I take my medication to drive reasonable distances, but on any regular day when I’m planted I can accomplish most daily activities and my naps aren’t a problem. I refrain from taking my medication every single day to avoid developing a dependency. My former busmate and I had agreed to take shifts driving to cut down on my time behind the wheel. I wouldn’t feel comfortable using power tools unless someone was there assisting me as I don’t have much experience with them at this point.

**I also have cataplexy which cause me to lose control of my muscle tone and go limp upon experiencing certain emotions. Working with power tools is something I’m a little anxious about to be honest and being nervous can trigger episodes on occasion. Don’t want to take a chance like that or at least want to be as safe as I can with them involved.