Yesterday I had my first psych appointment with Noel, the psychologist who I see almost every day for neurofeedback.
The main thing we discussed was my feeling of failure. I feel for my age that I've not really accomplished anything in terms of education or career. Even though this is due to epilepsy and the surrounding depression and anxiety, I have found it a really tough thing to accept.
Noel's response was to re-frame that feeling and look at the life experience I've gained. While I might not have a degree, or a career, I've had a chance to hone in on patience and resillence!
The thing that stuck in my mind the most was Noel saying "You've had to say "No" to a lot of things, and had to put limits in place for yourself".
So, I'm just curious CWE-ers - do you feel like your epilepsy has meant you've said "No" to more things in life? How has that affected your world view?
Having said "No" to lots of things over the past five years, it's made me appreciate the opportunities to say "Yes" so much more! I feel much more at peace because of that.
Anyway, hope to hear from you. Have a nice day, CleptaK
The main thing we discussed was my feeling of failure. I feel for my age that I've not really accomplished anything in terms of education or career. Even though this is due to epilepsy and the surrounding depression and anxiety, I have found it a really tough thing to accept.
Noel's response was to re-frame that feeling and look at the life experience I've gained. While I might not have a degree, or a career, I've had a chance to hone in on patience and resillence!
The thing that stuck in my mind the most was Noel saying "You've had to say "No" to a lot of things, and had to put limits in place for yourself".
So, I'm just curious CWE-ers - do you feel like your epilepsy has meant you've said "No" to more things in life? How has that affected your world view?
Having said "No" to lots of things over the past five years, it's made me appreciate the opportunities to say "Yes" so much more! I feel much more at peace because of that.
Anyway, hope to hear from you. Have a nice day, CleptaK