How do I handle stress now that I can no longer binge eat?

I used to binge eat when stressed. I am 2 1/2 months post-op and am not in danger of trying to overeat now. But I still have stress and now it doesn't know where to go. I recently had a lot of stress with more to come and have had horrible problems with gas pains and burping because I appear to be swallowing air (I think I just swallow the "lump" in my throat and swallow air with it). I also notice an extreme increase in saliva production when I'm nervous and I end up swallowing it. After swallowing saliva for awhile, I will get sick and have to throw up. My stress has always centered around my throat! I have tried to come up with other ways to handle stress, but nothing has worked so far the way that eating myself into a stupor used to work. Taking a deep breath just doesn't cut it. I tried to learn to crochet, but that seemed more frustrating than relaxing! Bubble baths are nice, but I can't take one on my lunch break when I'm having a hard day at work. Anyone have any tips for me? Thanks!

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