I don't know the answer ! When I see aquaintances that are gaining large amounts continuously, I am torn whether to casually mention WLS as an option. I am not suggesting any put downs. Just an autobiographical. "This worked for me". Does this sound right to other seasoned bandsters? Sign me Unsure

Frankly speaking, it depends on the persons health and condition, some people can sustain the surgery , some cant, as in many cases the surgery was done 2nd time also, i say a blog on stumbleupon regarding the surgery posted by some beliteweight , but the blog was awesome. It has explained most of the doubts regarding the surgery and their conditions.

I have always been totally open with my surgery. So people feel comfortable talking to me about the procedure. I do think it is absolutely fine to say how well it has worked for u and it could possibly do the same for that person. It's all in the way you say it.

I see people everyday struggling to loose weight and I want so much to tell them my story....but the unwritten rule in a gym is that everybody has their personal space and one should never invade it....

If I happen to make eye contact, I may give them a quick "Thumbs Up" as to say good job, keep it up....but that's about it.

I quess it's true everywhere else....people are entitled to their "Personal Space"

I agree with B-52. WLS is something people have to come to on their own. The journey is tough and it really needs to be a decision they make for themselves. They need our empathy, not our advice!

Absolutely not! That would definitely be crossing the line and when and how a person deals with their weight problem (or any other problem) is for them to decide. And I don't believe that surgery is for everyone. It takes dedication and a willingness to make sacrifices and permanent changes and not everyone is willing and/or able to do that long term.