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A benefits email I almost deleted changed everything. After years of trying pills and plans, a new LTL job connected me to Kerum Health and Journey Lite—partners that covered my bariatric surgery, hotel, and even a stipend. I asked God for a sign in the hotel parking lot and turned straight into the brightest rainbow I’ve ever seen. That moment anchored me through the hardest 72 hours of my life.

We walk you through the exact pre-op hurdles, including why losing 30 pounds to shrink a fatty liver can make robotic surgery safer, and how a high-protein, low-calorie plan moved the scale fast. I share the surge of buyer’s remorse after waking up in excruciating pain, the nausea that only dissolved meds could calm, and the small sips and strict timing that kept me stable. You’ll hear the unfiltered truth about the spirometer every two hours, the switch from liquids to purees to solids, the shock of rapid weight loss, and the reality of loose skin and reflux that demand careful routines.

If you or someone you love is weighing bariatric surgery, this story gives you the practical playbook: protein targets (60–80 grams), hydration goals, measuring portions, spacing meals before sleep, and never skipping vitamins. It also offers the mindset shift that makes the journey sustainable—how faith, timing, and a supportive care team can carry you when willpower fades. I talk about emotional eating, shame, and why consistent check-ins with dietitians who’ve been through surgery make a difference. Press play for a candid look at pain, patience, and the grace to start over. If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review with the one habit you’ll commit to this week.

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