Day 3 - Fresh Start WLS Master Challenge

Ready to live your best life with weight loss surgery?

Then it's time for a Fresh Approach!

Let's get going with Day 3 of the Fresh Start WLS Master Challenge!

To join the Challenge (March 20 - 26, 2018) click here.

Fundamental Focus: MEDICAL FOLLOW-UP

“…most bariatric surgery programs plan for long-term follow-up visits with a healthcare provider experienced with obesity management...surgeon, a physician assistant or nurse practitioner, dietitian, mental health professional, exercise specialist, or a medical weight-loss specialist (bariatrician). The most important thing is that you find a bariatric surgery program that provides for this long-term care, so that any problems or concerns that develop over time can be addressed by an experienced team." -ASMBS

“Nutritional problems actually become more common throughout time. This is both because it can take time for nutrient stores to run down but also because, throughout time, people may become more lax in their eating and in taking recommended supplements.” -Dr. Jacqueline Jacques

Your MEDICAL FOLLOW-UP Challenge:

Today, my goal is to call and confirm the date for my next bariatric surgery visit.

I'll also ask for my lab orders so my bariatric surgery team will have my latest results for my visit.

I want to reach my MEDICAL FOLLOW-UP goal today because {insight} __________________________________________________.

(If you do not have a bariatric surgery provider, click here to visit ASMBS for a referral in your area.)

I will achieve my goal by {actions}: ______________________

Fresh Start Focus: MAKING MYSELF A PRIORITY & SETTING BOUNDARIES

"Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others." -Brené Brown

"The moment someone asks you to do something you don't have the time or inclination to do is fraught with vulnerability. "Yes!" often seems like the easiest way out. But it comes at a price...feeling angry and resentful. For women, there's a myth that we're supposed to do it all...Saying NO cues a chorus of inner shame gremlins: "Who do you think you are?" "You're not a very caring [mother / wife / friend / colleague]." -Brené Brown

I have a Podcast episode that focuses exclusively on this topic! Just click here to listen!

Fresh Start Challenge:

Today, _____________ and _____________ are important priorities in my life. I will choose discomfort over resentment and protect my priorities by setting and holding my boundaries.

I want to reach my goal because {insight} ___________________________________________________.

I will achieve my goal by {actions}: _________________________________________________________.

If you've reached this challenge past March 26, 2018 but you'd like to join us in the Fresh Approach WLS Facebook Group - click here! There are 3 quick questions to answer before you're added to the group.