Sleep sleep and more sleep!

Just returned to work last week and here's my regimen:

4 hours a day 3 days a week for 1 month - the rest of the schedule is to be determined.

I understand your concerns with returning to work. I found on the day that I did not get adequate sleep the night before I had many of my symptoms reoccur - photophobia, dizziness, feeling out of sorts, inability to concentrate etc. When these symptoms start- I immediately go take a 10-15 minute brain break. An app called HeadSpace is great for this as it's a quick guided relaxation exercise.

Also- I now show up 15 minutes earlier than before to associate myself to the day, and plan my day out. This really seems to have helped.

My Neuro Ot also said 'be in control' and when I begin to feel out of control I remember that I am my own advocate for me and I will bot allow situations to dictate me (haha easier thought than done) however it does remind me to center myself by focusing on something not moving and regain control.

Go slow and be honest with your bosses and co-workers. They know you had your bell rung and will be more then willing to allow you what you need to succeed.

And if not- remember your body is your first priority- take the steps you need to heal=} Hope it goes smoothly!