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08/06/2009 08:31 PM
Snowi
Snowi
 
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a few days ago the pain got so bad i overdosed. i almost died. Scary. i am writing to say that i am mostly glad i am still here. i had to quit working. my heart broke. i need hope and a purpose. there must be a reason i'm still here. i'm going to inpatient treament for lots of isuues tommorrow.
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08/06/2009 08:58 PM  Top
tracy6878
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Love, Liberty, & R[̲̅ə̲̅٨̲̅٥̲̅٦̲̅]ution to everyone!!! Ron Paul 2012!!!

Managing Chronic Pain:
Your Basic Rights:
People with chronic pain are often “people pleasers.” We find it hard to express our needs and require that others respect them. And when our needs are not met, tension is increased and our pain seems worse. But you do have the same basic rights that you grant to others.

You have the right to:
1.Act in a way that promotes dignity and self-respect.
2.Be treated with respect.
3.Make mistakes.
4.Do less than you are humanly capable of doing.
5.Change your mind.
6.Ask for what you want.
7.Take time to slow down and think before you act.
8.Ask for information.
9.Ask for help or assistance.
10.Feel good about yourself.
11.Disagree.
12.Not have to explain everything you do and think.
13.Say "no" and not feel guilty.
14.Ask why.
15.Be listened to and taken seriously when expressing your feelings.

Read and reread these rights so that you not only know them by heart, but so that they become part of your daily life.


Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~Winston Churchill

Love and many hugs, dear friends ~tracy

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08/07/2009 07:53 AM  Top
flutterbug
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08/07/2009 08:43 AM  Top
fibroforever
fibroforever
 
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Oh Snowi... Sad I'm sorry to hear about this. But, I'm REALLY glad you're still with us! Come to this group whenever you need some extra TLC, we'll do our best to help ya.

You rest and relax while you're in inpatient. Let them help you and take care of you. Then, you'll come back feeling much better.

"When you feel like giving up, remember why you held on for so long in the first place." ~Unknown

08/07/2009 10:54 PM  Top
kardie
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Snowi, I'm so sorry you have been in this much pain. It's such a blessing you are still with us. I pray you get through this rough time and if you need to talk we are here for you.

Kardie

I'm not a Dr. and anything I write is my oppinion and my opinion only. I am just like you, I'm here for support and friendship from people who understand what I'm dealing with.

10/07/2009 04:09 AM  Top
Snowi
Snowi
 
Posts: 569
Senior Member

thanks every body! i am back. i am doing better. at times i struggle with feeling valuable because right now i can not work. i am in therapy and hope that will help, yesterday i made halloween cards for a nearby asissted living facility. any other ideas how i can fell ok

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10/07/2009 05:44 PM  Top
susancharene
susancharene
 
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Hi, Snowi...I understand about not feeling valuable, but bless your heart for doing something for someone else...I have a soft spot for the elderly, and I've considered volunteering a day a week or so.....

10/10/2009 08:14 AM  Top
hatbox121
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If you are crafty, there's always children's hospitals. Or volunteering to read at elementary schools.
Amy~ “When you come to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on.” ~Franklin D. Roosevelt

Current dxes-Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, Mitral Valve Prolapse w/regurg, 2 other heart valves with regurg, POTS, DDD, scoliosis, various OA, polyneuropathy of unknown origin, SI joint dysfunction/fusion/collapse, chronic rotar cuff tendonitis, impingement syndrome of the shoulder, chronic bursitis in various locations, degeneration of the sternum, vertigo, GERD, FM, CFS, CPS, various bone marrow lesions, brain lesions of unknown cause, migraines, TMJ, vertically bulging discs, Raynaud's, anemia, tinnitus, high copper levels, borderline glaucoma, colon polyps, intermittent RLS, Vit D deficiency, depression, Eye accomodation disorder, Essential tremor, recurrent kidney stones, sacral spine disorder, inflammed tendons, and inflammation of spinal nerves(no specific dx).

I'm am not a dr. I am not a substitute for a dr. All advice I give is based on research and my personal experiences.

10/10/2009 12:38 PM  Top
newrsd
 
Posts: 1076
Senior Member

I am sorry you are in so much pain. I know how you feel. It is especially hard when you can't work because of it.

Do you have family who can help you out?

There are a lot of supportive work environments for ppl with diabilties. Maybe speak to social worker at the hospital or one of your your local org. and see if they can help you.

Something which helped me alot, was to speak to children who were newly diagnosed with RSD and hang out with them. We both understood each other and it was very theraputic.

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