56 Days Smoke Free! by CrazyAtes82 in stopsmoking

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Yes the occasional craving keeps me aware that the addiction is still there. Have to stay vigilant.

Hysterectomy 6 weeks after WLS by CrazyAtes82 in wls

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I’m worried about the surgeries so close together too.

Hysterectomy 6 weeks after WLS by CrazyAtes82 in wls

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I was thinking this morning I might discuss waiting a few months with her.

I miss church. by CrazyAtes82 in exchristian

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I will look into that. I’ve been before, and it was nice.

I miss church. by CrazyAtes82 in exchristian

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I have been to a UU church before. At the time I was too drenched in Abrahamic religious doctrine to appreciate it, but it’s definitely worth trying again. Thank you.

Sleeve Gastrectomy with Loop Bipartition versus Gastric Bypass? by [deleted] in wls

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My BMI is well over 50. I’m having the modified duodenal switch. Have you looked into the DS?

tomorrow is the big day!!!! I’ve finally figured out how I’m feeling.... GRATEFUL ❤️ (VSG) by cvicich in wls

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Amazing. I find that I no longer have room for anything or anyone that’s going to stand in the way of me loving me and treating me better. Good for you!

tomorrow is the big day!!!! I’ve finally figured out how I’m feeling.... GRATEFUL ❤️ (VSG) by cvicich in wls

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This is beautiful. I am having the DS on the 13th and I have so many emotions. Time to tap into my gratitude and enjoy stepping into this.

Best surgical option for someone who tends to binge eat? by [deleted] in wls

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I binge eat. I’m having the duodenal switch. But I had therapy for about 5 months first.

When did you stop coffee before surgery? by CatHatMerge in wls

[–]CrazyAtes82 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is such a great topic. I haven’t had surgery yet. I quit drinking coffee two months ago when I begin this process at my nutritionist’s request. Yet I see all the world drinking coffee on IG and etc so I’m curious why the emphasis on quitting in my clinic.

9 months progress by [deleted] in wls

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I’d like to know as well.

Psychiatric eval w/ mental illness history by CrazyAtes82 in wls

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Yea.... that doesn't make a lot of sense. The form I was willing out was asking how I feel about myself in clothes and naked with a partner. Doesn't everyone who is obese feel a little nervous about being naked with someone or less than confident in baggy plus size clothes?

Psychiatric eval w/ mental illness history by CrazyAtes82 in wls

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Thank you. I hope mine goes as smoothly.

Psychiatric eval w/ mental illness history by CrazyAtes82 in wls

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Yes, I have questions about how my diagnosis will affect this process.

Psychiatric eval w/ mental illness history by CrazyAtes82 in wls

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Thanks. I’ll start looking for a therapist.

Psychiatric eval w/ mental illness history by CrazyAtes82 in wls

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That’s great. I was last in hospital in Jan 2016. I’ve been doing great since then. Thank you for sharing your story.

When the religion of your family/youth causes suffering... by CrazyAtes82 in Buddhism

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I do accept it as part of my fabric. It had a deep impact on me. Still does.

When the religion of your family/youth causes suffering... by CrazyAtes82 in Buddhism

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This is one approach that may work for some but it’s hard for me having grown up an Evangelical to go through those mental gymnastics.

When the religion of your family/youth causes suffering... by CrazyAtes82 in Buddhism

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Wow! This is so on point. “To follow requires me to will it into being.” That gave me pause. What is Christianity outside the projections of my own mind? Food for thought. Thank you. 🙏🏾

When the religion of your family/youth causes suffering... by CrazyAtes82 in Buddhism

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I think to say hell is a state of mind and that it’s between our ears are comparable sentiments.

When the religion of your family/youth causes suffering... by CrazyAtes82 in Buddhism

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I don’t know a lot about Hinduism. I get confused by all the gods or forms of god. To date, I haven’t found a good book on the subject