Preparing for Surgery

helped me!

Preparing for surgery at the recommendation of a physician friend. I came out of surgery today, full hysterectomy, the initial pain right out was high but due in part to the tension response I had to the anesthesia, once they gave me meds for that with the pain meds I've been very comfortable now for 4 hours and just refused my first dose of pain meds. The ability to relax on a dime is also very helpful. I plan on continuing with the meditation for post surgery for at least a week.

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Going Prepared for Surgery

Would you listen to Preparing for Surgery again? Why?

Yes, I would if I were going to have surgery again! Have highly recommended to friends.

What other book might you compare Preparing for Surgery to and why?

It is not a book it is a audible about guided imagery and affirmations, to meditate and prepare you for surgery.

Which character – as performed by Martin L. Rossman – was your favorite?

The voice was perfect for meditation

What’s an idea from the book that you will remember?

Guided imagery and affirmations for peace, control and healing... while preparing for a surgical procedure, the actual surgery, and the complete recovery.

Any additional comments?

Highly recommend the Health Journey's meditation self help series! My hip surgery went beautifully and the healing was comfortable and complete.

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Thank you, Dr. Rossman! This is a lifesaver.

I’ve struggled with PTSD-related anxiety for years, and when I found out I needed to have surgery, it spiraled into panic attacks, fear of giving up control over my body, and feelings of being traumatized all over again. Even after seeking counseling, I was desperate for anything to help me manage the day-to-day anxiety leading up to my surgery date. I thought this was a strange approach at first, but I knew it was working because it finally shut down the noise in my brain and helped me get centered and calm. After the first few times listening at night, I woke up feeling more hopeful that somehow I would make it through and be better for it. I felt more encouraged each day and often listened to the recordings multiple times. I’m happy to report that my surgery went well. My doctor said that I lost less than 2 tbsp of blood, which is something mentioned in the recording, and I woke up in less than a 3/10 pain. If it weren’t for the grogginess of anesthesia, I would hardly have believed anything even happened! I continue to listen to the post-op meditation during my recovery when I get anxious about the healing process. I don’t know how it works, but this recording helped me tap into the mind/body connection in a much deeper way than talk therapy has ever done for me. It’s done more than just help me through surgery; it has given me a new respect for my body and opened my mind to the power of my mind to do me good rather than harm. I’m so grateful for Dr. Rossman’s work.

Essential for prep and recovery

Even now 12 days after surgery I enjoy listening to the post -surgery section of the audio. Listening has quelled the queasy feelings and helped me channel that energy back into healing. It has been particularly helpful dealing with the pain from rehab and Recovery.

So grateful I found this book on Audible

This book was on the suggested guided imagery list on my healthcare provider's website section for people undergoing surgery. I was both pleased and a little skeptical when I found it here - wondering if it would help with the mounting anxiety over my upcoming, long recovery time surgery. Fortunately,it did the trick. My insomnia stopped and I became much calmer, all the while falling asleep during each session from pre-op to post-op. It definitely helped me deal with the surgical anxiety and the discomfort of recovery. Each section was well done and I will continue to use the recovering from surgery part of the program. Add in an excellent price and I couldn't be more pleased.

Preparing for Surgery by Rossman

This audio book was recommended to me by a Friend. I found it extremely helpful during all the phases of my surgical experience. It helped my anxiety so much that I was able to relax and to rest without worry.

Very calming before and after surgery

This guided imagery has been helpful in quelling some of the anxiety of surgery and recovery for me.