"Life is too short. I can't control everything in my life. Trying to is exhausting!!" - member of myIBSteam

When first faced with an irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) diagnosis, a common fear is a lack of control over our health. How could our bodies betray us? How do we grab the reins back and fix the situation? Living with IBS forces us to recognize what we can and cannot control.

Members on myIBSteam have various strategies for letting go of control and fear, including:

1) using guided imagery to visualize letting go
2) opening up and trusting others
3) organizing or cleaning the house
4) reaching out for support from other members on myIBSteam

Here are recent conversations from members on myIBSteam:

• "Been watching what I eat and not letting everything get to me as much. Let it Go!"
• "Had a good day, I have been drinking the smooth move tea alternating with ginger tea and have been going every other day this week. I pray this continues. The good days are a blessing."
• "Can't believe I am not working after today. My IBS is on the good side for now. Have calmed down also, was always nervous before I went to work. Too much stress, in my life. Now I can let go."

Have you had moments of letting go just when you needed it most? What helps you 'let go' of things out of your control? Share in the comments below or directly on myIBSteam.com.