Re:Doing fine, No RSD,Doctor was wrong!

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> wrote:

>I think I can do something to help, get a job and work lots of hours and then I

realize that's foolish thinking. I'd end up getting sicker and just costing us

more money.

>Am I right in thinking that there are many of you who are also in

financial binds? I don't want to be nosy, and I know very well I'm

not alone, but sometimes it`s just good to hear from others who are

going through the same thing.

Hi ,

Thanks for posting and being willing to be so honest. It was just what I

needed..knowing that I am not alone.

I, too, struggle with wanting to work more, or trying to do more and having

setbacks. It is hard having an 'invisible' illness. That's why this group is so

important to me. People who understand what living with pain is like, how

draining it is, how difficult it is to accept limitations.

What I do to keep my spirits up? The simplest things that are often the hardest

for me to do: ACCEPT this is what is for me right now; letting go of the

judgements I have or that I think other people have about me and my condition;

finding something in the moment that is beautiful (my dog constantly saves my

life), or comforting (a soft blanket) or distracting (a jigsaw puzzle). That

helps sometimes.

I have learned to live with a lot less financially, but it is still scary to

think about the future, so I don't too much. Right NOW - I have a roof over my

head and food to eat. Tomorrow, when I look at my budget, I will deal with

things as best I can.

I feel like I am going on a bit and not saying much. I send love and courage to

each and every one of you who struggle with chronic pain. It has been so helpful

to know that I am not alone. Thank you for that.

J.