Food for thought

Saw the neurologist this week for a re-assessment of my mental status following the concussion I had in January.  I feel that my short term memory has become very poor, and David says that my personality has changed.  The doctor disagreed Saying that the test show no deterioration, and that my metal status is average for my age. He had a short, private chat with David, and then a longer chat with both of us--a gentle non-threatening chat, verbally casting no blame.  He explained that he felt that the changes are the result of an interference with my mental retrieval system, probably caused by stress, and that some of that stress  is self-induced.  He suggested the usual life-style precautions--eat healthy foods, get lots of exercise, get lots of sleep, and don't use a lot of sleep aids.

The last few days have involved a lot of navel gazing, but also some action.  Thursday I tackled all of the three studio tasks work that have been plaguing my mind for weeks. Working in the studio gives me a lot of thinking time.  Getting that work started helps me relax.  I have also made a vow not not worry about anything that may occur more than a week away.

It will take a few weeks to see if my strategies work, but it feels better already.

Cathy, has there been any progress with your leg.  It sounds as thought you're doing the right things for now, but do you have an appointment with the specialist yet?