Why is everybody telling me I don't need weight loss surgery all I need to do is exercise and control my eating habits. They are really getting on my nerves and making me feel guilty for wanting to do this.

Donna, there will be those that can't understand what we go through, like we never thought of their brilliant insight. It's ok to let them think or say what they want...however, you are doing this for you and not them. Also, it is a tool for long term success and not an overnight miracle cure.

We still need to excercize, we still need to make better food/nutritional choices, surgery just helps us eat less. I think as you move along in this journey, and they see the commitment you are putting forth in this lifestyle change, they will have a greater understanding.

Keep strong, you've got this!

Why is everybody telling me I don't need weight loss surgery all I need to do is exercise and control my eating habits. They are really getting on my nerves and making me feel guilty for wanting to do this.

They don't understand.
No one knows what it's like to live in your body.
Personally, if I could do it without surgery I would.
The surgery is only a tool, you still have to make healthy choices and exercise.
The surgery is not a shortcut or a quick fix, it is merely a tool.
Do what is best for you.

My experience is not to tell people cause you will get judged. Obesity is a disease and sometimes as with heart disease surgery is required...some people can treat their disease with diet but sometimes surgery is required to help the body release extra weight. Do what is right for you. You will be eating normal after a year. Take the opportunity to lose the weight in the one year and improve your health.

People can be self centred jerks and have only their best interests in mind. They get jealous. Ignore the haters and if they don't like it- tough luck.