Question:
Has your attitude changed since your WLS?
Have you noticed a change in your own attitude? How has it changed for the better? — yourdivaness (posted on February 28, 2003)
February 28, 2003
Hi thought I would op on in and post, yes I think my attitude has changed,
I no longer take 2nd best of anything, I just don't settle at all. I also
speak my mind when something bothers me I let them know, wether it's at
work or at home, before WLS I belive I was run-over big time, I'd settle
just for anything, wouldn't complain, and never spoke my mind, how-ever I
am now just the opposite. It's funny I think the world changes you as well,
when you have WLS, people look at you under a different light. There are
allot of fat prejudice people out there.. I see it all the time, Even
though I may have changed, I still know here my roots are and where I
started from. Hugs to everyone
Post op 9 months down 125 pounds.
— tannedtigress
February 28, 2003
Very good question, I beleive I am still the same person just in a thinner
body. However, I am not so defensive or apt to show anger or toughness,
let me try to explain this lol..when i was heavier I was more apt to jump
up and speak my mind as if I had to prove to people that I maybe fat but I
have something to say and your gonna hear it! Where is now, I still speak
my mind but I am more calm about it, more selective, I dont have to prove
anything because I can be heard and not judged for my weight, does that
make any sense at all? I am much more confident and happier, I glow on the
inside and outside!
— Deanna Wise
February 28, 2003
Yes, a significant attitude change! I am happy now. Before WLS, I was a
sad, depressed person who did not like myself and hid from the world as
much as possible, turning to my junk food for comfort and to make up for
the lack of self-worth I felt. Today, I am not only happy, I am full of
self-esteem and confidence, and darn it, I look good! Happy, happy,
happy....
— Cindy R.
February 28, 2003
hehehe! you go cindy!!! :) i couldnt agree more! i feel the same, much more
confident now, happy and it really shows, when a person feels better about
themselves, it really shines through for the world to see! :)
— carrie M.
February 28, 2003
I'm so much more confident and happy. I actually have a self-esteem now-
and it's a good one! Things are going great, and being able to do more
things with my friends and family is the best feeling in the world. I will
never forget where I came from though and what it took to get me here! :)
— Lezlie Y.
February 28, 2003
I had my surgery at the end of December, and although I don't notice a
change in my attitude, people tell me that I glow, and I have been promoted
in my job because of my apparent newfound confidence.
— thekatinthehat
February 28, 2003
I'm only 2-1/2 weeks out and don't feel any different, yet people tell me
that I have a new look on my face. The only thing I can think of for this
is that I now have hope for better health and a better life.
— Bonnie B.
February 28, 2003
I'm about 10 months post op and near goal weight. I've worked for AT&T
for 13 years and shortly after my WLS I was promoted to management then 4
months after that the center I worked in was closed and I now find myself
being laid-off. My last day of work will be on 03/14/03. Good news is I'm
going to pursue a career in nursing, which is something I've always wanted
to do. I start nursing school on 03/17/03. There's no way I'd be able to
handle these rather drastic life changes if it hadn't been for the WLS.
Yes, my attitude has changed greatly for the better. When I was morbidly
obese it was all I could do just to make through my day. I hurt all over
and took frequent naps, but now I have tons of energy and feel I can
conquer anything. Thank God for WLS. (open, non-transected, distal RNY on
05/07/02, pre-op 263lbs 5'6'', current weight 155lbs)
— Kelly S.
February 28, 2003
Oh yes...ENERGY, self confidence, a bounce in my step and a GLOW on my
face. It was always there, just 'hidden'. This is the fun stage where
EVERYONE notices and makes you feel so special (the center of everyone's
attention). I just plain feel good about myself.
Oh and did I mention...NO hair? hahahahaha Just kidding. Well, sort of.
;)
— Ginger M.
March 2, 2003
OMG..I am still pre-op (4/16/03 date), but KNOW there will be a dramatic
change. How can there not be? Now I spend free time sleeping, on short
outings, doing things that don't take much time or exercise. Afterward, I
plan on getting back to my old self...LONG walks, lots of outdoor
activities, being around others and not worrying about being the biggest
one around.
I remember losing weight in the past and how just a few pounds makes you
feel better...now imagine losing 100+. OMG...I can't wait.
— Diane S.
March 3, 2003
There's definately an attitude change. You become a LOT more bold and
don't really care what people think of your comments (right or wrong). At
least that's what I've noticed!!
— Patty H.
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