Hi everyone!

This is my first time posting but I have been lurking around since about April ! I finally have my pre op appointment on June 5! So my surgery should be within 30 days of that.

My question is has anybody had trouble with referred addictions. I am a food addict and I'm hoping I won't refer my addiction to something just as bad for me. Anybody have any comments or suggestions?

Thanks

I spend too much time on this site! I also am in love with clothes shopping now so much more than before. The clothes actually look good now, instead of tent- like! I also am committed to Planet Fitness at least twice a week. I'm staying in a hotel this weekend for a conference and I'm psyched about getting to work out every day in the gym! That's weird but awesome!

Thanks for your reply! I love this site also! I am trying to use my gym as a replacement also although I have knee problems so I am working the weights more than I do aerobics.

For me, it is getting to the root cause of why I abused food. Every time I put something into my mouth, I try to understand the reasons. If I understand why I turn to food then I don't have to do actions which may cause me harm, whether that be gambling, alcohol, shopping, sex ... fill in the blank.

Cross-over addictions are real and I believe, for me, the only way I can prevent further behaviors which are not in my best self interest, is to understand why I turn to food when I am not really hungry.

Thank you PdxMan, good advice!