Hello. I was just sleeved on August 4th and things seem to be going well overall.

I have lost 16 lbs pre-op and 5 lbs post-op.... though I am thankful for the 5 lbs post-op I am starting to struggle with thoughts and fears.

I have seen a lot of helpful info and hear many share their story/experience and it does help, BUT one additional issue I deal with in general is I have an anxiety disorder and sometimes that seems to amplify the thoughts and fears that I am dealing with. =(

I want so much to be successful in my weight loss journey, I have struggled so very long with many obstacles in the way that have prevented me from having any success (in the past). I am trying not to look at the #s right now, but it is difficult. It is difficult and a back and forth battle of being thankful for what I have already lost, (something I haven't been able to do in over 4 years) and wanting to have more success and lose so much more than I have.

I know that everyone's battles are different and I know not to measure my journey the same way... but I just needed to reach out and share from my heart because I am struggling and if I didn't voice this out and continued to hold this in, I know it would continue to overwhelm me.

Don't worry! You will lose weight. There is no way you can't lose weight if you follow the rules, of Protein first, veggies, then fruit and good carbs if you have room.

If you eat around your sleeve, eating candy and chips and things, that changes everything.

The first year is known as the honeymoonn period, so take advantage of it and stay away from things you know are trigger foods for you, once you are past the post op diet.

Hang in there! I understand the anxiety. I used to scour these boards...looking at losses, similar stats, comparing myself to others. It drove me crazy! I would have good months and months where I found myself so disappointed.

But, I am learning along the way about moderation with mindful eating and incorporating fitness into my daily routine. Things I never did before. This journey is so much more than just weight loss. It's about finding a good, healthily balance in your life.

Like Oregondaisy said, follow the rules and you will be a success.

Hang in there...you've got this

Thank you both so very much. I agree this journey is so much more than weight loss, it truly is a chance for better life, and more quality of life.... which is what initially made me choose to move forward with this... I am still happy about my choice, I will continue on...

Thank you for reaching back with encouragement, it truly does help and is appreciated. =)