Buying some more time

Concussion update

Hi friends,

Thank you for your patience as I ease back into work and play. While the worst of my headaches and nausea are behind me, I’m still struggling with my activity level. I’m not nearly as productive, sharp, or energized as I’m used to. The doctors tell me the only way to recover is to fight the urge to power through. This quick note is a small attempt at that. (I’m sure my guilt for not releasing a “real” edition will be apparent to many of you.)

Despite my newfound appreciation for the miracle that is the human brain (seriously, we all need to thank our noggins waaaaay more often), the biggest lesson I’ve learned from this experience is that my default is to always push through. I think it’s ingrained in our culture. Grind, power through, be resilient. It’s hard to turn off that impulse. It’s difficult not to feel like I’m letting people down or getting left behind.

I guess what I’m getting at is that somehow it’s easier when the work looks like work. It’s harder when the work looks like rest.

With all that said, I have seen much improvement since the concussion. I am absolutely on the mend. It’s just going to take a little while to feel like my full self. I’m hoping to publish regularly scheduled posts next week (including the Wednesday send for my beloved paid subs). Until then, enjoy your weekend! Thank you for all the well wishes and checking in.

ily bye,

Ariana