Guest guest Posted January 13, 2004 Report Share Posted January 13, 2004 I think there are alot of people that do think that surgery is the easy way out and many of these people are obese. As I saw on Oprah's show, the woman that filmed her diary was in turmoil. I really don't think she had a clue as to what she would have to change, learn, give up, etc. I don't mean to sound calas but it's a reality of this whole process to be able to take these challenges we have faced each day with eating issues and stress then more eating, satisfaction, etc. and turn them around for the process to succeed. So many people think that if they have surgery it's going to solve all their problems and guess what, there's a bunch that end up attempting to end their lives even though they have become that 'thin' person. What happens is they don't realize it's NOT brain surgery. All the mental baggage we've held on to over the many many years in being fat and living fat from childhood through adulthood, all the fears, name calling, being ignored, and all that is something that doesn't go away. We need to learn to deal with it. This is why so many people remain on anti-depression drugs or in therapy as it does help them deal with the baggage. Surgery is only a physical fix that requires our mentality to navigate us through life. Some things Dr. Phil says makes since and I do hope he gets through to those folks who think it is a quick and easy way out. Those are the people that shouldn't have surgery. You've got to understand how your body works, how it will react and how to deal with the changes and live with it all. I have to thank my family and friends for being supportive in my diet practices over the years. I truely believe that if I had not taken the last 2 years before surgery and practiced and lived on Atkins, Somersize and generally low carb high protien maintenence, I would be a totally different statistic. Following these programs helped me to understand the physical balances of insulin, sugar, carbos, protien and all general nutrition. So, by the time I did have surgery, I was ready to take it on, and just continue the programs I had learned. I don't crave sugar, got over that 2 years ago. I don't desire rice and breads... got over that too. The biggest problem I do have is the portion size which the surgery really changed and I've adapted to that easily. As they say, it's not for everyone, but it was a good choice for me........ ORNY 4/28/03 283/186/130 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2004 Report Share Posted January 13, 2004 I think there are alot of people that do think that surgery is the easy way out and many of these people are obese. As I saw on Oprah's show, the woman that filmed her diary was in turmoil. I really don't think she had a clue as to what she would have to change, learn, give up, etc. I don't mean to sound calas but it's a reality of this whole process to be able to take these challenges we have faced each day with eating issues and stress then more eating, satisfaction, etc. and turn them around for the process to succeed. So many people think that if they have surgery it's going to solve all their problems and guess what, there's a bunch that end up attempting to end their lives even though they have become that 'thin' person. What happens is they don't realize it's NOT brain surgery. All the mental baggage we've held on to over the many many years in being fat and living fat from childhood through adulthood, all the fears, name calling, being ignored, and all that is something that doesn't go away. We need to learn to deal with it. This is why so many people remain on anti-depression drugs or in therapy as it does help them deal with the baggage. Surgery is only a physical fix that requires our mentality to navigate us through life. Some things Dr. Phil says makes since and I do hope he gets through to those folks who think it is a quick and easy way out. Those are the people that shouldn't have surgery. You've got to understand how your body works, how it will react and how to deal with the changes and live with it all. I have to thank my family and friends for being supportive in my diet practices over the years. I truely believe that if I had not taken the last 2 years before surgery and practiced and lived on Atkins, Somersize and generally low carb high protien maintenence, I would be a totally different statistic. Following these programs helped me to understand the physical balances of insulin, sugar, carbos, protien and all general nutrition. So, by the time I did have surgery, I was ready to take it on, and just continue the programs I had learned. I don't crave sugar, got over that 2 years ago. I don't desire rice and breads... got over that too. The biggest problem I do have is the portion size which the surgery really changed and I've adapted to that easily. As they say, it's not for everyone, but it was a good choice for me........ ORNY 4/28/03 283/186/130 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2004 Report Share Posted January 13, 2004 , I agree with you. I spent so much time and energy trying to change my bad habits into good ones prior to even considering surgery, that the transition was a challenge but easily overcome. Just one little talk with myself to remind me of my decision and goals. Not to say that this is easy, cuz, it is not. What I can say though is by following every rule and being compliant I have not had a problem. Not even dumping. I am getting all of my fluids, protein and vitamins. I had surgery 12-23-03 and feel that I am doing spectacular. I will return to work tomorrow and I hope that I can continue getting my nutrition. Till later. Stef General thoughts I think there are alot of people that do think that surgery is the easy way out and many of these people are obese. As I saw on Oprah's show, the woman that filmed her diary was in turmoil. I really don't think she had a clue as to what she would have to change, learn, give up, etc. I don't mean to sound calas but it's a reality of this whole process to be able to take these challenges we have faced each day with eating issues and stress then more eating, satisfaction, etc. and turn them around for the process to succeed. So many people think that if they have surgery it's going to solve all their problems and guess what, there's a bunch that end up attempting to end their lives even though they have become that 'thin' person. What happens is they don't realize it's NOT brain surgery. All the mental baggage we've held on to over the many many years in being fat and living fat from childhood through adulthood, all the fears, name calling, being ignored, and all that is something that doesn't go away. We need to learn to deal with it. This is why so many people remain on anti-depression drugs or in therapy as it does help them deal with the baggage. Surgery is only a physical fix that requires our mentality to navigate us through life. Some things Dr. Phil says makes since and I do hope he gets through to those folks who think it is a quick and easy way out. Those are the people that shouldn't have surgery. You've got to understand how your body works, how it will react and how to deal with the changes and live with it all. I have to thank my family and friends for being supportive in my diet practices over the years. I truely believe that if I had not taken the last 2 years before surgery and practiced and lived on Atkins, Somersize and generally low carb high protien maintenence, I would be a totally different statistic. Following these programs helped me to understand the physical balances of insulin, sugar, carbos, protien and all general nutrition. So, by the time I did have surgery, I was ready to take it on, and just continue the programs I had learned. I don't crave sugar, got over that 2 years ago. I don't desire rice and breads... got over that too. The biggest problem I do have is the portion size which the surgery really changed and I've adapted to that easily. As they say, it's not for everyone, but it was a good choice for me........ ORNY 4/28/03 283/186/130 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2004 Report Share Posted January 13, 2004 , I agree with you. I spent so much time and energy trying to change my bad habits into good ones prior to even considering surgery, that the transition was a challenge but easily overcome. Just one little talk with myself to remind me of my decision and goals. Not to say that this is easy, cuz, it is not. What I can say though is by following every rule and being compliant I have not had a problem. Not even dumping. I am getting all of my fluids, protein and vitamins. I had surgery 12-23-03 and feel that I am doing spectacular. I will return to work tomorrow and I hope that I can continue getting my nutrition. Till later. Stef General thoughts I think there are alot of people that do think that surgery is the easy way out and many of these people are obese. As I saw on Oprah's show, the woman that filmed her diary was in turmoil. I really don't think she had a clue as to what she would have to change, learn, give up, etc. I don't mean to sound calas but it's a reality of this whole process to be able to take these challenges we have faced each day with eating issues and stress then more eating, satisfaction, etc. and turn them around for the process to succeed. So many people think that if they have surgery it's going to solve all their problems and guess what, there's a bunch that end up attempting to end their lives even though they have become that 'thin' person. What happens is they don't realize it's NOT brain surgery. All the mental baggage we've held on to over the many many years in being fat and living fat from childhood through adulthood, all the fears, name calling, being ignored, and all that is something that doesn't go away. We need to learn to deal with it. This is why so many people remain on anti-depression drugs or in therapy as it does help them deal with the baggage. Surgery is only a physical fix that requires our mentality to navigate us through life. Some things Dr. Phil says makes since and I do hope he gets through to those folks who think it is a quick and easy way out. Those are the people that shouldn't have surgery. You've got to understand how your body works, how it will react and how to deal with the changes and live with it all. I have to thank my family and friends for being supportive in my diet practices over the years. I truely believe that if I had not taken the last 2 years before surgery and practiced and lived on Atkins, Somersize and generally low carb high protien maintenence, I would be a totally different statistic. Following these programs helped me to understand the physical balances of insulin, sugar, carbos, protien and all general nutrition. So, by the time I did have surgery, I was ready to take it on, and just continue the programs I had learned. I don't crave sugar, got over that 2 years ago. I don't desire rice and breads... got over that too. The biggest problem I do have is the portion size which the surgery really changed and I've adapted to that easily. As they say, it's not for everyone, but it was a good choice for me........ ORNY 4/28/03 283/186/130 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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