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Posted 12/23/2015 10:35 PM (GMT 0)
Hi everyone! Happy holidays.

My family and I are flying from Chicago to LAX and then on to Maui tomorrow! I should be excited, but instead my chest hurts, my stomach is a mess and I'm anxious as ever!!

Does anyone have some good coping tips?? I'll have headphones to listen to mindfulness and I'm bringing my coloring book.

My anxiety is extra high being pregnant and on the watch for swelling/blood clots and being away from the safety of my home, OB and local hospital.
Posted 12/24/2015 12:37 AM (GMT 0)
Aloha!

You'll be fine! I didn't even flinch when we went last time...

...if you are excited about the trip, it's not so much of an issue.

Me going on vacation? Low anxiety...

...me going to see the in-laws? Yikes! ;)

You are strong in your coping skills, and you'll do fine.:)

There are doctors everywhere...NOT that you'll need one...but they will be available nonetheless.

Bon Voyage...have a wonderful trip, and talk to you when you get back.

S.C.
Posted 12/24/2015 1:24 AM (GMT 0)
Hey Park12,

I give you praise for making big steps to making it out to Maui. I'm sure you'll have no issues as the weather has been great here. I myself still can't board a plane as I've had really really bad anxiety and don't think I can board one for a while. I find the best coping in a plane, car, bus, is to focus on your breathing in and out. Just look forward to the destination as Maui is a beautiful place to visit.

Aloha,

AK
Posted 12/24/2015 1:54 AM (GMT 0)
where TED stockings to stop swelling and clots.

always move your feet and legs around. bend toes. relax. :-)
Posted 12/24/2015 2:00 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks, everyone.

AK, I've only been to Maui once before and it was gorgeous! I can't wait to get there and see all of the beauty. I'm hoping it'll calm me down!!

Turtle, thank you! Got the TED stockings, drinking tons of water and per my doctor, taking baby aspirin. The relaxing part....I'll work on!
Posted 12/24/2015 2:04 AM (GMT 0)
go and get 'em tiger!!! have a blast.
Posted 12/24/2015 2:05 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you! :-)
Posted 12/24/2015 3:12 AM (GMT 0)
Park, stay away from the sharks, you would be a double dip for them. lol
Peace

Larry ***
Posted 12/24/2015 3:26 AM (GMT 0)
Oh don't you worry Larry. I will be far away from the Sharks!!!
Posted 12/24/2015 3:31 AM (GMT 0)
Have fun!!! When do you leave?
Posted 12/24/2015 9:06 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Park

Enjoy your holiday.

I always rely on Valium for plane journeys and a few stiff drinks before I go on lol.

Hibee
Posted 12/24/2015 10:02 AM (GMT 0)
LOL, Hibee!!
Posted 12/24/2015 10:52 AM (GMT 0)
lol. I am having a few stiff ones!!! will be taking off on runway 101!!!!! last call for boarding airtranslantic turtle via, Australia, and around the world!!!!
Posted 12/24/2015 10:59 AM (GMT 0)
Haha! Guys I want a cocktail to calm down badly! I'm so nauseas with nerves right now. Ugh!!
Posted 12/24/2015 11:07 AM (GMT 0)
you will be fine. bottoms up!!! oh oh, turtle will be upside down soon with legs going everywhere!!!! merry xmas!!!! at least I am being merry. go turtle!!!
Posted 12/24/2015 1:15 PM (GMT 0)
P,

Last time I went to Maui I was coming off an anxious bout, my first one ever to be exact. I was terrified to get on that plane and be so far away from my comfort zone. I ended up not having a bit of anxiety at all.

Since you've been there before, you know what awaits at the end of that long plane ride:) You will be safe, sane and sound, my friend. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Posted 12/24/2015 3:59 PM (GMT 0)
You'll be fine! Merry Christmas!
Posted 12/26/2015 5:39 PM (GMT 0)
Omg I AM SO JEALOUS!! I LOVE Hawaii. I miss the ocean, the blue sky, Plumeria, Hibiscus, Hawaiian food!! OMG! lol. Hawaii is a beautiful place and has the ability to heal people. Why are you even anxious? I would be so excited if I were you!!! You are so lucky! REALLY!!
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