Oh how well I can relate, Ive had chronic pain issues my whole life,, 6 decades now. With increasing arthritic and autoimmune diseases. And I completely understand the concept of not realizing how much pain I am in until I get relief from the pain. Also the concept of not seeking help with the pain and trying to accomplish everything that needs to be done on my own.. You would think I would learn and ask for help by this time in my life!!!
Oh gosh. This hits so hard. I want to hug you through the interwebs. I too have been wrestling with how bad things are, how I don't want to be a bother or wondering if I'm just weak for needing help. It's so incredible that you survived that and are writing these lines, and yet I grieve for you that there has been so much suffering. I have been reminded often of late that suffering weaves us together, and am grateful you have shared these words.
Oh how well I can relate, Ive had chronic pain issues my whole life,, 6 decades now. With increasing arthritic and autoimmune diseases. And I completely understand the concept of not realizing how much pain I am in until I get relief from the pain. Also the concept of not seeking help with the pain and trying to accomplish everything that needs to be done on my own.. You would think I would learn and ask for help by this time in my life!!!
I’m so sorry you can relate! But thank you for sharing your story and empathy. ❤️.
Oh gosh. This hits so hard. I want to hug you through the interwebs. I too have been wrestling with how bad things are, how I don't want to be a bother or wondering if I'm just weak for needing help. It's so incredible that you survived that and are writing these lines, and yet I grieve for you that there has been so much suffering. I have been reminded often of late that suffering weaves us together, and am grateful you have shared these words.
Jen, thanks so much for your kind words. I think our suffering can weave us together!