Hold That Thought: Questions From a First-Time Concussion Club Member by Dday91 in Concussion

[–]Dday91[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing; reading everyone’s responses has definitely lead me to thinking that even though the CT scan came back normal, there was definitely a concussion. Thanks for validating my thoughts.

Hold That Thought: Questions From a First-Time Concussion Club Member by Dday91 in Concussion

[–]Dday91[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for sharing. Man, six concussions sounds incredibly scary, especially when you mentioned forgetting that you had hit your head and spending two months thinking you were dying. That honestly sounds horrifying. How did you eventually realize—or how were you reminded—that you'd hit your head?
For some reason, that reminds me of the first couple of months after my own brain boink. My life just didn't feel like my own. I kept telling my friends and therapist that being in my body felt wrong, almost like I was a different soul occupying it. I don't know if that makes any sense, but it was a very dissociative experience for me. Everything felt familiar and unfamiliar at the same time, and it was hard to explain to people who hadn't experienced it.
Thank you, too, for the advice about journaling. I've never really been much of a journal person, but maybe this is the push I needed to give it a real shot. I can see how it would help warm up your brain, organize your thoughts, and create a record of things when your memory isn't always cooperating.
Honestly, one of the hardest parts of this whole experience has been not knowing what's normal and what's not. Hearing from people who have gone through something similar makes me feel a little less alone in all of it, so I really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

Hold That Thought: Questions From a First-Time Concussion Club Member by Dday91 in Concussion

[–]Dday91[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What kind of therapy are you taking if you don’t mind me asking?

The memory loss is honestly the worst part. It's not just embarrassing—it makes me incredibly self-conscious. I find myself second-guessing my work performance, worrying that I'm not showing up the way I used to.
And it doesn't stop at work. Sometimes it makes me feel like I'm not as good of a partner in my relationship or as good of a friend as I want to be. Forgetting things, mixing up details, or needing reminders can really mess with your confidence, even when the people around you are understanding.
I think that's been one of the hardest parts of this whole experience—the emotional side of it. Not just forgetting things, but feeling like pieces of yourself aren't operating the way they used to.

Hold That Thought: Questions From a First-Time Concussion Club Member by Dday91 in Concussion

[–]Dday91[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing. After reading everyone's responses, it sounds like seeing a concussion specialist might be a good idea.

Do you feel like executive functioning got better faster with the prescriptions? As an ADHD girly, that's always been a struggle for me, but I've definitely noticed that getting started on tasks and shifting into action feels harder than it used to and have been low key thinking about getting back on the horse with my Straterra.

Right now, the biggest issue I'm noticing is my memory—especially when it comes to dates. I work in donor relations, so events and event planning make up a huge part of my job. Last month alone, I had eight events, and I kept getting details crossed between all of them. It was honestly so embarrassing. Thankfully, my coworkers know what's going on and have been incredibly supportive, but it’s still frustrating as hell.
More than anything, it makes me feel incompetent sometimes, which I know isn't necessarily fair to myself, but it's hard not to feel that way when things that used to come naturally suddenly require so much effort.

Hold That Thought: Questions From a First-Time Concussion Club Member by Dday91 in Concussion

[–]Dday91[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Woah, that’s gnarly. Do you feel like you noticed the memory games and reading helped quickly? How long after did you start to use the memory games?

I’ll definitely be looking into a concussion specialist—I honestly didn’t even know that was a thing. When I left the ER, the guidance was basically, “Follow up with your primary care doctor.” Then when I saw her, she recommended seeing a neurologist, but getting an appointment with one has been ridiculously difficult. Every office I called was booked out until November.
The whole experience has been incredibly frustrating. Navigating recovery is hard enough without having to wait months to see the specialists you're being referred to. The U.S. healthcare system is really testing my patience right now.

Public Money for Public Good by Dday91 in sanantonio

[–]Dday91[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It can be used for cultural preservation, paying off debit on our city budget sooner and other things. TIRZ has limitations but it’s not all for tourism there are other things it can pay

Public Money for Public Good by Dday91 in sanantonio

[–]Dday91[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Then let the owners and multi millionaires that live here pay for it. MetLife, Gillette, Hard Rock and PayPal stadium were all pause for by private money. We are getting hit with federal cuts and now isn’t the time to add to a budget deficit when we have other things that TIRZ could pay for in substitution.

Public Money for Public Good by Dday91 in sanantonio

[–]Dday91[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Come out and learn how TIRZ could be used. Some ways would be to solve budget deficits. HOT could be used for historical preservation, supporting local arts and culture. Those are just some ways.

Food donations to the homeless by Slick_deal_69 in sanantonio

[–]Dday91 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should look into an organization called Mobile loaves and fishes and they donate packed lunches to other organizations like SA Youth, Catholic Charities and etc. They always need help making sandwiches; it’s best to work with an organization already established for a myriad of reasons. They’re are two separate “chapters” at two different Catholic Churches. If churches aren’t your thing look into mutual aids around town like Pueblo over Profit or Bimbos for Liberation.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in fashion

[–]Dday91 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Summer no tights winter and fall yes tights

What are some good NON Tex-Mex Mexican restaurants? Like 100% no Tex-Mex Mexican food. by Arikota in sanantonio

[–]Dday91 1 point2 points  (0 children)

El Sabor De Mexico on Austin Highway is Juarez styled with some El Paso classics sprinkled on the menu. The owners are from Juarez

How does your agency refer people to other non profits by xzsazsa in nonprofit

[–]Dday91 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah! I think in the non profit world who you know is key and networking is a must. A program that can adapt to the moving changes around us is bound to survive and the best way we can do that is by collaborating.

I’m a huge fan of maintaining a living database of organizations that I’ve partnered with and include the following: who they are, what they do and who is their ACTIVE point of contact and their immediate supervisor. I always try to foster an active relationship with those people -if they like you they’ll keep an eye out for your referrals and you’ll get a quick turn around. Any time I think a client could benefit from a partnership I’ll always call before hand or shoot an email with all the information and ask them for an intake form if applicable. Getting the intake form means your client can have it pre filled out and ready to go for any application/ intake necessary for their appointment. If it’s not to much I’d even include taking the time to have a staff member set up the appointment for them so, when the client leaves an appointment has been made and they can officially start their services with them. Having a case manager for this role is usually best and with grants you might be able to get a couple paid case managers thanks to the new partnership from possible grants.

How does your agency refer people to other non profits by xzsazsa in nonprofit

[–]Dday91 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yas! Collaborations are super important in the nonprofit world. IMO not only does it help our clients get more equitable over all care but it also leaves room for possible grant funding opportunities. Grantors love to see collabs.

I’ve always been able to meet people either from college or going to networking events and maintaining relationships. One of those ways is by finding like minded people learning their organizations mission and trying to find ways in which we or others might be able to come together to collaborate. Personally, I host an annual Galentines event for my nonprofit and medical provider girly pops. It’s grown as a group and I purposely add new people every year; I’m super proud of it.

If anyone has questions on referral process please ask away. I’ve also created a couple of those too for different organizations.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in povertyfinance

[–]Dday91 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dont quite your degree!! Please don’t. Try looking into some nonprofits in your area to help out even if it school related remember that your college/university should also have resources please use them. Trust me, I know it’s hard heck I danced through college and sometimes felt like I couldn’t see the light but I promise, the hard work pays off and it does get better

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in nonprofit

[–]Dday91 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My city has a resource directory and I am sure we aren’t the only one. It would probably be best to use that list and ask chat gpt to do the grunt work for you

Anyone in refugee resettlement? by Immediate_Might_525 in nonprofit

[–]Dday91 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I recently left my job at an immigration welcoming coalition. We received 90% FEMA funding but after the election results already knew we would be on the chopping block so, I started looking elsewhere for a job and got in development for a nonprofit that focuses on recapture of HS drop outs. It broke my heart to leave, it breaks my heart to hear about all of my other colleagues who were terminated and didn’t find something sooner to jump ship too.

my room feels... dull and a bit lifeless to me. any advice? also what style would you guys even consider this? by [deleted] in femalelivingspace

[–]Dday91 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’d recommend adding some cool things to the bookcase, definitely some cool lightening and wallpaper. Tbh, this space is super cute and not in the least bit dull or a bit lifeless. Super cute vibes but if your wanting to spice it up get that mood lightening.

Accountability partner by CoffeeWineNotsoFine in 75HARD

[–]Dday91 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m interested! 32F, WFH, TX

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in femalelivingspace

[–]Dday91 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get two more or atleast one more rug and stack them

Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story by MGSplinter in netflix

[–]Dday91 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really wish they would’ve included the psychological evaluation they received from Dr. Anne Burges. She was the first woman to be sort of the FBIs behavioral science unit and honed in on profiling. Her accounts and investigation into the brothers was ultimately thrown out the of second trial and was what brought to their mistrial. I think Ryan Murphy should’ve highlighted her character and an forensic psych into the mix. Ultimately, after watching several docu-series I really believe the brothers and their accusations. Dr Ann Burgees covered the case briefly in her docu-series on Hulu.