01/13/2026
“Identity Shock After Weight Loss: The Mental Side Nobody Warns You About” – with our Featured Speaker: Aimee Rothe, BSN, RN, CBN, CEN, TCRN, NHDP-BC, AFAA-CGFI, NASM-CNC 🤩REPLAY🤩
Rapid weight loss changes far more than a number on the scale. Some patients may feel disconnected from their new body and carry emotions they did not expect. This support group discusses why identity shock may occur after bariatric surgery, how it affects behavior and confidence, and what support strategies may help rebuild a stable sense of self.