Does anybody turn down things that can help them, for fear of others?

[ej0820]

Hey all,

So, I mentioned in the "But you look so good" post that I will not use one of those motorized scooter things in the grocery, even on days where I could really use it, for fear out of the reactions of others. I used my grandmother's handicapped parking tag a few times just to run and get things on days where I was having trouble-the looks I got were outrageous! I realize I look healthy but you would have thought I had stolen something precious, or hit someone with my car, just by parking close enough to not keel over in the parking lot (with or without my intended purchases). I usually am ok just parking as close as I can, or hanging on a shopping cart taking it slow, but do any of you resist certain things like these just to spare aggravation?

 

[ej0820]

Hey all,

So, I mentioned in the "But you look so good" post that I will not use one of those motorized scooter things in the grocery, even on days where I could really use it, for fear out of the reactions of others. I used my grandmother's handicapped parking tag a few times just to run and get things on days where I was having trouble-the looks I got were outrageous! I realize I look healthy but you would have thought I had stolen something precious, or hit someone with my car, just by parking close enough to not keel over in the parking lot (with or without my intended purchases). I usually am ok just parking as close as I can, or hanging on a shopping cart taking it slow, but do any of you resist certain things like these just to spare aggravation?

 

[ej0820]

Hey all,
<br />
<br />So, I mentioned in the "But you look so good" post that I will not use one of those motorized scooter things in the grocery, even on days where I could really use it, for fear out of the reactions of others. I used my grandmother's handicapped parking tag a few times just to run and get things on days where I was having trouble-the looks I got were outrageous! I realize I look healthy but you would have thought I had stolen something precious, or hit someone with my car, just by parking close enough to not keel over in the parking lot (with or without my intended purchases). I usually am ok just parking as close as I can, or hanging on a shopping cart taking it slow, but do any of you resist certain things like these just to spare aggravation?

 

[CountryGirl]

I sometimes will not carry around my O2 in public, i'll just walk extra slow so as not to make my sats drop as much. Also I will do anything to avoid having to use those motorized scooters...pre tx I used it once in Target and I didn't really get any dirty looks but I felt bad for using it just cause I wasn't old...only when I had to go backwards though, cause it makes those loud beeping noises!
Also, I try not to have to use a wheelchair, except in the hospital, then Im up for using it all.

I know that my lung function is barely there and I still refuse to use things that will make my life easier. My friends even offer to help me aka carry me up stairs etc and I won't have it. I think part of it is pride.

 

[CountryGirl]

I sometimes will not carry around my O2 in public, i'll just walk extra slow so as not to make my sats drop as much. Also I will do anything to avoid having to use those motorized scooters...pre tx I used it once in Target and I didn't really get any dirty looks but I felt bad for using it just cause I wasn't old...only when I had to go backwards though, cause it makes those loud beeping noises!
Also, I try not to have to use a wheelchair, except in the hospital, then Im up for using it all.

I know that my lung function is barely there and I still refuse to use things that will make my life easier. My friends even offer to help me aka carry me up stairs etc and I won't have it. I think part of it is pride.

 

[CountryGirl]

I sometimes will not carry around my O2 in public, i'll just walk extra slow so as not to make my sats drop as much. Also I will do anything to avoid having to use those motorized scooters...pre tx I used it once in Target and I didn't really get any dirty looks but I felt bad for using it just cause I wasn't old...only when I had to go backwards though, cause it makes those loud beeping noises!
<br />Also, I try not to have to use a wheelchair, except in the hospital, then Im up for using it all.
<br />
<br />I know that my lung function is barely there and I still refuse to use things that will make my life easier. My friends even offer to help me aka carry me up stairs etc and I won't have it. I think part of it is pride.

 

[MCGrad2006]

I know this isn't something physical that people would necessarily notice...but I am putting off going on anti-anxiety medication. I am terrified of side effects and only wish that i could control the anxiety on my own. Holding off on the meds may seem like I am stalling, but this is not something physically wrong...so I feel as if I should be able to shake it off so to speak. Every other med I have been on is because there is something wrong, like my cough is worse or I have an allergic reaction.

I definitely agree with Anna...it is totally a pride thing with me. I want to prove that I can handle what life throws my way.

I also often refuse help from others like she said.

 

[MCGrad2006]

I know this isn't something physical that people would necessarily notice...but I am putting off going on anti-anxiety medication. I am terrified of side effects and only wish that i could control the anxiety on my own. Holding off on the meds may seem like I am stalling, but this is not something physically wrong...so I feel as if I should be able to shake it off so to speak. Every other med I have been on is because there is something wrong, like my cough is worse or I have an allergic reaction.

I definitely agree with Anna...it is totally a pride thing with me. I want to prove that I can handle what life throws my way.

I also often refuse help from others like she said.

 

[MCGrad2006]

I know this isn't something physical that people would necessarily notice...but I am putting off going on anti-anxiety medication. I am terrified of side effects and only wish that i could control the anxiety on my own. Holding off on the meds may seem like I am stalling, but this is not something physically wrong...so I feel as if I should be able to shake it off so to speak. Every other med I have been on is because there is something wrong, like my cough is worse or I have an allergic reaction.
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<br />I definitely agree with Anna...it is totally a pride thing with me. I want to prove that I can handle what life throws my way.
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<br />I also often refuse help from others like she said.