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Jeff Bowdish Overcomes Chronic Fatigue and Glare to Read Books Again
Jeff Bowdish · Recorded 6/26/2026
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Jeff Bowdish credits MyVisionFirst with restoring his ability to read books and eliminating chronic evening fatigue. After being told by neurologists and optometrists that his eyes and brain were healthy, Jeff used neuro-optometry to resolve severe glare sensitivity and sensory overload, allowing him to enjoy the outdoors and drive comfortably at night.
At a glance
- Primary Use Case
- Chronic fatigue, glare sensitivity, and reading difficulties
- Reported Result
- Restored ability to read and eliminated 7 PM fatigue
- Time to Value
- Not stated
“I would run out of energy about 7 o'clock at night and just be so fatigued. I don't have any of that now.”
“I could see the words, but it was just too difficult. I just want to be able to read a book. And that, definitely I've been able to do that.”
“I'd recommend My Vision First if you're experiencing any sort of issues or symptoms to where you walk into a mall and you're just overwhelmed by the stimulus.”
The interview
What changes have you noticed since working with MyVisionFirst?
Number one, I have more confidence. I enjoy going outside. I don't have glare as much, and I would run out of energy about 7 o'clock at night and just be so fatigued. I don't have any of that now. So I've noticed just tremendous improvements with that, and I want to be outside. Didn't want that before.
What symptoms were you struggling with before starting treatment?
I was struggling with several symptoms that were impacting my lifestyle and where I would live and basically what I was comfortable doing that was not creating tremendous amount of stress. Had not been able to sit down and read a book; I could see the words, but it was just too difficult. I was struggling with distance and glare.
What other solutions did you try before finding MyVisionFirst?
I would go to the doctor and say, 'Hey, I've got pressure on my eyes.' The optometrist said my eyes looked good and were very healthy. Then I went to a neurologist because I literally thought I was losing my mind, and the neurologist said I was healthy and my brain was great. I even dropped 50, 60 pounds and changed my lifestyle habits, but the eyes kept having problems.
How did you first learn about MyVisionFirst?
I learned about My Vision First from a podcast and realized in discussion that I had a lot of the symptoms, if not all of the symptoms that they were talking about.
What surprised you most about the experience?
I think what surprised me the most was my initial consultation when my expectations were low, and I was informed that the stuff I'd already done in my life was much harder than what they were gonna do. They asked me what would be a successful outcome, and I said, 'I just want to be able to read a book.' And that, definitely I've been able to do that.
Who would you recommend this therapy to?
I'd recommend My Vision First if you're experiencing any sort of issues or symptoms to where you walk into a mall and you're just overwhelmed by the stimulus from all the different lights. If you're driving at night and the bright lights coming at you are affecting a problem, or if you're just exhausted at night, even though you're really healthy.
Frequently asked
Can vision therapy help if my optometrist says my eyes are healthy?
Yes. Jeff Bowdish was told by both an optometrist and a neurologist that he was healthy, yet he still struggled with glare and reading. MyVisionFirst identified the underlying functional vision issues that standard exams missed.
Will vision therapy work if I have low expectations for recovery?
Jeff Bowdish admitted his expectations were low during his initial consultation. However, the team at MyVisionFirst assured him he would see tremendous improvements, which he ultimately achieved by regaining his ability to read and stay energized.
Is vision therapy effective for adults experiencing sensory overload?
Jeff Bowdish found significant relief from being overwhelmed by lights in malls and bright headlights while driving. He recommends the therapy for anyone struggling with environmental stimuli or exhaustion.
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About MyVisionFirst

MyVisionFirst
Official site: myvisionfirst.com/storiesMyVisionFirst is a specialist in functional vision care and neuro-optometry, focusing on the critical connection between the eyes and the brain. Led by Dr. Bryce Appelbaum, the clinic provides award-winning vision therapy and rehabilitation to address complex conditions that standard eye exams often miss. They serve patients of all ages, helping them move beyond basic 20/20 eyesight to resolve symptoms like brain fog, reading struggles, and sensory fatigue.
- Industry
- Ophthalmology Services
Topics
- neuro-optometry
- vision therapy
- retired professional
- reading recovery
- fatigue relief
- sensory processing
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