Chronic Disease and Invitations, Parties, Dinners and such

Invitations, parties, dinners
Do you hardly go out any more? And having guests wears you out too? These days you don't invite anyone over any more? You hardly meet people at home or outdoors? You never accept any invitations?
Please go. Force yourself. Plan an outing. Invite friends over. Ask them to cook for you. Anything.
Why?
Do you really have to ask?
Tips and ideas for going out
Choose
Only join when you really want to. Be selfish. Use your energy well. Discuss only topics you enjoy. Decide in advance who you need to see. Plan your visit in this respect. Only talk about yourself if you want to. You enjoy the reception but hate the dinner? Tell them exactly when you shall arrive and leave. Exactly the opposite feelings? Attend dinner and excuse yourself for not joining them at the reception.

Go!
Let people know you would love to come, but you may have to call with last-minute changes to your schedule. Yet remind yourself to use this option rare. It's good to see people.
Ask for support if you need it.
Wouldn't you love to help someone else? Most people do. Can you manage yourself? Good for you, please do.
If not, request someone to assist you on your outing. To drive you, fetch your food, stand beside you, etc. Make clear arrangements, explain your expectations. Ask the hosts if you can bring someone to help you.
Staying home
Invite friends or family at your home. One by one or as a group. Tell them you may need to cancel everything. Real friends don't care. They offer you that option. Are glad to. Tell them whether you want to talk about your condition or not. And then change your mind and let them know. Why not? Nothing wrong with that, is there?
Not going?
If you really can't make it, have your friends or family tell you what happened. Enjoy their stories. Participate through them. Make sure to tell people you appreciate the invitation and maybe next occasion you are be able to come. Being invited is important, I think. It makes you feel connected even if you can't attent.

Going out, invitations and parties