Guest guest Posted April 16, 2011 Report Share Posted April 16, 2011 Jody,I think all of us going into surgery have feelings of the unknown, being scared, and unsure. Really, you have done your homework, planned for the event, and you have to give that feeling away, and concentrate on keeping your mind in a positive place. The surgery part you have to give to your surgeon. The healing part, and keeping your mindset for a positive outcome is all yours. Many get so wrapped up in things to get done before surgery, that they loose the fact, that being peaceful, and having ones mental energy centered, helps in the process. I learned this during my surgical process which included more than one revision. You have find ways to mitigate the fear. There is a CD that has gone through the group that helps, Cam can chime in with the name. Take some time and plain relax, see a movie, get a pedicure, just time to yourself. Use whatever spiritual energy and practices that work for. you. When I was a kid I had a friend that was Catholic and went to church with her briefly, but my last revision was at a Catholic hospital, and praying with a Nun who came into the surgical prep area, gave me a lot of peace, some comfort in the familiarity of it. I know that you'll say easier said than done, letting go of the apprehension, but do give it a shot, center yourself, see yourself well in your minds eye, and hold onto that image. Have faith that so many here have been right where you are now, and have come through this and have been able to get back a far more functioning life. The work you are about to do, you and your surgeon, is noble work, be proud of yourself that you had the stick-to-it-iveness to find your answer and put it into place. You are stronger than Flatback and the whole scoliosis mess, and you have the whole Flatback Revised Army behind you as you move forward. Colorado SpringsOn Fri, Apr 15, 2011 at 9:48 PM, Jody <jls1272@...> wrote: Today was my last day at work. Surgery is Wednesday and I am starting to freak out. I am on percocet, flexiril,Xanax and ambien and I still don't sleep! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2011 Report Share Posted April 16, 2011 Excellent advice, . I let myself get caught up in the pre-surgical derails and such, and wasn't in the right frame of mind for after surgery, and it showed. On Apr 16, 2011, at 10:18 AM, Kirkaldie <susan.kirkaldie@...> wrote: Jody,I think all of us going into surgery have feelings of the unknown, being scared, and unsure. Really, you have done your homework, planned for the event, and you have to give that feeling away, and concentrate on keeping your mind in a positive place. The surgery part you have to give to your surgeon. The healing part, and keeping your mindset for a positive outcome is all yours. Many get so wrapped up in things to get done before surgery, that they loose the fact, that being peaceful, and having ones mental energy centered, helps in the process. I learned this during my surgical process which included more than one revision. You have find ways to mitigate the fear. There is a CD that has gone through the group that helps, Cam can chime in with the name. Take some time and plain relax, see a movie, get a pedicure, just time to yourself. Use whatever spiritual energy and practices that work for. you. When I was a kid I had a friend that was Catholic and went to church with her briefly, but my last revision was at a Catholic hospital, and praying with a Nun who came into the surgical prep area, gave me a lot of peace, some comfort in the familiarity of it. I know that you'll say easier said than done, letting go of the apprehension, but do give it a shot, center yourself, see yourself well in your minds eye, and hold onto that image. Have faith that so many here have been right where you are now, and have come through this and have been able to get back a far more functioning life. The work you are about to do, you and your surgeon, is noble work, be proud of yourself that you had the stick-to-it-iveness to find your answer and put it into place. You are stronger than Flatback and the whole scoliosis mess, and you have the whole Flatback Revised Army behind you as you move forward. Colorado Springs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2011 Report Share Posted April 16, 2011 Jody,Have faith that the surgeon you chose knows what they are doing, and that the surgery will go fantastically. Just rest, or perhaps spend a little time making sure your support system is in place for after surgery. Is there anyone who can drop by to give you a hand or to bring you a home-cooked meal (I'm talking once you are home, of course). I found that friends and family were more than willing to lend a hand, as long as you told them how they could be of help. It takes a lot of the burden off your shoulders. But most importantly, relax, believe in your surgeon, and try to envision how this surgery will improve your life going forward. On Apr 15, 2011, at 11:48 PM, Jody <jls1272@...> wrote: Today was my last day at work. Surgery is Wednesday and I am starting to freak out. I am on percocet, flexiril,Xanax and ambien and I still don't sleep! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2011 Report Share Posted April 16, 2011 All such great advice. I'm trying. Thanks everyone! > > > > Today was my last day at work. Surgery is Wednesday and I am starting to > freak out. I am on percocet, flexiril,Xanax and ambien and I still don't > sleep! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 18, 2011 Report Share Posted April 18, 2011 Hi Jody, Gosh! I still remember the constant chant of " quality of life " I repeated to myself endlessly the week before my revision. Every now and then I would look at someone and say why did I decide to do this? and then I would remember " quality of life " . It did manage to calm my soul to realize it was my big chance to change my life for the better. Try to stay positive and remember your reasons for revision. C > > Today was my last day at work. Surgery is Wednesday and I am starting to freak out. I am on percocet, flexiril,Xanax and ambien and I still don't sleep! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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