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PMR and Emotions and Family

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Nov 20, 2021 | Replies (13)

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@pokey

I’m just beginning my PMR journey - 2nd day with 15mg prednisone and the pain is significantly reduced. SO thankful! But I am just now beginning to own my limitations in regard to my usual doing-for-others (family and friends). It is taking conscious effort to stop requiring myself to fulfill my old over-functioning role and adopt a more balanced view of what others can do for themselves and what is comfortable for me. I’m also learning to accept that there may be a bit of natural pushback, and I’ll need to not be drawn back into pushing myself to fulfill expectations, even my own well-worn ones from the old ‘normal’ days. Thanks for starting this discussion — the emotional side is really quite important.

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This is well said. With Thanksgiving coming up, what is expected of me is not going to be what I’m able to do easily. It’s all going to be very interesting. Your post puts it in perspective. Thank you

@pokey . Hello Pokey. My doctor years ago told me I had to learn to say the word "No". He was very strict about it and would always quiz me at our next appointment as to my success or failure. I was like you are - a rampant caregiver! With practice, plus your new limitations, you'll eventually be rewarded with feelng comfortable saying "No" more often! Good luck, and take good care of yourself. Laurie