Depression before surgery?

[greensleeve 457]

Anyone else feel like they got depressed before surgery? Maybe because I don't have a date yet and it seems like it's just taking forever to get there.

I am just so sick of it, I just want it to be over so I can get on with my new life.

[Bandista 7,466]

I know this one. The process can take a long time and that can be frustrating. In hindsight it went by quickly for me though at the time I felt like it dragged on forever -- weird how time and perspective can do that. The good news is you are ready for this new chapter in your life to begin. I so remember the "so let's begin already!" feeling! Don't worry, you are getting there -- you're on your way. I ended up using the time to work with a therapist to really break down my eating triggers. Even though ore-surgery I wasn't usually able to stop my behaviors, it was really good to do the noticing and starting to make adjustments. For instance eating from anxiety or to prep myself for something I didn't want to do (I hate conference calls and would always chow down beforehand). Also I started exercising and that gave me something to step into after surgery. I felt like that really helped with recovery and the start of a new life. Good luck -- you've got this. And don't forget February can be a blah month. Spring is on the way!

[greensleeve 457]

I know and this winter has been so bad. I am so beyond tired of it! I keep having to find care for my daughter because of snow days or leave work early. And I'll probably have to again today.

I just want it to stop.

Thanks for your help. I think I've been through so much (two years of fighting the ins co and changing hospitals) and I've dieted and failed so many times I just don't know whys to do with myself.

[enjoyinglife 313]

Hang in there!!!! Best wishes!!!!

[7 Bites_Jen 479]

I did get depressed. It was because I was saying goodbye to my best friend - food.
Some people do and that's normal. You're about to start one heck of a roller coaster ride, but it's so worth it in the end!

[greensleeve 457]

I've just never thought of food that way. I think I'm already over grieving certain foods. I feel somewhat better now. I just want to start a new life!