I am fighting the urge to swan dive into a giant chocolate cake because I am such an emotional eater. ?But I know I'll only feel good while I'm eating it, and then I'll feel even worse afterwards. ?
But I'd like to do something for myself to help myself feel better about all the disappointment with TTC, and missing this whole month altogether.
I have such a hard time spending money on myself, especially given all the cash we're throwing at my uterus every month. ??
Re: If you were trying to bounce-back from bitter disappointment, what would you do for yourself?
The ideal --- exercise. Seriously, what an outlet. And it's a "high" that lasts. And it makes you feel good about yourself.
But Jodi's true answer --- in your situation, I would be scheduling a massage and a pedi for tomorrow.
I buy yarn.
My yarn stash is drool-worthy, yet slightly disgusting.
You take my ovaries, I take your yarns.
Maybe a nice relaxing massage? Or a nice new haircut/color? (But I'd be tempted by the chocolate cake, too).
I just read your post below and I'm so sorry ;(
Bad habit.... I over exercise and under eat. I know BAD.. but nothing makes me feel more "cleansed" then exhausted and empty.
morbid much.
I use to try and plan something that I couldn't do pg each month if I ended up not pg.
Vineyard tour... rock climbing... sky diving (haven't done this yet)...
1. exercise is my outlet, especially heavy weight lifting
2. I'd do a massage
3. shop a bit
4. read a good book
or all 4 is really nice
Treat yourself, you are worth it and deserve it.
exercise -- sounds crazy but do some abs, jumping jacks, high knee kicks -- buy a jump rope , hoola hoop -- one for you one for your little one. might be fun.
Bubbles, bubble bath, wine
Oh, Pin, I wish exhausted and empty worked for me. ?
thanks, ladies.?
I'm also one for exercising. If you run - I would do that. Crank the music and just go. I'm also one for retail therapy. Is there something that normally you would not buy yourself? If you are a makeup person maybe head to your favorite makeup counter and get a little makeover. A good pair of shoes or awesome purse can usually perk me up too.
I feel so bad for you. My sister is going through her own struggle right now (cannot stay pg) and watching her go through this just makes me feel so bad for those that are going through pg issues. Again, I'm sorry :-(
Big Fat Ditto here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And I do mean FAT!
Hey S, I just read your other update, and I'm so sorry. What a waste of a month. Any chance you'll extend your cut-off point, at least until you've exhausted all options with the RE? I'm getting stressed out by your upcoming deadline, I can't even imagine how you feel!
I know you don't want to spend much, but did you ever get your weekend in a local hotel you were thinking about? I'll bet you could find some last minute deals that would make it pretty reasonable (before your bar, room service and spa bill!).
The Omni is having a buy one weekend night, get one free promotion. It's downtown, so not as ideal as the beach, but hey, the weather sucks anyway.
I also like the idea of doing something you couldn't do while pregnant. You could satisfy your emotional eating urge by pigging out on sushi - at least it's healthier!