The dangers of magical thinking by: Suzette Kroll Barancik, RD)
Michele, I'm struck by the wisdom you've gained. In your last sentence, I read acceptance and appreciation in your words, despite what you've been through. I'm happy you've been able to get to that place.
I'm struck by something in your first paragraph as well, where you imagined weight loss surgery the answer to your prayers. I notice, as you must, how simple it all seemed to you.
I think we can agree there's nothing simple about WLS. Even if the surgery goes well - as yours didn't - people who have it are going to experience some rather extreme lifestyle changes.
If it were a miracle, there wouldn't be people standing over you in masks and cutting open your body!
Thanks for helping everyone see that no form of weight loss surgery is to be taken lightly.
