Getting stressed weight loss for preventative mastectomy

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So, I have always struggled with my weight, I know exactly why and I know where my black and white views come from, problem is I can't snap out of it and I need to.

Being BRCA1 positive I have to lose a minimum of 25kg, probably more now. I can't do it. I'm getting myself unbelievably stressed out because I need to but I just can't stick to it. 

I stick to it for a period and then crash, the crash far out weighs the periods of sticking to it. Diet is all about balance but I have a very black and white mindset and I am driving myself crazy!

Is there anyone out there who has been in this position, is weight loss surgery an option? Help!!!!

  • Hi  and a very warm welcome to the online community which I hope you'll find is both an informative and supportive place to be.

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  • Hi Shinynails - I am PALB2 positive and been told i need to lose weight for risk reducing surgery. Weight and eating has been an ‘interesting’ area for me since I was a kid. 

    My friends at work are part of a coaching programme through a local gym. It has helped so far although now I’m a few months in it is harder. When you say ‘black and white’ thinking is that similar to ‘all or nothing’? I used to be similar I think in my approach to eating etc. 

    I think what is helping me on the programme is accountability. But logging everything on MyFitnessPal is driving me a bit nuts - it’s tiring! 

    Hope you are doing ok.  Take care