I did a brave thing.

[suzannethemom]

I did a brave thing. I just changed my profile picture to an actual photo of myself. I have NEVER done this. I don’t use my actual photo anywhere. I use my dog, my baby photo, anything but my face. I hate having my picture taken. Every night for the past few weeks since I’ve decided to get WLS, I lay in bed and rehearse my answer to the question “Why do you want the surgery?” One answer that pops into my head is that I want to be in a photo without feeling shame. For decades, I have hidden in the back or behind someone or just not be in the photo at all (most preferred). It’s sad that I let my body image get in the way of making memories. I want to be brave and stand right in front with a big smile. That is one of my goals.

 

[Roni]

I too have been avoiding the camera. Yes it is the shame of what I became. Even though I have lost considerable weight the camera is not my friend. I give you many blessings and stars for putting your photo here.

 

[JudyNY]

It's so great to be able to see a picture of you! Wait until you get to the point of before and after pictures. Something you will be very proud of!!

 

[suzannethemom]

It's so great to be able to see a picture of you! Wait until you get to the point of before and after pictures. Something you will be very proud of!!

I was just thinking about BEFORE photos and how to do it. How much do I really want to show? A sports bra and workout shorts? Eek! I like seeing those revealing photos of other people, but I don’t know. Maybe a tank top and shorts is revealing enough.

 

[MANDY2910]

I can’t remember the last time I looked in the mirror without purposefully looking at only my hair so I could fix it. I can’t remember the last photo I was in. I get so upset at people when they have their phones out and are taking pictures around me. My instinct is always to tell them “you better not be taking a picture of me!”. I make sure no one is around if I have to shower or change clothes. I can’t wait for my before picture, but I don’t know if I want to see it before time has passed and I have had surgery. I am proud of you for your bravery. A picture is when we show our vulnerability I think. I am working toward the same. It’s not an easy step

 

[JudyNY]

I was just thinking about BEFORE photos and how to do it. How much do I really want to show? A sports bra and workout shorts? Eek! I like seeing those revealing photos of other people, but I don’t know. Maybe a tank top and shorts is revealing enough.

No need to share anything revealing although you might want to have those for your own reference.

 

[suzannethemom]

No need to share anything revealing although you might want to have those for your own reference.

Allow me to clarify! Revealing as in my stomach area and my back. Nothing X-rated for Pete's sake!

 

[3momchaos]

My before photo is just me next to my kids. They’re cropped out of the photo. Just an average, nothing special picture.

 

[JudyNY]

Allow me to clarify! Revealing as in my stomach area and my back. Nothing X-rated for Pete's sake!

I wasn't thinking you were going x-rated, LOL. But some do post in their swimsuits but that isn't necessary. You'd be amazed how different a head shot can look after this surgery.