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Posted 8/12/2014 3:41 PM (GMT 0)
I wanna throw this out there, I have been meditating lately and it really
Has helped with the stress of UC. I just wanted to say if anyone is stressing over UC and feeling like they need something else to help them get through I would give this a shot. I have been shocked at how much it really helps calm the mind and I have to think this can help calm the gut as well. Sending good vibes to all who have to put up with this monster of a disease <3
Posted 8/12/2014 3:56 PM (GMT 0)
I agree. I have a hard time being consistent with it, even though I know it makes me feel better. Do you have an app that you recommend or do you do it on your own?
Posted 8/12/2014 4:00 PM (GMT 0)
I highly recommend this. :)

I would suggest starting with anything from Jon Kabat-Zinn (found on amazon). My favorite of his is the Mindful Way Through Depression.

He has a science based meditation program @ UMass that helps individuals deal with chronic pain.

Best.
Posted 8/12/2014 4:53 PM (GMT 0)
Guardian- that's awesome I will check that out!

Jacket fan- I actually am a total noob at it lol but all I do so far is sit down and close my eyes and breath deeply in and out. I don't even know the "correct" way if there is one. But ever since I have been doing it my anxiety and depression have been so much less it's crazy. And nothing has ever helped me like this has. yoga too. Yoga has also created a lot of peace for me
Posted 8/12/2014 5:33 PM (GMT 0)
I started off with yoga and meditation before my emergency surgery two years ago. Since then I have been seeing an energy healer to help with the past trauma and PTSD from my surgery and meditating. I feel so much better and stronger these days than I have in two years. I highly recommend anyone to try meditation. Both my 13 yr old daughter and husband meditate with me on a nightly basis. Best sleep ever!

Kelly
Posted 8/12/2014 9:30 PM (GMT 0)
Kelly- how awesome!!! That's great to hear. I love it so far. The only thing that has helped my anxiety/ depression.
Posted 8/12/2014 9:42 PM (GMT 0)
COMPLETLY AGREE!!! MEDITATION!!
Posted 8/12/2014 9:50 PM (GMT 0)
Hey lady ^ how've you been???
Posted 8/12/2014 10:29 PM (GMT 0)
I'm glad you are finding it to be so calming and helpful.
Posted 8/13/2014 12:18 AM (GMT 0)
I'm just starting getting back into it. It does so much good but I have a hard time being disciplines with it and keep on doing it on regular basis. Since the stress influences my flare it helps me a lot.
Posted 8/13/2014 2:46 AM (GMT 0)
Fruitgirl- yeah it is lovely

Chantrelle- yeah it can be hard to stick to. And same for me with the stress! Stress can make me really sick fast!!
Posted 8/13/2014 1:18 PM (GMT 0)
glad it's working for you chrissy - howz the kid ?
Posted 8/14/2014 12:26 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks soystud :) he's really good so cute
Posted 8/14/2014 12:36 AM (GMT 0)
"he's really good "

awesome !


"so cute"

pics, or it aint true :-)
Posted 8/14/2014 12:40 AM (GMT 0)
I'm not trying to hijack your post, Chrissy. But since you brought it up, I would love to know how to start meditating.

I just quit a very hostile, very stressful job. I've been threatened, bullied and have had so much stress, that I couldn't handle it anymore. I'm worried it will bother my UC.


So how do you start?! Does anyone have like a meditating 101 for dummies book available? Please send to the stressed out Sibby.
Posted 8/14/2014 12:53 AM (GMT 0)
Sibby -

I found this to be a really awesome primer on meditation and mindfulness. It pulled me into the world of meditation three years ago, though I took a long break from it at one point. I hope it helps you the same way it helped me, though you have many many choices (thanks to the technology age).

The site I linked has all the text you need, but there are updated versions available on amazon.

Anything by Jon Kabat Jinn is also awesome. You'll find plenty how-to's on youtube, though there are many.

Wishing you an awesome meditation journey.

Best.
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