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Ann58
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1 day ago

disassociation?

my surgery was cancelled for next Wednesday 12th til 26th

last week I felt or knew that I wouldn’t be having surgery next week. 
now it’s been moved, I can’t even imagine it happening in two weeks.

i don’t know if I’m in denial or disassociating. It doesn’t seem real. As if it’s happening to someone else. 
Has anyone else had this experience?

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  • Christina_BCNA's avatar
    Christina_BCNA
    Community Manager

    Hi Ann58​ , I'm sorry your surgery has been postponed. Having yourself mentally prepared for one date and then having it moved can be incredibly unsettling. Be gentle with yourself over the next couple of weeks. There is no right or wrong way to feel, and everything you're experiencing sounds like a very normal response to a difficult situation.

    If you'd like to talk things through, please don't hesitate to give us a call. Sometimes chatting with someone who understands can really help when your thoughts are racing or things don't feel quite real. Wishing you lots of strength for the wait ahead, and hoping your surgery goes ahead smoothly on the 26th. We're here for you. 🌸