So, I was down a solid 40 pounds in 6 weeks. Awesome. I've had lots of complications, still having swallowing issues, but I've been walking daily now and I know I'm keeping my calories down and I probably am NOT getting in enough protein. But that aside I was typically dropping a pound a day, at least most days. Since June 12th, 16 days ago, I've not lost a single pound! I've gained 2!

I read postings on here that this is a simple stall and it will pass and I appreciate having access to all of you for support. However this is freaking me out!

How long are theses stalls typically for all of you? I know "we are all different" but how long do these last for most of us?

On 8/26/2017 at 10:57 AM, JohnnyCakes said:

oh, you must have misunderstood me. there was no sarcasm intended.

Jonnycakes!!!! what the heck is wrong with me? I know it sounds strange that I've dwelled on this, and yes, I should focus on having more a of a life, rather than dwelling on a random comment from a stranger!!! I read another post on this site where a guy got completely reamed for his very honest and sincere post that an entire group of people took out of context. When did we all get so sensitive? Ridiculous!

So I'd like to apologize for my slight snarky response. I hope you are a great day.

2 hours ago, neon07734 said:

Jonnycakes!!!! what the heck is wrong with me? I know it sounds strange that I've dwelled on this, and yes, I should focus on having more a of a life, rather than dwelling on a random comment from a stranger!!! I read another post on this site where a guy got completely reamed for his very honest and sincere post that an entire group of people took out of context. When did we all get so sensitive? Ridiculous!

So I'd like to apologize for my slight snarky response. I hope you are a great day.

i AM a great day.

Update: Those dam stalls are terrible. Knowing they can hang on for a month or better sucks. But they don't last forever. I've been losing, just slower than I hoped for. I walk 2 to 3 miles daily and it does bother me that the weight is coming off slowly, but looking back it's clear that it's at least going in the right direction.

I finally fell into the one-derland mark at 197 last week. I haven't been under 200 pounds in over 20 years.

So for anyone that is stalling, be patient. The surgery will work and give you the result you hope for. Just don't give up. Don't compare yourself to others out here either. Hang in there.