Hi everyone! I hope this message finds everyone well, So I’m starting my liquid diet tomorrow for my surgery next week! I’m super excited and very nervous at the same time. I been waiting for this moment for over 6 months. First thing first my stats I’m 5’5 and weigh 268 and unfortunately due to my weight I have some health complications. So my main reason for this VSG surgery is to become more healthy so I can live a healthy lifestyle not only for myself but for my family. Anyone one else getting surgery next week? And any advice from anyone on how you managed your nerves that has already had VSG would be great. Thanks in advance ?

Well wishes in advance ❤

I have surgery on monday the21st started my liquid diet monday

I'd be worried if you didn't have the jitters. Someone the other day on this forum talked about embarking on a laundry marathon and watching the holy crap out of Netflix. Those are just examples. Is there a hobby or something you like that you'd enjoy focusing on for a few days? You could always spend your time creating a LIST of things you'd do if you could.? Journal a bit. Put your jittery words on paper so later you can ask yourself, "Why was I so dang nervous. That was a piece of cake!".

One super important thing. Don't forget to take a good BEFORE picture of yourself during this pre-surgery time. You'll be grateful to yourself later. Cheese!

Start a Journal! Although I have been lax about it lately as i have been really busy. For weeks before my surgery up to about a month after i wrote everything in a journal. It helped me express my feelings, worries and successes through each day both pre op and post op. I also have a weight loss thermometer next to my desk on the wall, where every Monday i come to work and update it from the week before.. ( in different pretty colors LOL). It has really helped me see where i was to where i am going. ALso the before and after pics are great idea!

Thank you all for your feedback! I’m picking up a journal today and I’m starting to feel better about getting this VSG!

My surgery is scheduled for the 23rd also! I keep going from nervous to excited and back to nervous. Had my pre-op at the hospital today and I am super excited!

Be a Warrior always, not a Worrier. Worry saps the strengths you need to complete your joyrneym