Muscle weakness, bladder problems, speech difficulties, pain, vision problems, fatigue, walking difficulties, spasticity, numbness, dizziness and vertigo, cognitive difficulties, swallowing problems, heat and cold intolerance, emotional changes, itching, tremors, breathing problems, hearing loss, headaches and seizures. I have many of these symptoms, but am thankful for the ones I don’t have!

The only option is to fight. It takes effort.

Putting one foot in front of the other. Daring to hope and believing in the good. In it all – she realizes she doesn’t have to be perfect, she just has to keep on keeping on.

Focus on intentional and continuous growth across all areas of your well being. Cultivating a positive mindset, setting meaningful goals, and prioritizing your physical, mental, and social health are essential components of this journey. Practice gratitude. Make a habit of appreciating what you have, which can shift your focus from what’’s missing to what is…

We’re all just one accident, one diagnosis, one unexpected phone call away from a completely different life. Stay humble and don’t take anything for granted.

I said: I’m not sure but I don’t think so because MS isn’t something you catch, like measles, the flu or polio; it’s our bodies malfunctioning. It’s like eyes or kidneys failing; or hearts and brains. We adapt, adjust, accommodate and improvise. Most MS treatments are suppressing the immune system, not a cure. No germs…

It only shows me how strong it is

Breastfeeding is associated with a reduced risk of certain autoimmune diseases in children, such as Type1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis , celiac disease, and rheumatoid arthritis. This protective effect is attributed to breast milk’s ability to help program the infant’s immune system by providing antibodies, and anti-inflammatory agents, and by supporting the development of a healthy…

just means… I have the strength to carry on.