“Tinnitus Truths”

“Nonsense” is my second name I’ll have you know.

 

Still my favorite thread, Dave. Happy New Year!

 

Dear Emma
Thank you for this encouraging post.
Like many of us, I guess, I have times when I really doubt my ability to come through, when I start to fear other outcomes; but as you say, I am still here, still meditating, still able to access kind and knowledgeable people on here.
I have noticed that some troubled members seem to deal with this condition on their own, and advocate that method.

That would never suite me.
I look on here every day.
I am a sociable creature, I know that I need support, and if I think it is possible that I may be able to support somebody else, then I will always try.
Bless your heart Ems,
Dave x
Jazzer

 

Yesterday, I attended an in-person support group. I had to drive an hour and a half each way to get there and back, not to mention the cost of the gasoline. But it was worth it. There was a new person who was quite upset and hasn't been sleeping. Her doctors were of no help.

The audiologist that sponsors the group went on about explaining all that is known and mostly unknown about tinnitus. Including that that caffeine, nicotine, sugar, salt, artificial sweeteners were triggers. The new person was getting more upset and I'd have to say, it was all a bit depressing as I sat there listening. @Jazzer, your Kilroy cartoon perfectly captures the atmosphere in the room!

We also touched on relaxation and meditation and mindfulness. That's when things stared to pick up. Pillow speakers and melatonin were suggested to the new person. By time the meeting was over, she was feeling better because she had a couple of things to look into and said she'd like to come back next month. In the meantime she did not use the internet and had a flip phone without internet access.

This thing we have is quite the emotional roller coaster. How did those before us manage this hell without the ability to log on and get an infusion of support as needed?

 

Dave, Tinnitus Talk is a quite a special place, as all of us who have been "dealt this hand" know only too well. This is the one place that I can come to find empathy, understanding and more importantly, friendship.

Exactly. Fortunately for us, TT exists.

 

My friendships on here are really important to me, and help me to ‘coast past’ the occasional misunderstandings and arguments. X

 

It's not a perfect world, this is true. I think misunderstandings and arguments can often end up taking us to a place of understanding and mutual respect. It is said that we should not raise our voices, instead we should improve our argument.

~ May every word that is ever spoken by our mouths or typed by our fingers be words that lift up and never words that tear down ~

 

I just want to say “hello” to some of my favourite people that I haven’t heard from just lately:
@glynis , @Nanny chocolate , @TracyJS , @Starthrower , @Bam , @Jcb.....
Sorry to those I have failed to remember...

I hope everybody is okay?
Well, in truth I know that is almost certainly too much to hope for, but I hope you are all sort of almost okay-ish, a bit, some of the time.
That sounds pretty much like me, by the way.

Love to all of you lovely ‘peeps,’
{{{{{ BIG HUGS }}}}}

Dave x
Jazzer
xxxxx

 

Hi Dave. My daughter has just got married so all very lovely for her and she is off to
Australia for 3 months in 3 weeks time. T continues to torment but I don’t post anymore just look at comments.
A bit okayish some of the time sounds pretty spot on.
Big hugs back to you.
Eve x
@Jazzer

 

Hi Nanny Chocolate. How lovely for your daughter, indeed. Australia is one place that I have always wanted to visit.
I noticed you had not posted in a long while. The same could be said about me I suppose. I do take longish breaks every now and then, mostly to take the focus off of my tinnitus and direct it elsewhere.

My tinnitus has not changed since the beginning, in that the pitch/loudness has been consistent. However, I have come to a place of acceptance.

 

Hi there. I found it counter productive to be on TT all the time although I do pm with somebody.
My T is the same and some days it’s easier to manage than others as you well know. I’m back to working now, part time only which is how it’s been for a long time.
She is so excited about her trip AND 3 months off work.
Lovely to hear from you and I hope you continue to thrive xx
@emmalee

 

Sorry if I rattled your cage Nanny.
Best wishes
Dave x

 

@Jazzer,
Hope you had a amazing holiday.
Here's a Chester photo update.
love glynis

 

“WOW - So Lovely glynis.
I bet you are like me.
I talk to my babies all the time.
All three usually come up the stairs into my bedroom in the mornings, and I say:
“Hello sweetheart - are you okay baby?”
I talk to them all day long.
Honestly glynis - I’m as ‘silly as a box of lights.’
I am so pleased you have him just now.
Lovely company for you - a very good move.
Take care - and keep your cuddle muscles toned up, ready for next time babe.
Dave x
Jazzer

 

@Jazzer,
my big boy Mason whom sleeps all night on my bed...

 

@glynis - Swoon swoon- I love them every one. xx

 

Hi my buddy @Jazzer!!!! And @glynis and everyone...

Still here but not on line much. Always love the kitty photos.

Lots of rain here which is not the norm.

 

Hi @Starthrower
- thank goodness we’re still buddies xxx
Dave x
Jazzer

 

Thank-you so much, Nanny Chocolate.

 

@glynis

Oh my, Mason and Chester are so lovely. Cats make wonderful pets, I am envious of all the cat people here.

 

Your post made think of a cartoon that I came across some time ago, Glynnis.

 

@Jazzer
Riley says hello!

 

Hi Riley
You’re a sweetheart - so lovely.
Thank you for helping us to look after your lovely mum.
We all love her, but you’re close enough to give her a cuddle.
Very best wishes to you and Tracy,
from
Dave & Percy
and all of us at TT
that care so much,
xxx

 

Be gentle, always delicate with every soul you meet, for every single morning you wake up, there is someone wishing silently and secretly, that they had not ~