“The doctor suggests you wait it out as long as you can, before stopping the medication,” the receptionist says when I call about the itchy rash all over my face.
I know that the culprit has been making a difference, and yet the discomfort of an allergic reaction is not fun.
The uncertainty about my medical issues is causing me to lose faith in my own intuitive process. Seems my body and I are out of sync. What I do know is that I can be impatient – rail against the process – or, I can surrender to the inconvenience and practice mindful waiting.
So, I am reminding myself to breathe through the stress, and I have even started talking to my body again, inviting calm, negotiating communication.
To wait without angst, I’m realizing, is to trust the process.
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This week’s focus has been ‘wait’ and the responses have been varied, inspiring, and creative. Thanks to all who contributed:
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One Woman's Quest II 
I can relate. I’m allergic to many things and have to be careful of anything I ingest or apply. Plus, as allergies can come and go, which I have experienced, as well.
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Ugh. Just came back from the doc, again, who says to hang in, the allergy might pass. Thanks.
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I found some pass and some linger. I hope the allergy passes soon, V.J.
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Thanks for understanding.
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Hoping the best for you. Take care.
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Thank you.
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I do hope you find some comfort soon. Allergic reactions are not fun. I’m actually surprised the doctor told you to continue. Be well, dear friend. You’re in my prayers. ā¤
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Thanks Dorinda. I’m going to push the issue again today.
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I think that’s a very good idea.
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One new challenge after another. Mindful waiting – interesting way to cope. I like it. Maybe that would help ease the waiting process.
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What is they say? You can’t control the circumstances, you can only control your reaction.
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Very true.
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Wow, that’s different. I’ve always heard that if one has an allergic reaction, one should stop the medication. Hope the waiting doesn’t take too long for you, V.J.
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I’d heard that too, Olga, and that is what happened the first time around. This is the second medication we’ve tried, and she is out of options, I guess.
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Very powerful lesson! š ā¤
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Thanks, Deborah. Hard won.
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