One of the toughest parts of PCS is learning the new ways to do things that we need to do. The old ways we did things, often without even a second thought, are gone, at least for the time being. Making lists and charts for ourselves can be a big help. We can get the work done if we slow down from our previous speed and intensity and use notes, check lists and charts.

It may sound like going back to school because the issues are so elementary and it is. We need to reteach our brains how to do the tasks. We need to stop trying to remember everything and juggle things in our head. That will overload us every time.

It is also important to get control over our environment. No or minimal background sounds and sights. Distractions that used to be tolerated can become headaches and mental crashes/freezes.

Remember that icing your head and neck can help with the tension and headaches. Ibuprofen, acetaminophen or aspirin can be a big help. I buy aspirin and ibuprofen in the Costco quantities.

Hope you have a better day tomorrow.