Jerry -- thanks for the analogy and for the advice. I am still adjusting to retirement (which I probably put off longer than I should have, considering my health issues) and getting out of bed in the morning with my hair on fire while working. I don't like not being able to do things -- perhaps I should get used to it as I age? Your idea to come at it from a different angle is good advice. Some things may just have to viewed differently. On the upside, I really do enjoy the sound of slower music. I just hate missing an opportunity to learn more. I think I have the option sit in and to contribute as I can. I guess that's part of it -- I want to feel like I'm making a contribution. It just may have to be in a different way. Thanks again -- it's good not to feel alone with this condition. If others have acclimated to it -- I guess I can too.
It seems you get excited (involved emotionally - what else can one do if they really enjoy making music?) and the adrenaline jumps up. I'd not give up on things enjoyable, just try to approach them differently.
AFib has caused me to give up running (10 minute miles - some call this jogging) in mid 2007. There were a few years I had hope of regaining NSR and getting back to running (helped me eat what I like and not get fat). I have not returned to running, guess I never will. BUT, I could do a lot more walking at an exercise level - maybe the cool weather will get me back to more exercise. I present this as a real example and hope it can be analogous to a change of pace in music.... good luck, and don't give up.