Marella

Hi Nexxus, welcome to Thinner Times.

You made a great statement: Once that crutch is disabled, what else is there?

Be aware that a situation known as addiction transfer exists for surgically slim persons. If one has an unhealthy relationship with food now and is not aware of these addictions, if not addressed, ones addictions may continue post-op. If one struggles post-op, it is important that one considers therapy before a new addiction takes hold.

I've read that the best success post-op where addiction pre-op was a problem is that people post-op became addicted to life and activity rather than alcohol, gambling, shopping, or drugs. Since food was a comfort pre-op, and yes, it was mine, I must make healthy choices in what gives me comfort post-op.

It's not always easy. I work from home. I must keep all contraband foods out of my house in order not to fall back into old habits. But for comfort now, I take a walk. I live in a rural area - a nice leisurely walk with my dog, being outside, communing with nature and neighbors, always knowing that a short time ago, I couldn't walk 10 feet without back pain, knee pain, foot pain, and losing breath, is my ultimate comfort.

Oh, THAT and bubble baths! because now, getting in and out of the bathtub is a piece of sugar-free cake...

Oh, THAT and a movie! because now, I can fit into the theater seats...

Oh, THAT and bowling! because now, I have an activity I can share with my son...

etc.

Make a list of what you look forward to, and focus on those changes. Become addicted to life and living.

BTW: your dietitian is spot on!

All my best,

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~ Marella


Day 77: TTwo-terville - 53 lbs down
Day 188: Century Club - 100 lbs down
Day 366: 1 Year - 146 lbs down
Day 396: One-derland - 153 lbs gone forever! (my pic progression)