I think that might be something that I have done without really knowing it. I have days where tv in general is fine (though I am mostly sick of it now and only watch a handful of shows...greatly prefer the ones without commercials and try to watch them on Demand as much as possible if they are on networks with commercials).

But some days I prefer listening to music and just chilling out (hot bath is a must at those times). Most days are spent trying to do some stitching and listening to books though (at least when I am alone), with breaks throughout the day to check the internet when my hands just can't take the stitching anymore.

But I suppose I should try to look at it closer and get a better handle on why I do these things on certain days. Some days I just can't focus on a darned thing and since I am not very mobile just bounce from one thing to the next. Those are generally some of my worst days.

I have such a hard time reading anything these days and concentrating on what I am trying to read. I can do okay with stuff that I have read before in my pre-RSD days (mostly because I already know what's going on and what's going to happen)...but new things are much more difficult. But I think the stitching gives me sort of the same effect as reading, in that I have to concentrate on something (not to mention it is a good way to keep moving my hands...physical therapist said it is great exercise for me).

Thanks, everyone for all your help. I'm willing to try anything to help me get through these rough days, and every little thing I can add to my arsenal is a big win. Thanks.