I am about a month and a half post op, and I am also in my 3rd week of my first year of college and I also play sports. I have informed all of my coaches of my situation but I am still worried about pushing myself too hard I try to drink as much as I can all day. It’s just difficult dealing with sadness from being away from home and still all the emotions from surgery it’s difficult trying to keep them in check. I’m also afraid of gaining weight back because college food isn’t always the best for bariatric patients.
sadness and anxiety
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Brenda2010
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Wow, lots of changes all happening at once. Do you have someone to talk to like a counselor or friend you can call? It must feel so overwhelming now but you'll get through this rough patch. Keep reminding yourself about where this road leads. Before you know it, you'll be home for the holidays to show off all the weight you've been loosing.
Grommie
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You have a lot going on. The exercise will definitely help with your mood but if it is to much you should consider maybe dropping one of them for now. Also, can you talk to one of the cafeteria staff and see if they can help you out with your dietary needs? Do you have a small refrigerator in your room to keep protein in?
You need to take care of you.
You need to take care of you.
missdarmitage
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Wow! Can I just say, you are incredible? I don't know if you have thought about it like that but taking on a whole new life in every way is a huge thing. How are you doing so far with the lifestyle/eating changes after surgery? I can remember college food and you are right, it is hard with the options they have. I would definitely take Grommie's advice and speak to a staff member in the cafeteria. You would be surprised at the help you can find in unexpected places.
Also, do you have close friends who are going to the same college as you? It is great to have a least one person there who can cheer you along and help with the difficult times. If not yet, stay open to meeting new people and I am sure you will find someone soon. If you haven't already, you should look into support groups close to your school that you may be able to visit. Having that outlet can be a huge help.
And your coaches are there to help as well. The last thing they want is to have you injured from pushing too hard too fast or to get dehydrated. Keep up the communication with them and they will help any way they can as well.
I wish you the best of luck! If you ever need to talk, vent, or cry, we are always here for you