Conquering fear after fall

Catsanctuary177663 · 2016-03-25T02:57:09+00:00

Hey all! I had a fall a month ago which resulted in a concussion. I was a figure skater so am used to injuries but this happened with a move I am comfortable with and happened so suddenly I had no opportunity to break my fall. I didn't even know what happened until I was on the floor. Now I am dismayed to find I have fear, especially when practicing at home. It was the fact that it happened doing a move I love, with no warning. I was in a superman, hanging out, felt nothing amiss, and then boom, down I went on my head. I sought the necessary medical attention, had a CT scan and I'm fine physically. My instructors are not at all concerned, said it will go away and are not making a big deal of it, which I appreciate. I love pole, especially being upside down, and normally have no fear of anything. Now am afraid to do laybacks and simple stuff. I know that I need to watch my thoughts and have been trying to do so, but can anyone share their stories and journey back? Thanks so much!

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Baudelaire · 4/5/2016
Thank you for the feedback @Poleisnewtome . It seems many people are finding it helpful :)