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Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Great Lakes area
Posts: 409
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Member
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Great Lakes area
Posts: 409
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Hey Mojoe,
I think it's different for everyone.
I was going crazy bored, but everything I was doing made me overstimulated.
My vestibular therapist said- u gotta stop doing that.
I didn't know what to do. I was lost!
My neuropsychologist had me try different hobbies that didn't bring out my symptoms.
For me it was making jewelry. I went slow and looked at picture and if my head did tire I took a break. I use my hand a lot, I feel productive, people love what I make, and it make me happy.
The other thing I discovered right away was that I could look at pictures or funnies. Does not bother me like reading or typing. Also I can watch a big screen like a tv. It really bothers me. But, I have watched a few documentaries on my ipad or phone. Both of those devices r easier for me.
Some things are much easier to do on my iPhone rather than my ipad.
I just started experimenting with games on the App Store. I have rejected doing any because it's so visual. This past week I looked for things that weren't busy or timed with simple movements. I'm open to it as long as it doesn't put my brain down.
I tried audio books but it bothers me. Maybe I haven't found the right voice. I like Peter Thomas‘ voice, but he only does crime shows. I could listen to him for a long time I think. It's the right tone I guess and no whistling or lisp.
Good luck...hunt around and try new things. Keep us posted. I'm always looking for something else to do.
Peace and wellness,
Jace
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*TBI with mild to severe damage November 2012 from car crash. Stroke with hemorage & 4 clots in veins in brain Feb/Mar 2015.
*Vestibular damage, PCS, hypercusis, severe visual processing and tracking issues, short term memory loss, headaches/migraines, occipital neuralgia, cognitive issues, neurological issues, brain fog, brain fatigue when over stimulated, twitching, vertigo, neck issues, nerve issues, PTSD, personality change, Since stroke left side weakness, rage, worsening of vestibular problems, recall, speech, memory.
*Can't drive or work. Have done occupational therapy, cognitive therapy, physical therapy. Learning work arounds, and strategies to be competent in daily life. Change your attitude/perspective changes your life. As TBI survivors this is a vital part of our healing and living.
*Working on getting to know and accept the new me.
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