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2 steps forward - 3 step back

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carla66308
carla66308

I have been following dicussions for weeks now and I know this is supposed to happen. But I feel so discouraged today. I feel so much better physically then a few days ago, but I still can't do much, I can't drive yet, so I feel stuck. And I feel like everyone has been so generous over the last 2 weeks, I don't want to bother them. I feel useless right now. You all understand- you have been there. You guys get it! Did anyone go through this stage. How long does it last?

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  • maggie93798
    maggie93798 carla66308

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    I did have a few tearful days and did not like being so dependant on others for so long. However as a wise friend of mine, an ordained minister said, it goes in circles and when recovered you will be able to help someone else in some way. 

    This friend has recently had to give up driving so I am now the driver when we go out!

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