Not really sure where to begin.. My name is Lindsay. I am 22 years old. As many people on this site, I have been obese practically my whole life. I'm pretty sure that at my highest weight, I topped 400 pounds. I started dieting for a few months, then began the wls process in September of 2011. In December 2011, I was 379, and worked my way to 355 on surgery day. I was sleeved on 06/05/2012. I worked out 5 days a week before surgery, but never really got into a routine after surgery. I followed the diet at first, but for the past several months, I have slipped back to my old habits of eating junk food, not taking Vitamins regularly, and not drinking enough Water or getting enough Protein. For the past five months, I have maintained around 270. I want to believe that I can lose more weight and be a better, healthier person. I just have a hard time getting back on track. Since I have been such a failure, I have completely avoided my surgeons office. I don't want to be a disappointment. I don't really even know where to begin, or what steps to take. Any help would be appreciated.

Lindsay,

The good news? You still have that sleeved stomach! The only bad news is current mindset, and you can change that.

You know what you are doing wrong. All you have to do is find your resolve and start again at the weight loss.

You need to face your surgeon again hiding will not help you get the support you need.

You need to detox your body from the crap junk food. It's not easy I know but you need to quit it cold turkey. Start a new day now, eat protein and veggies. You don't have to starve you just need to fill your belly with the right foods

You want this, you can do this, you are so young. Get healthy and enjoy your life, you deserve it!

Get strict. Start liquid and then puree, and continue.

Don't let your fat brain win.

But you MUST find a way to get in control.

I think that having a good therapist is very important! It has helped me a lot leading up to my surgery and will no doubt help me through the challenges ahead. I feel your distress and have been there time and again myself. Stop beating yourself up about it and get some professional help to guide you through the emotional and mental side of this. For me, that's 90% of the battle! Good luck and keep in touch.