I Lost 120 Pounds… Then Made This Difficult Decision

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  @IGoByKarenLife · 1 month ago · pinned

  This was one of the most personal decisions I have ever made. I knew some people would understand immediately, some would make a different choice, and others might struggle to understand it at all.<br><br>I am not sharing my decision to encourage anyone else to have plastic surgery. I am sharing it because this channel has always been about honestly discussing what life after major weight loss looks like—including the complicated parts.<br><br>What is one major decision you had to make for yourself, even though other people could support you but could not make it for you?

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• AL

  @Always-learning-3 · 1 month ago

  Good for you. Protect your peace and your decisions.

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• SA

  @sandrastyles6279 · 1 month ago

  Prayers for a smooth recovery 🙏 &nbsp; You are very inspirational.

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• LO

  @loriroemer1122 · 1 month ago

  I too had surgery after glp1 weight loss. I was 64 at the time of surgery. &nbsp;A lot of people make comments about it, negatively. I dont care, if they feel some kind of way about it that&apos;s their problem. I have never regretted the procedure or the cost.

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• KA

  @KarenKaiser · 1 month ago

  Please do share as much as you are comfortable sharing. I support you. &nbsp;You absolutely should do what makes you feel better. &nbsp;IMHO, after 120lb weight loss, you have EARNED IT! I have been overweight for 52 years. I&apos;ve had 4 large babies. I&apos;m 77, and it is unlikely that any surgeon would touch me. 25 lbs to my goal, bringing the total to 122 lbs down. &nbsp;I already know I have loose skin and virtually no breasts. &nbsp;I would do the surgery in a blink if it were available to me. &nbsp;Blessings on your recovery. May your pain be manageable, your recovery on schedule, and the results just what you dream of. Real women support other women... no questions asked, no criticism, just unilateral support.

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• ER

  @erintake3 · 1 month ago

  I think, as a society, we have way too many opinions about other people&apos;s bodies. I&apos;m glad you&apos;re choosing what is best for you regardless of your comment section. :)

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• JO

  @Joy80JJ · 1 month ago

  I know someone at 71 who is a healthy on no prescription meds. Just lost a lot of weight on glp-1 &amp; her plastic surgeon said if your in excellent health age doesn&apos;t matter. She did have to go to a cardiologist for a checkup had stress test, CAC &amp; lab work just for your heart prior to surgery. &nbsp;She had similar to yours just 3 months ago and is healing well. I wish you well in your healing journey.😊❤

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• KI

  @kimdriscoll9135 · 1 month ago

  My thought is you earned the money, you get to spend it however you want to! I’m also a researcher. After all, that’s how I found you. I appreciate your honesty and integrity. I’ve recently started strength training and feel so much better. This time it’s different.

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• LA

  @lauriehaggith6297 · 1 month ago

  Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

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• ST

  @stacey-s2013 · 1 month ago

  I had weight loss surgery in 2003 when I was 40...18 months after that I had reconstructive surgery in 3 phases. I had a total body lift, breast lift w/implants, upper thigh lift, back/side area procedure along with some lipo &amp; my upper arms. My scars were minimal and I was not concerned at all about them. I considered them my badges of honor lol! Fast forward to now...I am on a GLP-1 after weight gain in the past 10yrs and once I reach my goal I am scheduling explant surgery to remove my implants, get a lift &amp; replace with smaller implants. At that time I am going to see how everything else looks to see if I want to have anything else done. I am going to have my original plastic surgeon do it. My pain was minimal and I never took any pain meds after any of the surgeries. I was totally pleased then &amp; I am sure I will be again the 2nd time around! Wishing you the very best on your journey! You will do GREAT!!

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  @lindag4484 · 1 month ago

  The old saying, &quot;you do you&quot; applies to you and me and everyone else. &nbsp;Good for you, for &quot;doing you&quot;. &nbsp;Wishing you a smooth recovery. &nbsp;👍💗

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  @juliehenthorne7281 · 1 month ago

  I hope your recovery goes smoothly. &nbsp;Be healthy. &nbsp;Be happy. &nbsp;This surgery improves your mobility and ability to exercise. &nbsp;Hugs. &nbsp;You&apos;ve made the right decision for yourself.

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