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That kind of blew my mind and got me thinking, maybe $$ (any amount) really can be an exercise motivator. https://www.nytimes.com/2021/12/08/w...ion-study.html |
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12-28-21, 07:19 PM | ||
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12-29-21, 07:19 AM | ||
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Oh, thank you so very much for your thoughtful and supportive post. I am sitting here (of course) in tears. I am very sorry for everything you've been through mentally and physically. That must be so difficult to be grateful to be alive while struggling to accept your new body, life, and limitations. Sounds like you are making great progress, though - that is very exciting. I remember coming back from previous surgeries and injuries and how good it felt to regain some strength and endurance. My recovery is expected to take one year. Like you, I can't look at that big block of time and have to take it day by day. As you said, it's just too overwhelming. Right now I mostly use my knee scooter but sometimes crutches (don't feel very stable or safe on them). I scoot up and down the stairs. Getting in and out of the house is an ordeal as is showering. Even just getting to the bathroom takes a lot of effort. When I go to the doctor, DH gets a wheelchair for me. I knew what to expect prior to surgery but actually living it is a lot harder than I expected. For you, with the accident, you wouldn't have had any time to prepare mentally for what was ahead and were basically thrust into an entirely new life. The mental struggle has been the hardest, though. Starting recovery when my kids are home for the holidays probably wasn't such a good idea - I hate that they are seeing me such an emotional mess. I try to hide it from them as much as possible but it's pretty obvious when I'm frequently in tears or just cranky. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience and offer me encouragement and support. Please pm or post anytime if you want to vent. I wish you all the best in your recovery and hope you continue to make great progress and experience less pain as time goes on. And, again, I'm sorry for what you've been through but so grateful that you made it through alive! Erica |
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