“I am intentionally focusing on the positives to try to get me through to that day. It almost feels like going against everything. It feels like society has been learning in the past few years of “Don't stick your head in the sand. Don't go to that toxic positivity.” But I think I'm also taking it with a lot of radical acceptance. I'm trying to, at least.” — Emily, 17 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast ** Stay in the loop with our latest episodes, upcoming topics, and exciting announcements — Sign Up for the Monthly Newsletter! ** In This Episode: Telling my mom about my procedure went as well as it could have, all things considered. CW: I briefly share my mom’s hysterectomy story that didn’t go so well for her. Personal preference: Fewer medical horror stories for those having surgery. Trying to avoid toxic positivity and focus more on radical acceptance — but with a positive spin, perhaps? More disbelief that this pain may ACTUALLY one day not bother me so much. Did I just create this cozy lifestyle around my Adenomyosis and it’s my comfort zone (oddly)? Tara Brach’s Podcast and Book are favorites in my mental health toolbox. My ultimate goal in preparing for surgery is Peace of Mind and knowing everyone I love will be OK. The I Am app (Apple/Google) I like for me affirmations and mindset-shifting reminders throughout the day. Note from Future-Emily Psst. Yes, Emily, it WILL be unbelievable not to have that constant pain. And it will definitely take some time post-op to adjust! Additional Links and Resources: Links not working in your podcast player app? Visit ThatsHystericalPodcast.com Adenomyosis - Symptoms — Mayo Clinic Adenomyosis - Diagnosis + Treatment — Mayo Clinic Adenomyosis: A Significantly Neglected and Misunderstood Disorder - Book by Maria Yeager  Adenomyosis Advice Association Facebook Group — Facebook Helpful Reddit r/hysterectomy Post To Read If You Have Pre-Op Anxiety — MamaO2D4 Adenomyosis at hysterectomy: prevalence, patient characteristics, clinical profile and histopatholgical finding — PubMed Adenomyosis: An update regarding its diagnosis and clinical features — PubMed Disclaimer: This podcast is based on personal experience and should not be taken as medical advice. Resources are provided for you to look into further and talk with your medical support team about. CLICK HERE FOR THE TRANSCRIPT ** Follow @ThatsHystericalPodcast on Instagram for Show Updates and News ** ** Share your Hysterectomy Story on That’s Hysterical! Now, Get Out! ** >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast ** Stay in the loop with our latest episodes, upcoming topics, and exciting announcements — Sign Up for the Monthly Newsletter! **