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| bcr |
Posted - 06/02/2007 : 22:50:21
Having decided to end my career here as a lurker, I thought it might be appropriate to announce a somewhat significant step in my process.
Tomorrow I am beginning training for a short-term job that requires "light" computer work. In fact, the training will no doubt be much more strenuous than the actual job. So, tomorrow is a real acid test of the whole "returning to normal activity" phase of this recovery.
I'd like to say that I'm convinced -- body and soul -- that everything will be fine tomorrow because there really isn't anything caustic about typing and the entire RSI diagnosis is baloney. Unfortunately, I can't seem to completely stamp out these doubts.
That said, I can't wait forever for these doubts to go away. Frankly, I can't imagine what it would take to extinguish them if the work that I've done thus far hasn't been able to suffice. I've read books, followed stories on this forum for months, etc. So, time to jump in with both feet.
There's nothing structurally wrong with my body.
There's nothing structurally wrong with my body.
There's nothing structurally wrong with my body. |
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| bcr |
Posted - 06/04/2007 : 13:58:03
Hey all,
First of all, thanks for all the great words of encouragement. It was really great to read all of that as I headed out the door in the morning.
Unfortunately (or fortunately -- depending on your perspective), the training session didn't turn out to be the severe test that I was expecting. At least as far as computer work goes.
There was, however, all lot of delicate yet strenuous hand work. I'm being trained how to teach a Leggo/robotics class and the training involved assembling several different kits. Lots of small pieces that have to be gripped hard, pushed and pulled, and other such manipulations. The result: my hands feel okay. They were feeling a little weak that morning, which made some of the work challenging. But the after effects were mild to nonexistent.
That said, this isn't the type of work that typically sets my symptoms off. At least, not in small doses (i.e. a few hours for one afternoon). But you'd think that it would be given that typing and mousing basically lights them on fire. Another point in Sarno's corner, I'd say.
Anyway, later in the week I expect a more severe test. I will be sure to describe the experience when it arrives. |
| HilaryN |
Posted - 06/03/2007 : 11:20:23
Go for it, bcr. It sounds like the time is right for you.
If the doubts start to get the better of you, or you get any pain, just be firm and tell them/it you know what's going on and you're not standing for it.
Let us know how you get on.
All the best,
Hilary N |
| tennis tom |
Posted - 06/03/2007 : 09:13:13
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Originally posted by shawnsmith
Tom
I was reading all the things you tried in the past in order to relieve your hip pain. You stated previously that your doctor's diagnosis was arthritis of the hip. Do you believe that or do you believe you have TMS? Just wondering....
Good question Shawn,
Dr. Schechter, a noted TMS doctor in SoCal, dx'ed me with arthritis and told me to get a hip-replacement sooner than later, (that was over five years ago, so I guess it's gonna' be later, than sooner). Dr. Bruce Eisendorf, in Santa Cruz, Ca, dx'ed me with arthritis. I called him up several years later and he said it was both TMS and arthritis. Dr. Donald Dubin who I saw in conjunction with my visit to Dr. Schechter told me that he doesn't always agree with Dr. Schechter.
What do I believe?...I believe I will make a cup of coffee, a Pop-Tart, go play some tennis this morning and into the afternoon, until there is no one left to play with, have a bite, limp-off and jump into the pool and the hot-tub. I have no idea what my unconscious believes anymore...it ain't talking.
Cheers,
tt
Some of my favorite excerpts from " _THE DIVIDED MIND_ " :
http://www.tmshelp.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=2605
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| armchairlinguist |
Posted - 06/03/2007 : 06:58:39
No, doubts do not need to be totally gone for progress to occur. There is a general consensus that eventually the goal is to believe 100% because this belief is the pencillin that gives us confidence to be healthy and active.
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| MikeySama |
Posted - 06/03/2007 : 06:54:51
I'm positive you will start to notice some improvement, try not to worry about there being any pains.
I'm not 100% certain if the doubts need to be gone completely for you to notice any progress, i'm sure Shawn or Tom will know the answer to that.
In any case, Good luck! |
| shawnsmith |
Posted - 06/03/2007 : 05:49:06
Tom
I was reading all the things you tried in the past in order to relieve your hip pain. You stated previously that your doctor's diagnosis was arthritis of the hip. Do you believe that or do you believe you have TMS? Just wondering....
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Sarno-ize it!
Do you have a pain-prone personality?
http://www.bradyinstitute.com/aboutBook/painProne.asp |
| tennis tom |
Posted - 06/02/2007 : 23:45:34
Good luck BCR, I'm sure you'll do great! Let us know how it goes.
Some of my favorite excerpts from " _THE DIVIDED MIND_ " :
http://www.tmshelp.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=2605
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