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Anyone else feel Isolated and not go out due to chronic pain?
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I can relate so well! Until I got my diagnosis of fibromyalgia, and got the medicines and acupuncture that got it under control, I did not leave my bed except to drag myself to a doctor appointment. And gained 30 pounds. I decided to take Spanish lessons remotely through a company called Preply. It's about $20 for an hour, and it got me talking to someone regularly and working my brain at the same time. So, it's something to consider. I also like to read and knit, but the pain in my hands usually would not let me knit or even turn the pages of a book. Could not text with friends and family. But anything you can do to connect with the outside world will help not only work your brain but take your mind off your pain. I wish you all the best.
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@lwmarcrum You are very brave! And you are coping with a difficult disease. I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia 26 years ago now. I began reading the available books about the subject and there I was, a textbook version of Fibro. Learning about the disease and digging for info online has helped me cope. I found supplements that help my quality of life. I love your idea to learn Spanish on that format!!! It is important to keep the brain active, so that we are distracted from pain. If you are interested there is a book called the Fibro Manuel by Dr Ginevra Liptan. It is considered to be the book of all books for Fibro. She is an MD. who developed fibro in medical school. She now goes by Dr Ginevra and has a large presence on the net. I wish you the best as well.