Motivation

[Alyssabvh 4]

I am currently doing my pre op requirements and am on month 3 out of 6. Any tips on staying motivated I am down 28lbs so far with a requirement of only 17lbs before surgery

[ShoppGirl 3,397]

Are you able to fit into a smaller size, maybe. Shopping for. Smaller size and knowing that it’s just a matter of time before you get to shop for more really soon may help (even if it’s a thrift store since they won’t fit for long). Also There is a post about non scale victories that will give you a lot to look forward to. But biggest thing if you haven’t thought agout it already is to think about why you are doing the surgery to start with. A non scale goal of sorts.

[BlondePatriotInCDA 230]

1 hour ago, Alyssabvh said:

I am currently doing my pre op requirements and am on month 3 out of 6. Any tips on staying motivated I am down 28lbs so far with a requirement of only 17lbs before surgery

I'd read the posts on "non-scale victories" lots of motivation there! I also taped one of the very few pictures of myself to the mirror. Seeing the difference and why I was doing it helped.

[Alyssabvh 4]

Thank you I will check it out

[BeanitoDiego 122]

For me, the changes in the way that I began feeling physically were motivating. I felt lighter and more ease of movement in the world. I liked seeing more of my natural jawline in the mirror. There was a spark that really wanted to see how far I could go on this path, and I am pleased as punch to be where I am at today!

[Alyssabvh 4]

Thank you for this! I have noticed that I’ve had more energy lately than ever and have felt excitement for the first time thinking about how far I can go! At the moment I am feeling highly motivated

[NickelChip 734]

I found preop motivation in making some basic dietary changes. Trying new recipes and getting into good habits was a good motivator, and I did that with a friend so we could talk about what was working for us. I also took on some projects to help me prepare, such as cleaning out my pantry, freezer, and fridge. I threw away junk food and stopped buying replacements for that, and tried to cook through the food options on hand that were "okay for now" but not what I would be eating after surgery. I bought some bariatric cookbooks, and I also started implementing the changes recommended in the Pound of Cure book from Dr. Matthew Weiner. And I watched all of his and Dr. John Pilcher's videos on YouTube, plus started watching several gastric bypass vlogs. Plus reading all the posts here to see what other people experienced. It really helped make the time go by, especially as I ended up with a 2-month delay from my original date that was so frustrating.

[Alyssabvh 4]

Unfortunately none of my friends need a vsg lol but my family is very supportive seeing my clothes get baggy has been a great motivation as well as the compliments I have received I will look into the books and videos u have recommended I also follow a few people on tiktok who are in their preop phase as well

[SleeveToBypass2023 1,841]

I agree with @BlondePatriotInCDA. Definitely check out the NSV thread. That's what got me through when I was needing motivation or when I needed to get through stalls and feeling frustrated.

[Spinoza 1,194]

Wow a 6 month prep seems so long. Hard to stay motivated, I totally agree.

You're clearly eating what you should be because you've lost more than you need for your surgeon.

Honestly if I had a 6 month run into surgery I would have accelerated my adherence to the programme in the 6 or 8 weeks before the date itself.

Agree with the others - Celebrate your non scale victories (although you totally have scale victories too)! Look at where you are now compared to where you were 3 months ago. And then visualise where you will be once you have your surgery.

It's hard to stick to any eating plan for 6 months. I wish you all the best.