An ablation is a fairly common procedure anymore.
Being off meds was also stressful for me.

But you will be fine. Be strong!

I just had my first ablation in July and it went smoothly. I only take Eliquis now and I have gone on two bus vacation trips over a 2 month time frame with no worry about having an event that would ruin the trip for everyone. And I only take Eliquis so no more side effects from the other meds.

It's worked for me. For how long, I don't know. But it was the best decision for me.

Your anxiety is normal if you spend time thinking about someone rummaging around in your heart. For me, the essential issue was my confidence in my cardiologist/electrophysiologist. I had a Pulsed Field Ablation (non-thermal) on June 3. Had no issues, good follow up testing and no evidence of afib. The procedure experience itself was similar to a colonoscopy: great anesthesia, woke feeling fine with minor discomfort in the groin area where the catheter was inserted. Since then I feel fine, have good energy, and exercise when I want, and spent a month running around Europe. Who knows what the future holds but I am very glad I did it. I wish you a great procedure!

Have never had ablation, but have other issues. Make a list daily of things you need to do, and focus on doing them one by one and check off as you go. It helps put your mind on other things. And when in bed at night and in morning, pray for peace of mind.