Holidays

[Signingfun]

What do you do so you can enjoy the season? What kind of modifications do you make so you can participate even though it's not how you used to participate?

[cultivating_courage]

Hi,

The holidays are super challenging for me food wise. Last year I was able to eat more than I can now, so it’s been difficult because I love food. At Thanksgiving I tried to immerse myself in my family to help with not being able to eat what they were eating. I did this with my mom by watching movies/TV shows. This helped some. Still figuring out how to navigate the holidays though, and I’d love some advice.

Thanks for the post!

[Signingfun in reply to cultivating_courage]

Thanks for your response. I know, eating is a problem. I do find eating what works for me before the party helps me to not be tempted by food that I cannot eat. I like your idea of focusing on something else. Also, I try not to overdo it. So, I don't go everywhere I am invited to go. I pick one or two activities that are more sedentary and mean more to me. Step by step, living life one day at a time.

[cultivating_courage in reply to Signingfun]

I think those are great strategies! I get exhausted easily from social interaction so I do rely on introvert “recharge” activities alone. During times like the holidays I try to give myself a treat (within my comfort level) so I don’t feel totally left out by all the food. I hope your holidays went well!

[Signingfun in reply to cultivating_courage]

In general, I had a good holiday. Although, I did have a pancreatic flare, that slowed me down even further. I do enjoy this time of year.