Hot take: better sooner than later. I have a different view on mobility aides than most people. Short version, using mobility aides isn't giving up and using them as needed sooner than later leads to a better quality of life.
I really appreciate the TikTok creator Joseph A Kibler @josephanthonykibler. He shares his experiences and addresses ableism from the outside and the internal able-ism many of us wrestle as Spoonies.
Speaking of Spoonies: Christine Miserandino revolutionized the chronic illness community by sharing her Spoon Theory with the world on her blog: https://butyoudontlooksick.com