I think if we let ourselves get really mad at those that really don't understand we will just find ourselves angry ALL THE TIME.

The truth is THEY DON'T UNDERSTAND. Can you really be mad at someone that can't relate to how you feel?
Don't let the anger eat at you.

Thinking someone who has not broken their back or experiended this type of serious injury will understand what you are going through is a waste of energy. If you have never lived it... even your most understanding well meaning friend will never really understand.

We have to be the understanding ones. I understand that my family will never know what it feels like to have so many broken bones so I accept that. I laugh along with them and I accept it. I except that some days will be harder than others.

It is the only way you will be happy again Mr.devious and Lip.
You actually are doing what is best when you comment here looking for others that can understand exactly what you are going through.

I think that we feel quilty a lot of the time. I bet you felt bad because you really wanted to help move the furniture with your friends so maybe your guilt compounded your anger a little and you may have taken the remarks you overheard a little more to heart than you would normally.

Just don't let their comments get to you. They don't understand so it is not really their fault.

laughing things off is good and it is ok when an innocent remark really gets to you.... somedays are harder than others just know that things will get better and don't let it play in your head too long.

I am glad you are here Mr.D and you too Lip...I know exactly how you feel. Back injuries can make your entire body hurt. Just know its OK to have bad days....and savor the good ones

On bad days I like to find really funny videos and laugh my ass off.....

This is a great place to hang out when you need to cheer up