Susan's Weight Loss Journey With Auralia
Meet Susan, a force of nature at 41, whose weight management journey has been a whirlwind of ups and downs. Today, she shares her story of rediscovering her authentic self and embracing newfound confidence with us.
❝ I was sick of losing it, and putting the effort into losing it, then it’s going back on again! ❞ she sighs, remembering the moment she decided to confront her struggle with self-confidence and begin exploring her options. ❝ Looking back at photos of me when I was slimmer, and thinking, why can’t I get back there? ❞
After much digging around, she found Auralia and immediately connected with one of our brilliant doctors Dr. David Keogh. ❝ David was very good about coming back and answering any concerns that I had regarding the surgery and what was involved. He was very receptive ❞ Susan recalls, admitting she made the right decision.
While the first week of recovery presented challenges, Susan attests that the subsequent weeks were smooth and rewarding. ❝I expected the worst, but it was like a breeze.❞ she marvels at her rapid progress.
❝ I’m Happy, but wish I’d done it, sooner ❞ Susan reflects with a mix of satisfaction and regret. ❝ I don’t know why I didn’t even think about it sooner, but I wish I’d done it 10 years ago. ❞
Today, Susan’s journey with Auralia has empowered her to exude confidence and beauty. Her experience shows the transformative power of making a change when the time is right. And, when the time comes, Auralia is always ready to help you turn the page.
Dig Into Details
Susan's Weight Struggles
- She battled with weight fluctuations
- She felt frustrated about losing weight and regaining it repeatedly
- She battled with weight fluctuations
- She felt frustrated about losing weight and regaining it repeatedly
❝ I lose four stones here and there, put it back on again, and the process will repeat and repeat and repeat. ❞
The Weight Gain's Impact On Susan's Life And Confidence
- She gained weight, which impacted her confidence and daily life
- She felt self-conscious and restricted in clothing choices
- She gained weight, which impacted her confidence and daily life
- She felt self-conscious and restricted in clothing choices
❝ Just not being able to fit into the things I wanted to fit into. ❞
Health Issues
- She gained weight, which worsened asthma symptoms
- She gained weight, which worsened asthma symptoms
❝ I’ve asthma, so it’s quite mild asthma, but it definitely got worse as I put on more weight than usual. ❞
Susan's Attempts To Lose Weight
- She had numerous attempts at various diets and weight loss programs
- She had numerous attempts at various diets and weight loss programs
❝ I tried pretty much every diet you can think of I’ve tried: motivation, Weight Watchers, Slimming World, all of them. ❞
The Decision For A Weight Loss Surgery
- She chose surgery after reaching the heaviest weight and struggling to lose it
- She chose surgery after reaching the heaviest weight and struggling to lose it
❝ The main reason I chose to do weight loss surgery was, well, I got just really heavy, like probably the heaviest I’ve been, and I couldn’t get my head back into the game to lose it. ❞
Choosing Auralia
- She selected Auralia for its reputation and responsive care
- She selected Auralia for its reputation and responsive care
❝ They got the reputation. Of course, I did my own digging and spoke to some people online who had used Auralia, and they kind of recommended the company. ❞
Post-Surgery Lifestyle Changes
- She adapted to smaller, protein-rich meals
- She adapted to smaller, protein-rich meals
❝ It’s not as restrictive as you think… I just focus on every meal has a little bit of protein in it, and that’s the main focus for me. ❞
Recovery Experience
- She experienced minimal discomfort and faster-than-expected healing
- She experienced minimal discomfort and faster-than-expected healing
❝ The only pain was a tiny bit at the very, very beginning, the first day or two was just in the shoulders with the gas, but definitely not as bad. ❞
Reflection and Regret
- She is satisfied with the decision but wishes she had done it sooner
- She is satisfied with the decision but wishes she had done it sooner
❝ Happy, but wish I’d done it sooner. That’s my only regret, is that I didn’t think of doing it sooner, instead of struggling for 41 years with my weight. ❞
