Hello Natalie, Getting a wheelchair, whether manual or electric, can be quite an adjustment mentally. It was something that we had to get used to when I was in in-patient rehab, both inside the building and outside in public. But, it only took a bit of the sting out. It takes time. One thing is that you seem to see yourself differently. You also do not see as much above your eye level when out in public, unless it is far away from you. I actually hate going shopping with my husband, as he rushes by things, and always forgets what I do or do not see. There can be positive aspects too. You may be able to do things that you have struggled to do as you can sit down and move about. Just give yourself some time to adjust. I think that you will, and I know it is not the way you envisioned this part of your life. It's not mine either, but it's what you make of it that counts. Hang in there, and you can unload and vent any time you need to. Hugs to you, Barbara A
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