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debrajo
debrajo CSN Member Posts: 1,095 Member
in Uterine/Endometrial Cancer #1
I'm supposed to be meditating for help with stress and stress obesity. Ok, how the HECK do you get your mind to settle down? My mind keeps running around like a squirrel on crack! What is wrong with me? Not only have I NOT lost weight, the trying to meditate is stressing me out! Am I helpless or do ya'll have a secret way of doing this? I think it's making me nuts! Best, debrajo
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  • daisy366
    daisy366 CSN Member Posts: 1,458 Member
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    Practice
    Debrajo, remember that Rome wasn't built in a day. Don't be so hard on yourself or impatient. This is a learned skill. I purchased a set of CDs that helped me (Guided Imagery by Andrew Weil, MD). I would play them over - even during my chemo sessions. You can probably get something like this at library, Target, etc. There are also books.

    But even starting by practicing deep breathing for several minutes a day will help you slow down. Concentrate on your breath and slowly breathe in to count of 5, hold breath for 5 and slowly exhale to count of 5. Gradually increase time. You can incorporate soothing music and imagine beautiful places.

    I think the important thing is your intention to do this. With discipline and practice and time, you will get to your meditative state.

    Gentle soothing hugs to you, Mary Ann
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  • sunflash
    sunflash CSN Member Posts: 197
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    daisy366 said:

    Practice
    Debrajo, remember that Rome wasn't built in a day. Don't be so hard on yourself or impatient. This is a learned skill. I purchased a set of CDs that helped me (Guided Imagery by Andrew Weil, MD). I would play them over - even during my chemo sessions. You can probably get something like this at library, Target, etc. There are also books.

    But even starting by practicing deep breathing for several minutes a day will help you slow down. Concentrate on your breath and slowly breathe in to count of 5, hold breath for 5 and slowly exhale to count of 5. Gradually increase time. You can incorporate soothing music and imagine beautiful places.

    I think the important thing is your intention to do this. With discipline and practice and time, you will get to your meditative state.

    Gentle soothing hugs to you, Mary Ann

    Debrajo, the thing that
    Debrajo, the thing that helps me the most is exercise. Taking long walks outdoors or on the treadmill is my therapy. While walking I listen to music on my iPod which also helps a lot. It also helps me sleep better at night. But I sure understand the anxiety that is hard to keep at bay!
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  • debrajo
    debrajo CSN Member Posts: 1,095 Member
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    Thanks ladies! Very good
    Thanks ladies! Very good suggestions! I think my biggest problem is carving out time for ME! I remember USE to have time to read,crochet,ect. til mama moved in! I love having her here, but at the end of the day I find myself on the couch staring at a blank wall! Must try harder and remember to trun that darn phone off! Best, debrajo
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  • willbesurvivor
    willbesurvivor CSN Member Posts: 48
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    debrajo said:

    Thanks ladies! Very good
    Thanks ladies! Very good suggestions! I think my biggest problem is carving out time for ME! I remember USE to have time to read,crochet,ect. til mama moved in! I love having her here, but at the end of the day I find myself on the couch staring at a blank wall! Must try harder and remember to trun that darn phone off! Best, debrajo

    try some guided meditation
    try some guided meditation on the deepak chopra site :-)
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