Hi cindyjane, I have been dealing with PMR for 16 months and am now down to 2 mg of Prednisone. I am 75 and have never been ill in my life so to cope with it mentally has been a challenge. On the other hand, why not me? I have learned that in order to get as much out of this changed life as I can, I have to put myself first. When I have a bad day, I just do the things I have the energy for and usually in the afternoon when the stiffness has abated. I enjoy and allow for those naps and realize it's my body's way of recuperating. Let your family and friends know that there are days when you need help, I used to be the friend who picked everyone up and did all the driving to parts near and far. Now I step back and allow others to spoil me a bit. Be kind to yourself. Keep reaching out to the wonderful people on this forum because you are certainly not alone.