Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Post-Op: Emotional Eating

[Kellawanda]

Wow girl....I started watching all your new videos recently, this is my first time watching an old one and what a change youve made! Watch this video, and remind yourself of how far youve come....not just physically but mentally and emotionally as well :)

[slinkyminnxy]

donna i had bypass but i still crave food im 11 weeks post op and i am so sick of feeling hungry when i do eat i cannot eat much but that doesnt stop the craving it and im so worried i will put weight on im so scared your great dee uk x

[shewulfwyn]

Hi, I just found your videos and am in the process for RNY myself. This video touched me. I am an emotional eater myself and plan to look for that book. Hugs to you. Thanks for sharing yourself with us.

[C17H21NO]

Aw, you crying made me cry too! I know how you feel, quite well. It's nice to see how far you've come though!

[Stupedama]

If you only knew how this video speaks to me... And it breaks my heart to see you cry. Have seen this video before, but wanted to see it again. It is a strong one. And you are so brave to put it all out there. Take care of you!

Best wishes! :)

[sixxmoongirl]

P.S. I´m emotional eater too :S

[dlatreset]

Wow. Your family sounds deep. Have you seen a movie called "Stewart Saves His Family?" They sound a lot like the family in that movie. We can all identify with that on some level. Thanks for sharing with us.

[Journey2betrhealth]

I wish we lived closer! You deserve to be happy and you are doing what's right for you!!

You go girl!! You will be so much happier and better for facing this. It's their loss! I'm sorry for that. ((((HUGS)))) You are loved!

Donna

[BeTheBestMe]

Aww thank you so much! I would LOVE to be your neighbor! I am much happier on a day to day basis but every so often it sneaks up on me and I have a good cry. I think it is cleansing :)

[slinkyminnxy]

@BeTheBestMe come to the uk hun you would be welcome xx dee uk xx

[youwantgeek]

I'm sorry to hear about your lack of support and your family issues. I want you to know I think it's great that you live your own life and seek support that is unconditional. You are worth the best kind of support and you definitely shouldn't settle for less. If you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me! Even if you're just having a bad day.

[BeTheBestMe]

You are so kind. Thank you so much; it really means a lot :)

[britbrad38]

we are here for you when you need it, and you are better than what anyone can think, so yeah be yourself, take care

[BeTheBestMe]

Thank you! You are such a sweatheart! I hope it helps other people who are struggling with unsupportive people in their lives.

[waskiewiczrn]

I think this was a very good cleansing video for you. It's good to "get it out" sometimes. I think a lot of us have been emotional eaters all our lives. Fortunately, this surgery can help us overcome those habits.

Dena

[BeTheBestMe]

It was a truly cleansing thing to unload this into my video diary. I really hope it helps others open up and be honest about the hard things that effect their lives :)

[winelover215]

Friends are the family we got to choose. Find some great friends out of work. Go to support group. Your family may or may not come around. You can't control or worry about it. Make your life what you want it to be. Your on your way by chosing surgery. Good for you! Hey check this book out too: The Taming of the Chew: A Holistic Guide to Stopping Compulsive Eating. Very good. Cheers! Tom

[BeTheBestMe]

You are absolutly right. My heart still breaks when I see other peoples happy familys. It's hard to get past that hurt but I know one day it will be a faint memory and I will be living large and laughing often with my chosen family :) Thank you for the kind words and book recommendation - I will give it a shot!

[donnabgood827]

Wow I have the same type of family & it hurts. When my husband & I moved out of state my parents/family had a fit. They told me that I would move back within 1 year & I've been living in Idaho for almost 18 years. I'm very independent & my family hates that about me. You hang in there...you're a sweetheart & I wish I could give you a hug!!!

[BeTheBestMe]

It is so good to meet someone else who has the same frustration. It is such a shame that our familys are missing out on our lives. Hopefully one day they will remove their heads from their bottoms. If not, I like the option of chosen family; the friends who bring us the joy and happiness that we are missing :)

[ladyblue3]

Thank you for sharing that book. I've been dealing with some emotional eating lately and it's been so hard to get a handle on and it takes me forever to figure out why I'm really eating. I too am filling an emotional void and while I like to deny it, all signs point to one family member.I'm sorry you're feeling this way and feeling alone.I wish there was something I could do or say to make it all better.You're deserving of every happiness and love and I'm glad you know that. Peace and love, MJ

[BeTheBestMe]

You are so kind. Thank you! I hope you enjoy the book! I agree, we all deserve all of the best life has to offer and no one should deny us of our God given right :)

[2BeAHealthyMe]

First off, baby sis, you are WAY better than good enough! I have personal experience with a family member being unhealthy with regards to how they love others, including me. Very damaging to one's self worth. Then there's the magical thinking that maybe they are changing and Bam!they say or do something that pulls the rug out from under you. Too early in your physical and emotional recovery to be around these toxic people. Your "family" needs to be people who in word and deed love you.-Deb

[BeTheBestMe]

You are such a sweet heart :) Man, I was an emotional wreck that first week home. You are so right about toxic people, they have no place in the recovery process. Thanks for being a good "big sis" - thank you so much for that :)