So, I'm in the midst of a possible career change.. All brought on by the confidence I gained by deciding to get sleeved... I love that I'm losing weight... but more than that, I think that believing that I deserve a great life, free of physical and emotional pain and suffering caused by obesity has totally transformed my life in every area...

What about you??

I actually ended up quitting my job just before I was sleeved. Because about the time I decided I was really ready to take care of myself, I decided I deserved better than to spend the majority of my waking hours with an employer that undervalued me as an employee and as a person. It's been the best decision I ever made.

Once I start feeling well enough to job hunt (hopefully this time next week, heh heh), I have the feeling I'll be more selective about where and with whom I work with.

Thanks for creating this topic.

I am not post sleeve yet but I already know that things are going to change. I am in a relationship now that I am not completely happy with and I know that alot of it has to do with my weight and self esteem issues. I stay because I dont feel like I am pretty enough to find someone else that is more affectionate and caring. I know that it sounds bad, but that is life, right?

Post sleeve, I know that I regain the confidence that I used to have and I know that the feelings of resentment and loathing towards him will only increase. I have tried to prepare myself and him for the change, but I dont know that he totally gets it. I think that he is thinking that once the new me is here that I will have a new outlook on our relationship....but I dont think my new outlook will be the same as his new outlook...

this sleeve is definitely going to be a life changing event in more ways than one... [

urgh and yay!!!

I can say... making positive changes in your life will most definitely open your eyes to situations where you have allowed people and things to diminish your value as a person.. I've moved on from people who I have considered friends for years because I am unwilling to enable and deal with manipulative, passive-aggressive people..

Making a decision as huge as this prompted me to revisit a lot of things in my life and actually see if I was coasting due to comfort or truly living!!! I choose to LIVE!!!

Such a good topic! I didn't change careers, but I did change my attitude at work which was like a whole new world! Once I started dressing better,sleeping better, feeling better, I became a better teacher. Im smiling more and the kids are smiling more too. I wasn't in a relationship pre-op, but as soon as I started "looking good" the ex's seemed to come out of the woodwork. Been there, done that, not going back. Best advice is FORWARD MOTION. Sometimes you don't have to create a new life...sometimes you just have to tweak it to your success.

I am not post sleeve yet either. But I do feel that I will be more open when I decide to go back to work on where I apply. So many times I have wanted to apply at certain places but don't because I never see heavy people at these places and would feel like a fish out of water. That will feel awesome! And @FatGirlSlim....I am married to a wonderful man. But was married before. I know what you are going through. Don't settle!! I kissed many frogs and now have my prince. And feel very blessed to have him. And you will find yours too!

Good topic.

I'm doing the same job and think I'm getting treated better now that I've lost 60 lbs.

I'm feeling a little more confident and am really hoping for a new job with my current employer. I just keep my fingers crossed the job will open soon!