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New to bariatric surgery: Advice to mentally & physically prepare?
Bariatric Surgery & Weight Loss | Last Active: Jul 19 10:29am | Replies (11)Comment receiving replies
I am sorry about your sister and hope your son is doing better.
Unfortunately, when stressed, we often return to habits we have used in past to deal with stress. It may be alcohol, drugs or eating.
The important thing is to recognize what is happening. Glad you have a therapist to help deal with grief and stress. Sounds like your starting to make changes to get back into a healthy diet.
Have you talked to therapist about healthy ways to deal with stress?
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Yes, I have talked to my therapist about healthy ways to deal with stress. Thank you for asking. Things like taking care of myself, not putting off my own doctor appointments, (I had a list built up of stuff I was supposed to be seen for, mammography, earth/nose/throat specialist, new family doctor because mine retired, hearing test, on/gyn check up) but was feeling overwhelmed with all the appointments for my son so I put them off. Proud to report I have made 3 appointments this week for the following months. Now I just have to get the rest of the appointments made.
I am trying to make time each week to see a girlfriend for lunch and trying to not feel guilty for taking time for me...
I miss my mom and sister a lot. Mom was my best buddy and she was a wonderful person. We talked every day. I am lucky I had her as a mom but now I miss her immensely.