I had never been in an accident until last September of '22. I got rear ended (similar situation, 2 miles before that video I posted) in my BMW. Then in May '23 rear ended with the TM3. Both times, the other driver just wasn't paying attention.
I have PT 2x a week, have had several back procedures and neck procedures (herniated discs in neck and back which caused nerve pain). Getting old sucks. My <2 year old was in the car for both. The first one he cried only when I yelled out from back pain at the time of impact. The second one, the impact was worse, he cried on impact, but was fine both times.
The good thing about if yours is totaled is, you can now upgrade!
Honestly, if my 3 was as bad as yours, I would be hoping it is totaled. I'm not sure I would want that one back...
Neck and back pain is no joke, be careful with pain meds... The fear will go away with time. Just look at it like this, I've been driving since I was 9 (grew up overseas), I'm 44 now, it took until I was 43 (34 years) to get into an accident. Other than the fact I have been in 2 in one year, the chances of getting into an accident are really really low. Just get back on the horse...
I'm just glad my son is ok, that's all I cared about...