Intentionally Focusing on Happiness
That's Hysterical! Now, Get Out! | My Adenomyosis, Hysterectomy and Recovery Journey
Release Date: 07/20/2024
It's Like a Shoelace You Pull Out and Get Immediate Relief From-IYKYK — Recovery Day 8
That's Hysterical! Now, Get Out! | My Adenomyosis, Hysterectomy and Recovery Journey
“It's like a breakup. I'm breaking up with adenomyosis and it's like, oh, wait, that's not a thing in my life anymore. And my therapist even said that. She's like, It's like you're leaving a toxic relationship.” — Emily, 8 Days Since Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW <<< ** Stay in the loop with our latest episodes, upcoming topics, and exciting announcements — ** In This Episode: I can feel some internal shifting and I’m feeling the emptiness from where my bothersome uterus used to be. But waking up without pain is awesome. We’re making sure to get...
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An Angry Morning, Waking Up in Pain, and Thinking the Worst — Recovery Day 7
That's Hysterical! Now, Get Out! | My Adenomyosis, Hysterectomy and Recovery Journey
“Four things I've noticed since my hysterectomy. One, I wake up with no more pain or the feeling of a 2-3 pound bowling ball between my hips anymore. Two, I go about my day with only minimal pain from my incisions, and that pain significantly decreases with every day. Three, I go to bed with no pain and without the feeling of a 15 pound bowling ball between my hips, the bowling ball got bigger and heavier as the day wore on. Four, this face more often. When I say this face, it's the emoji with the smile, with some tears on the bottom of its eyes. It's super cute.” — Emily, 7 Days Since...
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I Wish I Had Gotten the Binder Sooner — Recovery Day 6
That's Hysterical! Now, Get Out! | My Adenomyosis, Hysterectomy and Recovery Journey
“There's still some shifting around that I can feel, and the binder really makes a difference. So shout-out to my church friend for giving me that heads-up! I actually feel like this is much more useful post-hysterectomy than I felt it was post-pregnancy.” — Emily, 6 Days Since Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW <<< ** Stay in the loop with our latest episodes, upcoming topics, and exciting announcements — ** In This Episode: It’s a quickie, but it’s one of those episodes I thought was important to record because I just got my mid-section binder and I...
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Appreciating a No-Pain Morning - Recovery Day 6
That's Hysterical! Now, Get Out! | My Adenomyosis, Hysterectomy and Recovery Journey
“In terms of how much money I've had to leave on the table because of my health, the times I've had to say ‘No.’ I can think of at least three speaking gigs right now that I have turned down because it would mean traveling during my period, and I didn't want anybody to see that side of me — that monster side of me.” — Emily, 6 Days Since Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW <<< ** Stay in the loop with our latest episodes, upcoming topics, and exciting announcements — ** In This Episode: I’m waking up without pain! This is a brand new feeling for me,...
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Dancing with Hope - Recovery Day 5
That's Hysterical! Now, Get Out! | My Adenomyosis, Hysterectomy and Recovery Journey
“They brought in a second doctor who apparently specializes in endo and ‘loves removing endo.’ That was a big part of all that pain. I'm just ... I don't know. I think I'm just ... I'm so grateful. When I told my husband about how I was feeling better last night and dancing around a little bit. He just had this look on his face like he was about to cry. He was like, ‘You have no idea how happy this makes me!’” — Emily, 5 Days Since Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW <<< ** Stay in the loop with our latest episodes, upcoming topics, and exciting...
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Going to Bed With No Pain for the First Time in ? - Recovery Day 4
That's Hysterical! Now, Get Out! | My Adenomyosis, Hysterectomy and Recovery Journey
“Take care!” — Emily, 4 Days Since Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW <<< ** Stay in the loop with our latest episodes, upcoming topics, and exciting announcements — ** In This Episode: Super quick episode, but it’s a big milestone for me! The title says it all :) Note from Future-Emily: This is now a regular thing! Yay! Additional Links and Resources: Links not working in your podcast player app? Visit ThatsHystericalPodcast.com — Mayo Clinic — Mayo Clinic - Book by Maria Yeager — Facebook — MamaO2D4 — Cleveland...
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8ish Things I Didn't Expect After Surgery - Recovery Day 4
That's Hysterical! Now, Get Out! | My Adenomyosis, Hysterectomy and Recovery Journey
“It really feels like four days after an intense workout and the pain's finally dissipated and going away. I thought it would last a lot longer.” — Emily, 4 Days Since Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW <<< ** Stay in the loop with our latest episodes, upcoming topics, and exciting announcements — ** In This Episode: Another day waking up feeling much better! Yay! I was able to bend and shave today in the shower. Taking it slow and gentle! Today I’m talking about what I expected after surgery versus what’s actually been happening, starting with...
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Walking and Talking - Recovery Day 3
That's Hysterical! Now, Get Out! | My Adenomyosis, Hysterectomy and Recovery Journey
“I would rather have a conversation with a really good long-time friend and just belly laughing at stories that we went through or inside jokes that we had. Those are the things that I will literally bust a gut laughing over. So of course, I'm not inviting all my friends over.” — Emily, 3 Days Since Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW <<< ** Stay in the loop with our latest episodes, upcoming topics, and exciting announcements — ** In This Episode: It’s Day 3 and I’m feeling significantly better again this morning! Once again, it’s feeling like a...
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8 Things That Made Today Lovely - Recovery Day 2
That's Hysterical! Now, Get Out! | My Adenomyosis, Hysterectomy and Recovery Journey
“Number seven is realizing that my heating pad is on warm. I don't remember the last time it's been on warm, the lowest setting. It's normally on high and medium.” — Emily, 2 Days Since Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW <<< In This Episode: I’m changing my mindset by listing 8 things that make today lovely for me, including no alarm clock, a supportive and caring husband, great cat companions, and couch naps! Additional Links and Resources: Links not working in your podcast player app? Visit ThatsHystericalPodcast.com — Mayo Clinic — Mayo Clinic ...
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Scaring Myself by Reading Too Much About Prolapse - Day 2
That's Hysterical! Now, Get Out! | My Adenomyosis, Hysterectomy and Recovery Journey
“So far, I'm still like I'm 100% on board with having my procedure. I'm going to stick with that until I have a reason not to, a real reason, not just a fear.” — Emily, 2 Days Since Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW <<< In This Episode: I’ve been reading articles about prolapse that I’m overthinking, ugh! Going to take one of my little walks while talking about it for a bit. I’ve decided not to worry or overthink about it too much. The only thing I need to focus on at the moment is healing and resting. Additional Links and Resources: Links not...
info_outline“I am the Emily. I speak for the uteruses. I have to cut out my uterus, but it's only to get rid of the adenomyosis that is attacking it. Sometimes these things hit all at once. I realize I'm really happy to be recording a podcast and talking to others who understand this, who probably have these same frustrations and perhaps for the first time is hearing somebody say them out loud.” — Emily, 1(!) Day Until Uterus Eviction Day
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In This Episode:
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I’m recording this after watching virtual church. I identify as “Agnostic AF” and found the Unitarian Universalist church after Googling “church for agnostics.” It’s become almost like a weekly philosophy and music club for me, and it’s nice to have a supportive community like that.
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I definitely needed this morning of self-care and watching a positive service reminding me to look for happiness. If you’re prepping for your hysterectomy, I hope you’re able to take some time for yourself, as well.
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Mentally collecting things that make “a lovely day” is one of my ways of creating that happiness on a regular basis.
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I’m not able to take my daily allergy pill and, considering the ebbs and flows of viruses, I’m constantly worrying I’m getting sick right before surgery.
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Book mentioned: “Delay, Don’t Deny” by Gin Stephens about Intermittent Fasting
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Despite the business, I’m also trying to appreciate the gifts I’ve enjoyed, like my husband looking forward to cooking more while I’m recovering. I’d like to give an extra shout-out to “The Bear” for inspiring his latest joy of cooking phase. No spoilers, but I talk a bit about the Season 2 episode “Forks” and it’s probably one of my favorite episodes of television now.
Note from Future-Emily:
It’s 7 months since the hysterectomy and I’m still trying to find ways to practice gratitude on a daily basis, lately, it’s been journaling by hand again and making gratitude notes one of the first things I write about every day. Also, check out this week’s Bonus Episode to hear more about my experience with my hysterectomy and weight gain.
Additional Links and Resources:
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Adenomyosis - Symptoms — Mayo Clinic
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Adenomyosis - Diagnosis + Treatment — Mayo Clinic
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Adenomyosis: A Significantly Neglected and Misunderstood Disorder - Book by Maria Yeager
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Helpful Reddit r/hysterectomy Post To Read If You Have Pre-Op Anxiety — MamaO2D4
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HysterSisters — Hysterectomy Support & Stories
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Tara Brach’s Podcast and Radical Acceptance Book
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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.
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