It's more of a conscious effort not to get into the mud-slinging match, which in itself is tiring. I just work with some very inconsiderate people that were hard to deal with before my concussion. I have a good situation in that I have no issues going for a walk to regroup. I have a few trusted friends at work that understand. Just talking to them helps me regroup. At home my husband has been marvelous, even though he has had the same virus/cough. Even my 7 year old is great. He knows that I will still play with him, but I just get tired faster (and won't do anything that might risk a bonk on the head). Again, it's just very, very tiring and a life lesson in the making.
I know that I am lucky that things aren't worse and for that I am thankful, but it's still difficult to deal with, so thanks for being here and understanding.