[Victoria'smom]

My concentration is shot. I haven't really been doing anything. So I've decided I have to have 6 productive hours. Away from the computer. I'm going to learn to draw using a kids home school curriculum. My husband thinks I'm weird but I can't focus enough to do adult programs. I'm hoping to amp it up to make it college level art history and drawing course. Ones I complete the book I'll go back to trying to finish making curriculum I'm working on but my brain needs something remedial right now. I need to do something. I have to give up the thought this (cognitive issues) is temporary. Or that I'll ever go back to school in a traditional setting. I need to learn to rely on my resources. The hardest part of being confused most of the time is remembering that I am smart and judging myself harshly. I think this last episode really did me in.

Has anyone had to retrain themselves to think after an episode? What helped you?

[BeyondtheRainbow]

I've had times when I only could read children's books. Sometimes I still had to read the same book or two over and over because that was all I could follow. Several times through it would start to make sense.

I like your idea. Keep pushing!

[Fuzzybear]

I've also had times when I could only read childrens books, or childrens piano books. They can be fun too Great idea, learning to draw, using a kids home school curriculum. Also, yes, not judging self harshly can be the hardest part... I like your idea. Good luck!

[bpcyclist]

i am just coming out of 8 months of mania and psychosis, osr of nearly without a lot of good time in there. Now, I am down and have no concentration, no energy, cannot do anything. Can;t clean, can;t keep myself clean. I do still have energy for PC and stuff, so, that is good.

So, I do what I can. Right now, I watch thrillers and cute animal videos, bcause they at least can bring me some enjoyment. It is importand for me not to judge myself beecause I am unable to work right now. I write, that i what I do now, but I cannot write these days. Kindness to self is very important in these times.

Hang in there. Do what you can do and do not be mean to yourself. You have a badass illness of the brain. You are doing the best you can. Love and support!!!!!!!!!1

[Sometimes psychotic]

I use lumosity brain training and fish oil is critical....it activates bdnf which allows brain tissue to grow. I also read at a lower level, it better than not reading.

[bpcyclist]

What is a lumoisty?

[Sometimes psychotic]

Originally Posted by bpcyclist

What is a lumoisty?

It’s brain games that are somewhat scientifically based, you’ve gotta pay a monthly subscription though.

[mugwort2]

I like your idea of taking it with a level of comfort. Keep Do what ever you feel comfortable with. Glad you're not pushing yourself. That you're not making any higher steps until you're ready for them.

[Victoria'smom]

Thanks guys, It feels like I'm taking huge steps back. I won't have it until the end of the week. If I complete this one then I'll start learning Spanish. If my brain starts functioning I will re-do math but I have to prove I can finish something.

[~Christina]

Its good your making a plan and setting goals

[Victoria'smom]

I only did about an hr. and a half today. Maybe I'll do some more later today. If not tomorrow.

[BeyondtheRainbow]

An hour and a half is great. Don't push yourself too hard and burn out. Pace yourself and be proud of what you did today.

[~Christina]

Your doing great !

[Victoria'smom]

Thank-you guys.