@mike223 Mike, let's remember that we all have unique situations and that many others have made life changes because of their heart conditions. Whatever happened to cause a life change, they are here telling their tales. I've read where people needed to retire/find a different job, need to give up a sport they dearly love, and more. We realize that without medical intervention, our outcomes were dire. People go through the stages of grief when they cannot return to exactly the life they envisioned, people have shared that they slowly move on to modify their lives, embrace new "loves" and even call for professional help in dealing with a new reality. People can choose to be resiliant and look at their class as half full rather than empty. I was an active person before surgery, that and the excellent care resulted in a better-than-expected outcome after a couple of complications were solved. You are grateful! The best positive mental medicine!