I have 4 weeks before my surgeon can submit to my insurance for approval. Ever since I made the decision to do this, everyday that goes by I get more anxious for it to happen. I never hated the way I looked as much as I hate it now. I read all these wonderful stories of incredible weight loss and self discipline, and I all do is think of what I will miss, so I can eat it...gaining more weight.

I don't know if lurking around these boards is encouraging or anxiety producing. I have gotten so much good info here, i am so excited to start my journey, but my inpatience is getting the best of me making me feel so down in the dumps. Help?

I get it. I'm still looking at 3 months of jumping through insurance hoops. Just keep thinking of the goal. Imagine yourself next summer! Every time I see someone I haven't seen in a while I wonder what I'll look like the next time they see me! 4 weeks is nothing compared to the amount of time you've probably spent being miserable bc of your weight. Concentrate on why you are doing this!

Can't wait to hear your success stories in a month or two! Hang in there!

I know it can be frustrating but pre-op I tried to do things to get ready for surgery and keep my mind off of the waiting. I went through my closet and got rid of anything that was too big or just didn't need anymore. I organized the rest by sizes so I would be sure not to miss any clothes I had hiding in there that I haven't been able to wear.

I started keeping a journal about things I was looking forward to. I'm not a very good waiter either!!

Time will fly by before you know it!!

I know it can be frustrating but pre-op I tried to do things to get ready for surgery and keep my mind off of the waiting. I went through my closet and got rid of anything that was too big or just didn't need anymore. I organized the rest by sizes so I would be sure not to miss any clothes I had hiding in there that I haven't been able to wear.

I started keeping a journal about things I was looking forward to. I'm not a very good waiter either!!

Time will fly by before you know it!!

Thanks for the tips. i have an attic full of clothes i have not been able to wear in years. jeans, sweaters, shorts. stuff that doesn't really go out of style. maybe I will look through. i have a picture from about 8 years ago, after Atkins for 2 years. this is my goal,

I have a similar picture from before I had kids on my refrigerator.

We will be as close to those pics before you know it. I take each day as if it us a gift. I'm down 16 pounds since surgery (7/17) and whether it comes of slow or fast, I know that I'm only getting healthier!!

Good luck!!

I have a similar picture from before I had kids on my refrigerator.

We will be as close to those pics before you know it. I take each day as if it us a gift. I'm down 16 pounds since surgery (7/17) and whether it comes of slow or fast' date=' I know that I'm only getting healthier!!

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Share! I really need incentives. Seeing people focused and having goals like mine sure helps!

Girl we in the same boat. Im dying for my date. And im really Exited so days go slower than ever now. I watch some youtube people and that help keep my kool besides we already passed the easiest part we gotta get ready for the rapids

I get it as well. I'm not even anxious about the surgery yet because the darn waiting and insurance company has all of my anxiety. It's the worst part- it has to be. So we will make it thru this---- because everyone else did. Oh and I gained weight at every single NUT appt. I have my last one on Monday.

I feel your pain... the waiting game is the worst thing ever! You have so much time to sit and think about all the what ifs... what if this doesn't work for me or what if I don't get approved. Being on this forum has been a true Godsend for me, when I feel down on myself I get on here and read such wonderful success stories and think yeah .. that Will be me too! Keep your chin up you can do this and next year we both will be much healthier and happier for it.