It's a huge shock when you're first diagnosed. I've been there! But you can't live in terror all the time, and I've found that I'm getting used to this new stage of life. I'm glad I lost 40 lbs. in the last two years, before I knew I had this aneurysm. Good timing there. And it's good timing that you've discovered your condition. Now it can be monitored and you can strategize. This group has been incredibly helpful to me. I believe you will find understanding, comfort, and information here that you might not find elsewhere. All will be well.