So I rarely post, but had to share here...
DS was 4/29/13. SW 270. LW 137 at a year post op. Enjoyed being “little” and “tiny” for a year or so. Also suffered a bit of body dysmorphia, as I actually looked unhealthy, and was embarrassed to see people for a while. On top of this, suffered severe professional trauma, lost my job of 30 years, ( that’s a story for another day), and consequently endured an emotional breakdown. Treatment included heavy duty antidepressants, which, of course, resulted in about 40 pound regain.
Flash forward five years, I am happier than ever, and thriving in a whole new career. My life is incredible. I am off the heavy duty meds, and have accepted the regain. I have carbs if I feel like it, never step on the scale, just know I feel better if I don’t indulge. I’m pleased when I accidentally catch a glimpse of myself in the mirror.
So here’s the NSV: for my entire professional career I wore scrubs. As big as 3X and as small as S. In my new career I have to dress for work. I was recently promoted in a job I never dreamed existed. As I drove home today, I thought how different my life would be if I was still 270 pounds. I believe part of the reason I’ve been so successful in this position is that I can dress business casual and not think twice about it. I remember how painful clothes used to be. Physically and emotionally.
It’s been quite a journey! But here I am. And I’m happy
DS was 4/29/13. SW 270. LW 137 at a year post op. Enjoyed being “little” and “tiny” for a year or so. Also suffered a bit of body dysmorphia, as I actually looked unhealthy, and was embarrassed to see people for a while. On top of this, suffered severe professional trauma, lost my job of 30 years, ( that’s a story for another day), and consequently endured an emotional breakdown. Treatment included heavy duty antidepressants, which, of course, resulted in about 40 pound regain.
Flash forward five years, I am happier than ever, and thriving in a whole new career. My life is incredible. I am off the heavy duty meds, and have accepted the regain. I have carbs if I feel like it, never step on the scale, just know I feel better if I don’t indulge. I’m pleased when I accidentally catch a glimpse of myself in the mirror.
So here’s the NSV: for my entire professional career I wore scrubs. As big as 3X and as small as S. In my new career I have to dress for work. I was recently promoted in a job I never dreamed existed. As I drove home today, I thought how different my life would be if I was still 270 pounds. I believe part of the reason I’ve been so successful in this position is that I can dress business casual and not think twice about it. I remember how painful clothes used to be. Physically and emotionally.
It’s been quite a journey! But here I am. And I’m happy