to be around people that will Celebrate these things with you and will truly be happy for you. I hope I was able to help! Many blessings on your weight loss journey! Love, Gigi Sent from my SM-N900T using the BariatricPal App