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Old 12-26-2009, 10:12 PM
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Debbie, I felt the same way. I am a planner so RSD has really been difficult to accept. I was constantly thinking what if..., what if..., what if... My husband would say live one day at a time but i can't. I finally went to see someone and they said just what my husband said but she also wrote down the "phrase of compassion": Of course i feel______.
and I don't know what is going to happen
but right now I can___________.
I made a few copies and put them around my house and every time my mind would start to think ahead I would say the phrase and fill in the blanks. It was amazing how it kept me focused on here and now-one day at a time. I still struggle but I hope this can help you as it has helped with me. momof4
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