In this episode of The Bari Chronicles, we sit down with someone very close to the BSA family — Steve, Tash’s husband — as he opens up about his long, slow, and often frustrating journey toward finally choosing weight loss surgery. Steve’s story is one so many people will relate to:

✓ years of putting it off,

✓ the slow creep of weight gain,

✓ the aches, pains and mobility changes,

✓ the mental battle of “Is it really that bad?”,

✓ and the moment you realise life is getting smaller when you want it to be bigger.

Across this conversation, Steve shares:• what made him finally say “yep, it’s time” • how Crohn’s disease shaped his surgical options and why sleeve was recommended• the hidden ways weight gain shows up — bending over, tying shoes, squatting at work, fatigue• the impact of watching Tash regain her life post-surgery• his fears, hopes and what he’s genuinely excited about• how habits like drinking, eating fast and long-term routines will need to change• the importance of choosing a surgeon you fully trust — not just the first one you see• preparing for surgery close to Christmas (yes, he’s missing the turkey) learning to build new habits around water, vitamins, and pacing food• the optimism and the scepticism that everyone feels before surgery This episode is real, honest, funny in moments, and incredibly relatable. Steve reminds us that weight loss surgery isn’t an “easy way out” — it’s a tool, not a magic wand. And it’s a tool he’s ready to use to rebuild his confidence, mobility and quality of life.🎧 A must-listen for anyone considering surgery, supporting someone through it, or wanting to hear what real lived experience sounds like — nerves, hope, humour and all.