Recent content by javierpgomez

I should practice this! Rebranding my fear

Thanks for the encouragement! Yes, I'm continuously trying to make plans and keep doing activities I love

What was the most disheartening thing a doctor has told you about your symptoms? In 2020, during the middle of pandemic lockdowns, I was having tingling in my arm. So I did a teleconsult with a neurologist, since I had no other recourse. After giving me a diagnosis of cervical radiculopathy...

When was the last time you exercised or did another physical activity? What was this activity? How did it make you feel physically and emotionally? If it is has been a while since you last exercised, why? I actually am able to be very active. I go for hikes, and I play around in the park. I'll...

I do this a lot also. Lately I find myself thinking a lot "What if it's really serious? and I'm going to be bedridden." I know this thought isn't helping, but it keeps coming up. I'm practicing intercepting the thought and speaking it out. This forum is helping a lot in hearing other people's...

I relate to this also. I know stress triggers it- but that knowledge isn't enough to make it stop. I'll do my hikes and my activities and that seems to help. But it does feel like it's random when the pain comes and goes

I feel this a lot. Right now I'm feeling "left behind" by my peers who are able to work hard and build their careers. Meanwhile I'm feeling stuck

This is very helpful to hear. I was afraid that if I had doubts it wouldn't work for me (yet)

Thank you for sharing your story- it sounds like you're going through a lot of challenges. I hope the community can be a place for you to find support and healing. I am going through that journey too!

Write a short post about the level of acceptance you have of the TMS diagnosis, and of any doubts or worries you may have at this point. Leading up to 2020, I always had a lot of tightness in my shoulders and upper back. I figured it was because I would work out a lot- I'm a very active guy...