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Post by New Woman on Jan 26, 2014 21:00:43 GMT -5
I am a 27-year-old mom who has always been overweight. I have tried all sorts of diets and programs, and have lost a few pounds and then gained it all back and more.
My boss has offered to pay for me to have weight loss surgery. It is something I have always wanted, but could never afford. My boss told me she knows the struggle I have had and the frustration I have experienced.
My family is behind me and supports my decision to have it done. My concern is that once others in my office learn it was paid for by the boss, I'll be treated differently. I'm concerned about possible catty comments. They are gossips, and I hate being the center of attention in situations like that. The truth is bound to come out, so how can I comment on the gift I've been given?
-- SO GRATEFUL IN TEXAS
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Post by JustUs on Jan 26, 2014 23:10:28 GMT -5
Hello New Woman,
Have you forgotten our God favors and blessed whoever he sees fit? You don't have to explain yourself, nor should you be concerned with their looks. As long as you are comfortable with your NEW YOU, that is all that should matter. They talked about Jesus the Christ, then they will definitely talk about you. You won't ever stop people from talking. Some people seem like they were born to be chatter boxes. When you let the talk get to you is when you give them power over your life, don't let it. I myself believe in more natural means of weight loss but there's no way in the good book where surgery is forbidden. I just believe you have to create a better daily regime, eating habits, exercise, etc. If you don't, it will be like a bad reoccurring dream. Fat cells shimmer, they don't disappear and that's why it's so easy to get it back. Either way, you are having the surgery for yourself and not what others around the office thinks. GOD loves you and now love yourself.
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Post by New Woman on Jan 27, 2014 6:37:47 GMT -5
Thank Justus, I understand your concern and preference but I have tried all types of diets and it just never worked out for me. I do have poor eating habits but at least now this is forcing me to do better. I know I shouldn't be concerned with what other people think about me but I'm still human and my feelings still get hurt. I'm just more sensitive I guess. But I'm going to try to keep in mind what you said about God favors who he wants and he has favored me.
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