Altered routine......

I believe this is an issue for many of us....developing a strict routine to try to keep all the balls in the air and not allow anything to slip through the cracks.  My routine is challenged at present and I'm struggling quite a bit with aprehension about not being able to control the few things I've grown to believe were under my control. 

I have a torn bicep tendon.....how refreshing to have a jock injury.....quite the contrast from monthly visits to the PCP because my diabetes was out of control and I had MRSA infections.  I had to complete an online patient registration for the ambulatory surgical center and I listed all my co-morbid...former co-morbids that is ..and was able to say repeatedly...resolved due to RNY.    How lucky I am.

I haven't been able to work out to the same level for weeks now.   My weight stayed stable....bounced up and down a pound or so.....but I'm facing weeks of downtime....then rehab before I can resume anything rigorous.  It is an interesting lesson in balance....as I initially feared that I would immediately see gain....but I'm holding steady which tells me my body is happy where it is.

I'm more concerned about the mental health aspects of my routine being altered.  Being homebound and on pain meds makes me nervous.  I went through it several times last year recovering from plastics.....so I even know from practical experience that it's a doable thing, but I'm nonetheless dreading it.

How have your routines been forced or morphed into something else?  How have you coped.....as always we're not only talking about food.....and eating behaviors....but general strategies for managing our lives.  Hope you're all well.   Susan

I am still struggling with getting into a routine, but know I will get there. I have realised that  weekends are very frustrating for me mentally as I have to "entertain" my son, in which ever way I can. Which often leads to me being left as 2nd best.

I am learning that I have to be number one at the moment. I am also struggling with slight nausea, mainly in the evenings, which is leading me to be missing some protein. Again, I need to plan ahead - get my intake in early instead of feeling guilt and regret at the end of the day.

I plan to contact my mental health providers tomorrow - a big step for me and I am excited. All day I have been reflecting on my life, things that may be sub-conciously inked to my over-eating. There are so many to mention and I don't know if they are even "relevant" as they were simply part of my childhood/ life.


My current strategies at the moment are,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,unplanned and unsure. I will be creating more. OH is a great release/ help for me though.

 It will become easier from a physical standpoint as your body settles down and you learn how to feed....it takes quite a while.....if protein shakes work - and you find yourself short at the end of the day....sipping them will help you hit the mark.   Barix Proti-Squares (available from Smart Forme online - recommended by Melting Mama  are the most palatable, easy to eat, no brainer way to get some in....

Your day of reflective thinking is key to this all.  Family of origin issues establish our view of the world...including the role food plays in our lives.  I heard about a woman who was climbing up to the counter and sneaking food at age 3....and her parents blamed her for her obesity.  A 3 year old seeking comfort from food is screaming something very important that is being missed by those who are responsible.   Day at a time.....and yes....OH has made this whole process....this very essential part of my life far more manageable than it might have been.  Be well.   Susan