Nugget, I so "get" and understand what you're expressing. Trust me, there were many times in the past when I would sit and wonder what life would be like without IBS. It's natural to contemplate these thoughts. However, wondering "what if" for too long can actually increase our anxiety and we lose our ability to live in the present. I want to share an insight that was published in "Oprah" magazine that may prove helpful to you and others here:
"Josepha Goldstein - Often we worry about things that don't materialize. But there are also times when we become lost in worry about real-life problems, either personal or global. Here we might use a reflection suggested by the Dalai Lama: "If you have some fear of pain or suffering, you should examine whether there is anything you can do about it. If you can, there is no need to worry about it. If you cannot, then there is also no need to worry." As with all mental habits, the retraining of the mind takes patience and perseverance. But when we pay attention to how our minds are working, we can see how suffering(worry) is created, as well as the possibility of freedom from that suffering."
Here is another one of my favorite expressions that has relieved my anxiety "Thoughts become things, choose the good ones".
Our thoughts are powerful, but we are NOT our less than positive thoughts. You are something much more magnificent!
I encourage you to live in the "now" as much as possible so you don't miss what's here in the moment!
Meanwhile, know that I totally understand that changing things up takes great courage and patience. You can so do this!
Hugs,
Alicia
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