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Simply discouraged by chronic pain

Posted by Rachel, Volunteer Mentor @rwinney, Mar 15, 2020

Dear anyone,

I have all the right answers in my head, regarding my chronic pain yet, it's so hard to apply them day in and day out. Exhausting. I'm very stifled in this body which carries through to my life and overall well being. I'm bored and lonely...it's isolating when you have difficulty being a part of normal civilization due to various health conditions. I desperately want to be what I used to be...someone who could physically accomplish the simplest of tasks, partake in normal family functions like a dinner or a small birthday party. Im so frustrated by hurting 24/7and deeply mourn the loss of what I used to be. I work desperately to keep myself focused on what I CAN do verses what I can't but, when I repeatedly get shot down by my diseases amd diagnoses, disappointment is inevitable.

I know I've come to the right place... others here share my struggles. Thank you for letting me fall back on you. Today I'm just at my wits end.

Rachel

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Rachel, Volunteer Mentor | @rwinney | Mar 18, 2020
In reply to @betsykunkel "You wrote that beautifully. I face the same thoughts and pain as you do. I wish..." + (show)
@betsykunkel

You wrote that beautifully. I face the same thoughts and pain as you do. I wish I had the answers. Please know that you will be in my prayers. There are a bunch of us experiencing pain day and night. Sometimes I feel the whole thing is such a waste. Hang in there! Private message me anytime. As they say -misery loves company. It helps me to talk with others who feel the same way.

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Hi @betsykunkel. I'm so happy to see your post. If you read and follow what I suggested to Tom, it will be helpful when replying to a post. Thank you!
Rachel

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tjprather | @tjprather | Mar 18, 2020

Rachel I'm new to this process and any help I receive would be greatly appreciated. Tom

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Rachel, Volunteer Mentor | @rwinney | Mar 18, 2020
In reply to @tjprather "Rachel I'm new to this process and any help I receive would be greatly appreciated. Tom" + (show)
@tjprather

Rachel I'm new to this process and any help I receive would be greatly appreciated. Tom

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No problem @tjprather. When you type the @ symbol, follow with the recipient's Connect title or name. Your device will bring up matching choices that you can chose from, to help, or just type in the exact....
example: @rwinney

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Rachel, Volunteer Mentor | @rwinney | Mar 18, 2020
In reply to @rwinney "No problem @tjprather. When you type the @ symbol, follow with the recipient's Connect title or..." + (show)
@rwinney

No problem @tjprather. When you type the @ symbol, follow with the recipient's Connect title or name. Your device will bring up matching choices that you can chose from, to help, or just type in the exact....
example: @rwinney

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...find their title at the top of each post you wish to respond to.

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vklittle61 | @vklittle61 | Mar 18, 2020
In reply to @rwinney "No problem @tjprather. When you type the @ symbol, follow with the recipient's Connect title or..." + (show)
@rwinney

No problem @tjprather. When you type the @ symbol, follow with the recipient's Connect title or name. Your device will bring up matching choices that you can chose from, to help, or just type in the exact....
example: @rwinney

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@rwinney

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Rachel, Volunteer Mentor | @rwinney | Mar 18, 2020
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Hi @vklittle61 You got it, you found me! Then proceed with your message.

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tjprather | @tjprather | Mar 19, 2020

@tomp1 Rachel I think I understand. I hope I don't disappoint you. We always learning and I try me best.

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Jen, Alumna Mentor | @sandytoes14 | Mar 19, 2020
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@vklittle61

Is everyone seeing my responses because I feel like they are not because no one replies to them

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@vklittle61 This is the only response I have seen under the topic Simply Discouraged by Chronic Pain by rwinney. Were you replying in another message?

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Jen, Alumna Mentor | @sandytoes14 | Mar 19, 2020

@rwinney I get it! I don't know about you but feeling down or mourning the loss of what I once was can sneak up on me. The scene in my head goes something like Oh poor me. I am so tired of ________ (fill in the blank) hurting, being tired, etc And of course I get the why me.Usually that's all followed by ugly crying before I put my big girl panties on and get back to a better frame of mind. I look for the beauty in life and the things I CAN do. Allow yourself to miss your old life just dont make that the focus of your life. You've got this!
Jen

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Rachel, Volunteer Mentor | @rwinney | Mar 19, 2020
In reply to @tjprather "@tomp1 Rachel I think I understand. I hope I don't disappoint you. We always learning and..." + (show)
@tjprather

@tomp1 Rachel I think I understand. I hope I don't disappoint you. We always learning and I try me best.

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@tjprather No worries...no disappointment here. 👍🏼

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