A positive sign in the midst of stress

[southernsoul 773]

My mother was hospitalized last night for some internal bleeding. We don't know what's causing it & we are trying not to get freaked out. We're hoping for something like an ulcer, or anything that's easily managed. Anyway, I also happened to have my 3rd appt with the psychologist for my eval this morning. After being at the hospital til midnight & not sleeping much, I arrived for my appt late, flustered, and not very focused. I explained what was going on & she asked me several questions about how the evening had gone. I mentioned that I had not had a chance to eat last night, and therefore had taken time to make a good Breakfast this morning. She asked me if I had realized that, in the midst of stress, I had not turned to food for comfort or stress relief. I really had to think about that for a minute, but then I realized it was true. Even though I'm still pre-op, I have begun to change my eating habits already. In the middle of everything else, I felt really good about that & it helps to build my confidence as I get closer to surgery.

[magpie30 187]

I'm sorry to hear about your mom, i hope everything will be alright. But good for you! That is a huge step, you should feel good about! The more changes you can make prior to surgery, the easier life will be after. Keep up the good work, and i'll keep your family in my thoughts!

[erp 2,016]

That is really good. I am post op but had very stressful event this weekend and found the same to be true for me as well. Even though I'm post-op, I can eat and we had chips in the house this weekend! LOL. Now I am trying to get back on track to find balance amid the stress. I think this journey, whether you are pre orpost op makes you do something that many of us haven't done in a long time, try to do better and tack care of ourselves. I hope you mom gets better soon.

[No game 14,436]

Wishing you mother a speedy an uncomplicated recovery.

And good for you! Not turning towards food in times of stress is a big one. And is worth noting and celebrating

Laura

[Ms skinniness 3,003]

I am so proud of you.....With all the stress of your mom being in the hospital, you didn't turn to your old friend, food! CONGRATS! I hope your mom has a speedy recovery and the internal bleeding is fixed. Did she have this surgery too? Just curious. hang in there and let us know how she's doing.

[southernsoul 773]

Thanks, y'all! Testing showed my mom has a stomach ulcer, which is easily treated. We are so thankful it was not something worse. Another night in the hospital & she can go home tomorrow. Whew!!

[No game 14,436]

Good news! Glad things are going to work out fine