disability decision....

Question

I finally got my decision after 2 months. Its fully favorable. I know I should be happy, I am, but I still haven't come to terms with not working yet.

cash242 · Accepted Answer

I am so happy for you but do understand that it is hard. You are doing what is best for you and  your boys. Hopefully you can just worry about taking care of you. You have been through so much and are so strong....never forget that. I agree with Selma you will find your path as all of us do no matter how impacted we are....take care

JCappiello · Answer

Once again I am happy for you, yet I understand how you feel about not being able to work anymore.. I recently started seeing a psychologist because I am so distraught about the fact that I am only 26 and "disabled".. He told me I have 3 choices I can let it define me, destroy me, or strengthen me. While it may define me - I will not let is destroy me - and hopefully in time I will learn to live with my limitations and it will strengthen me... in time...

linnielou232 · Answer

I am so happy for you.  I have to appeal mine so please feel blessed your's went through.  I had the worst Judge there and his out comes were only appoval of 8 out of 87 cases so now I'm on appeal which can take up to a year.  I am so thankful for you.  Tomorrow will be a better day and whatever you will need to do that dooor will  be opened to you when it is time.  Congrats my Charian friend.  
Linda :)

cynderski · Answer

I completely understand. I have been a nurse for 17 years before becoming "disabled" by chiari. I am very thankful to have been approved for ssdi but feel very sad at the same time about the loss of my career. I love being a nurse and can't imagine not being able to work as a nurse again :(

selmaS · Answer

Hi Dana,
  Congratulations....I am sure in time u will find ur new path in life....who knows where it will lead, but I am sure u will find enjoyment in what ever u do.