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@dloos

Thank you for your reply.
Yes, I am able to walk some. I am dizzy but do not have classic vertigo. I walk pretty safely on a level surface. I keep a fairly regular schedule for rest and activity. I go to LOTS of doctor and therapy appointments, and would say (haha), I am still a big advocate for myself, and my treatment even though I am weary of no results!
It is a very frustrating situation for me. I know a lot of it is that I refuse to accept where I am in this illness. I suppose I will accept over time. (No choice!)

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For me acceptance took bravery, courage and time. Coming to terms with the cards that are dealt is half of the battle towards understanding life isn't over it just needs to be reset. Speaking to a therapist may help, reading self-help books, journaling, being here on Connect and understanding that you're not alone while looking for solutions on better ways to manage those cards your dealt may help. It's all a process. I remember at one point I said to myself, I Surrender. That did not mean that I gave up on myself that did not mean that I wasn't going to still have a will to make the most out of what I do have that just meant that I surrendered to what life physically is for me now and took it as a challenge to find ways to do the best with what I have. Navigating the time for when we keep pushing for new tests, second third fourth fifth opinions, trying more meds and having more procedures versus settling our nervous system down and giving it all a break and rest. Obviously if doctors tell you they're still things to figure out medically , then by all means, commence on but if you get to the point where it's about managing chronic conditions then my best advice is to dig in think it through and start problem solving through ways like moderation and modification. Have you actively participated in a post-covid support group, or rehab program?