Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a complex and unpredictable disease that affects the central nervous system. It targets the myelin sheath, a protective layer around the nerves in the brain, disrupting the transmission of nerve signals. This can lead to cognitive symptoms like memory loss, difficulty concentrating, and mood changes. However, while living with MS, there are ways to take care of and strengthen the brain. Supporting brain health can help alleviate symptoms and improve overall quality of life.
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You’ve got something coming up soon, but you keep putting off the preparation stage… and that only makes you more stressed. So, I’m going to talk a bit about preparing and balancing it for something that’s not happening yet but still stresses you out.
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A Letter from Someone Who’s Never Experienced a Tornado
Every emergency brings its own set of challenges, but living with a chronic illness makes these challenges even more complicated. For days now, I’ve been thinking about what to do in emergencies. I don’t live in Florida, but my heart is with everyone there. I hope you’re safe and well.
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As World Teachers’ Day approaches, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the evolving role of teachers in a world increasingly shaped by technology. Today, we live in an era where information is just a click away, thanks to the rapid advancement of AI in education. Students can now access answers to nearly any question instantly. But as we embrace these technological conveniences, we should also consider what we might be losing when we bypass the irreplaceable value of real, human teachers.
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My muse (John ❤) is sitting next to me, Planning, typing away, and clicking his mouse. Meanwhile, I’m trying to stay focused, trying to continue without isolating myself with headphones, trying to accept myself and my feelings, and planning the next days.
(more…)Wearing headphones feels a bit isolating because I already feel like I live miles away from everyone else, lost in my thoughts most of the time. Blocking out the noise around me can sometimes be great, but it also makes me feel a bit lonely.
A recurring title keeps floating in my mind during this period of my life—something I feel the need to write about. It’s a topic that, although I know I’m not alone in facing in MS Battle, still manages to make me feel isolated. Psychological warfare.
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is like that unexpected guest who overstays their welcome—not only bringing physical symptoms but also cognitive changes that can mess with your mental well-being. These cognitive effects can impact your daily life, from memory lapses to attention hiccups. But don’t worry, with a bit of preparation and some clever strategies, you can keep things under control and show MS who’s boss.
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The Battle Within
Writer’s Block is a thing! Shyness, self-doubt, and relentless thoughts like “Am I truly worthy of being read?” cruelly invade my mind. Yet I know, my words can touch someone’s heart, and even if they sometimes arrive late, they reach where they need to go.
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Let’s talk about MS coping strategies and Sensory Overload! The world we all live in is full of chaos, noise, and so on. But if you also live with MS, you have to find some little coping strategies.
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The 2013 New Year’s Eve party was supposed to be a night like any other—filled with laughter, joy, and the kind of carefree fun that marks the start of a new year. And for a while, it was exactly that. But little did I know, beneath the sparkling lights and festive cheer, my body was quietly signaling the start of an entirely new chapter in my life. What began as an evening of celebration would soon lead me down a path of challenges, resilience, and transformation.
This is the story of how a seemingly ordinary night became the gateway to a journey I never expected—my diagnosis with Multiple Sclerosis and the life lessons that followed.
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