I Have Been Discharged!
Finally, I know I haven't written in so long but I figured this momentous day deserves a blog post. Today I was officially discharged by my doctor, she said that I can begin to say 'I had CFS' rather than 'I have CFS; which is such a great feeling. I want to let everyone out there still going through it that one day you can too. When you are in the middle of the storm it feels like it will never end but you really can get through it, and one day you will.
Just an update, I am now at university studying History, I hold down a part-time job and still manage to have a social life. I have come so far from where I used to be where washing my hair would wear me out. I really think having a positive attitude and not giving up is key; no matter what stage you're at. It is important to remember that you cannot compare yourself to other people, if you are making progress for YOU, be proud of that. It's one step at a time but eventually, you will reach your goal. I found it really helpful setting myself goals, that are attainable. Even this year, when I don't experience CFS symptoms anymore, my new year's resolution is to set attainable goals. That may be laughable to some people but its important. Don't let yourself get overwhelmed by the situation you may be in, it's important to look at things more short-term than you may have originally. So if you're at the point where your goal is to wash your hair by yourself then give yourself a pat on the back when you do achieve that. Keep making little steps, because one day it will mean being able to do all that you want, CFS free.
So don't give up and one day you will achieve your goals. Anyone can, I started this blog in 2013 at the height of my CFS, my life now in 2017 is how I was forever wishing it could be like, it is achievable and you can get through it.
Good luck,
Lizzie.
I would love it if you left comments below telling me about your experiences. Or if you want to ask me anything personally, email me at ateenwithcfs@gmail.com
Finally, I know I haven't written in so long but I figured this momentous day deserves a blog post. Today I was officially discharged by my doctor, she said that I can begin to say 'I had CFS' rather than 'I have CFS; which is such a great feeling. I want to let everyone out there still going through it that one day you can too. When you are in the middle of the storm it feels like it will never end but you really can get through it, and one day you will.
Just an update, I am now at university studying History, I hold down a part-time job and still manage to have a social life. I have come so far from where I used to be where washing my hair would wear me out. I really think having a positive attitude and not giving up is key; no matter what stage you're at. It is important to remember that you cannot compare yourself to other people, if you are making progress for YOU, be proud of that. It's one step at a time but eventually, you will reach your goal. I found it really helpful setting myself goals, that are attainable. Even this year, when I don't experience CFS symptoms anymore, my new year's resolution is to set attainable goals. That may be laughable to some people but its important. Don't let yourself get overwhelmed by the situation you may be in, it's important to look at things more short-term than you may have originally. So if you're at the point where your goal is to wash your hair by yourself then give yourself a pat on the back when you do achieve that. Keep making little steps, because one day it will mean being able to do all that you want, CFS free.
So don't give up and one day you will achieve your goals. Anyone can, I started this blog in 2013 at the height of my CFS, my life now in 2017 is how I was forever wishing it could be like, it is achievable and you can get through it.
Good luck,
Lizzie.
I would love it if you left comments below telling me about your experiences. Or if you want to ask me anything personally, email me at ateenwithcfs@gmail.com
