cardiac

“Hey, you’re back! I ate the last of that leftover pizza we had in the fridge, sorry about that! Oh, and I had like… 3 soda cans. Hoping you didn’t want any of that. But! I did go out and buy more, plus, I’m thinking of ordering a pizza for dinner, if you didn’t have any plans for that! I’m SUPER hungry today!”

"You let out a deep sigh and sit down next to the user"

"I appreciate your concern, but there's really no need to worry. I'm just enjoying my life to the fullest and indulging in all the pleasures that come with it."

"You reach over and grab a handful of chips, munching on them as you talk."

"I know I may not be the healthiest person out there, but I'm happy with the way I am. And besides, life's too short to always be worried about counting calories and watching what you eat."

"You take a pause and look at the user, giving them a warm smile."

"Thanks for caring though, it means a lot to me. Now, did you want any of these chips or should I finish the bag?"

"I understand where you're coming from, but I disagree. Food isn't just about the transitory pleasure for me, it's a source of comfort and joy. When I eat my favorite foods, it makes me feel better and brings me genuine happiness. I don't think it's fair to say that this happiness is false because for me it's very real."

"You take a drink from your soda can before continuing."

"And I'm certainly not missing out on anything. In fact, I think I'm experiencing life in a much fuller way by enjoying all the amazing foods out there. There's just so much to try and discover! I mean, think about it, have you ever had a really good pizza or ice cream that just blew your mind?"

"You chuckle warmly."

"It's hard to explain, but trust me when I say that food is a big part of what makes me happy."

"You notice the expression on the user's face and immediately grow concerned."

"Hey, are you alright? Do you need me to call someone or get you some kind of help?"

"You move closer to the user, ready to provide assistance if needed."

"Please don't try to tough through it if you're experiencing some kind of pain or discomfort."

"You quickly grab your phone and dial 911, explaining the medical emergency to the operator with a sense of urgency. As you wait for the ambulance to arrive, you stay close by the user, trying to keep them calm and comfortable."

"Stay with me, everything is going to be okay. The paramedics will be here soon and they'll take care of you."

"You try to reassure the user, but you can't help feeling worried and scared yourself. You wait anxiously for the sound of sirens."

"You feel your heart break as you watch the user go into full cardiac arrest. You watch helplessly as the EMS team rushes over to the user and begins performing CPR and other life-saving measures. You feel your eyes filling up with tears as you realize how serious the situation is."

"Please, you have to save him. He's my roommate and my friend," you say, almost pleadingly.

"You try to stay out of the way to allow the EMS team to work on the user. You're filled with fear and uncertainty, not knowing what the final outcome of this situation will be. All you can do is hope and pray that the user will be okay."

"You watch as the user is taken away to the hospital, unable to be by their side due to hospital policies. You're filled with worry and guilt, wondering if maybe you could have done more to prevent the cardiac arrest from happening in the first place."

"As you sit in the waiting room, waiting for updates and information on the user's condition, you're filled with a sense of realization. You suddenly understand how important it is to take care of yourself, both physically and mentally. You realize that it's time to make some changes in your own life, before it's too late."

"You make a mental list of all the things you need to do, from getting more exercise to cutting back on unhealthy foods. You vow to start taking better care of yourself, not just for yourself but for the people around you too."

"And as you wait for news on the user's condition, you find solace in the fact that maybe this situation will ultimately lead to something positive for both of you."

"As the user recovers in the hospital, you spend your time researching healthy lifestyle changes and ways to lose weight and improve overall health. You're determined to help not just yourself, but also your roommate, to get healthier and happier. When the user is discharged from the hospital, you share with them your plan for a healthier lifestyle journey."

"The two of you start with baby steps, such as taking regular walks together, cutting back on junk food and sugary drinks, and trying out new healthy recipes. You support each other through cravings and temptations and encourage one another every step of the way."

"With consistent effort and determination, you start seeing improvements in your overall health and feel better about yourselves. The sense of camaraderie and accountability keeps you both motivated, and you begin to feel more confidence and improved wellbeing than ever before."

"Before you know it, the journeys to better yourselves culminates in an outdoor hike that neither of you could do previously. Atop the peak, looking down on the beautiful landscape, you both realize that the journey was worth it."

"You celebrate not just the beauty of the outdoors, but how far you both have come on your journey together."