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Bethany

Yes, in a way it has but I think it may be in a good way. I am not able to drive and take myself where I need to go but then again my parents take me to places I need to go such as work, school, church, etc. So at least its not easy for me to go do things that may get me in trouble...LOL

35 months ago

Bob

Granted that I still have troubles with my short term memory, but what my major obstacle seems to be in life, is being able to interact with others. Every job that I have had, svae a few, I have been able to do to the best of my ability, but what has gotten me into trouble has been my attitude. And that is not good.

35 months ago

BARB

My stamina and balance are always at issue, so my life has become much smaller now.  I miss my old life.  But the life I am carving out is good too. 

I am fortunate, that I am able to drive short distances--however since I live in a very rural area, those trips are pretty limited.  I never thought I would envy those who were on a busline--but I do at times. 

I am no longer 'working' the job I had when I was hurt.  I maintain my small farm, raise my critters, hope to open my guest quarters (B&B type thing) and put one foot in front of the other as many days in a row as I can. 

35 months ago

James

it has completely changed my life.  before tbi i drive anywhere i wanted to, lived with my girlfriend, ran a bar together, played in a band, was fully able to walk jump and run around go up and down stairs aka fully mobile.  now i live at my parents house hardly see my friends,  can't play in the band, can't drive, have trouble talking, have trouble walking, can't run or jump, don't have a girlfriend.

i feel like im in jail within my body.

35 months ago

Brian

I entered other, because I don't really know how much it has effected my life because my TBI happened when I was 3. I do know it has had a proffound effect on my life though. I spent 32 years in a downward spiral of failures one after another and depression and frustration, never knowing why. I was always an outsider, never fitting in with anyone, and the few friends I had, I always kept at arms length.

I have told people before I don't feel entirely human. I feel like an alien trying to pretend to be human. I don't quite understand how to behave like a normal person. I have never been normal, so I have no idea how I should be. I built up a wall to protect myself from the pain of rejection, and as such I can't really interact with other people. I fell most comfortable when I am alone at my computer. When I am around other people, it only reminds me how awkward I feel. Despite this I was desperately lonely. I needed social interaction, but when I had social interaction, I craved being alone.

Now I have my fiance, Brandy, who also has a TBI, and we understand each other better than anyone else ever has. I'm not lonely anymore, and she has helped me break out of my shell, but I still crave being alone sometimes. I sometimes feel overwhelmed by all the activity and the socializing she does. We balance each other out, I act as a brake on her enthusiasm, and impulsiveness, and she acts as a stimulant to get me moving and doing the things that have to be done. It leads to friction sometimes, but on the whole it is a good thing I think.

So yeah it has affected my life dramaticly, but I have nothing really to compare it to.

35 months ago

Kindan

It has affected my life in so many ways. Some of them are irratating like I'm very easily irritated and I'm always tired no matter how much sleep I get.  But I really think most of the ways it's affected my life are good, now that I had time to think about it. I now know I can handle anything. I am very scared about starting school in the fall but I keep reminding myself that if I can beat all odds against me living, ever waking up, let alone driving, I can do ANYTHING! 

35 months ago

david reid

I have lapses. And the older I am getting, the more my short termed memory is lasping. Rest, sleep, and controling my enviroment still let me remain functional, but I have limitations. But - I still write and try to give life a good try - even when I am scared and feel like shutting myself away.

35 months ago

penny

It has effected me my life is hard and i am on a IEP it can be hard sometimes but not allways.

34 months ago

Roger

My time on TBI. has me asking ? on different catagories when I 'm given the chance to think of them. I know i'll come up with something for an answer now & then. If I dont I'll ask someone. You see what I'm saying , I'll ask someone who has an idea on what to say. Don't give up on nothing. It helps to be helped sometimes. I hope I'm not waisting     no ones time here. I just had to let you know. , what can go through sometimes. Tack my word I'm not kidding. Just take care of yourself & don't give up. I'ts 6:36 am. & I have to go now it's Easter time now & I want all of you all to have a wonderful time. Good mourning to all & have a great day in life. CYA

                                                                                                                                                                 Roger Rawlins

34 months ago

Jenette

My TBI has changed my life so much.  I believe it is for the good though.  It's changed relationships and friendships.  It's hard to imagine if my life were different.

30 months ago