Alene L. Brennan, RYT

I used to thrive on working out. I ran races, learned to box, and even completed a sprint triathlon. There was a thrill challenging my limits. Since then, I was...

Each of our experiences living with multiple sclerosis is unique to us. Some of us may battle mobility issues, others may struggle with fatigue and brain fog, and others may...

Living with an invisible disease of which fatigue is one of the most common and challenging symptoms is not easy. It’s a giant thorn in the side of almost everyone...

We like to think of our doctor as the source of helpful recommendations to manage multiple sclerosis (MS), right? But what if they’re actually a gatekeeper and withholding information, such...

When I think of Valentine’s Day, I think of date night with my husband or a fun "galentine’s" girls’ night out. That’s how I’ve celebrated for years and still do...

The best gift of all would be a cure for MS. While that may not be possible now, I do believe there are some gifts that can potentially help us...

As we ring in the new year, many of us are trying to figure out the details of a new insurance plan. Or maybe you have the same insurance plan...

Winter isn’t the easiest of times to stay positive and in a good mood. On one hand, I feel more freedom because I don’t have to worry about the effects...

We were designed to live in community. It feels good to spend time with family and friends. We reminisce on the good ol’ days. We share updates on each other’s...

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays of the year. My dad’s side of the family has 40+ members so it’s not too often that we all get together. Thanksgiving...

Do you have any regrets when it comes to your MS medications? The question alone can tug at your heart. With MS being so complicated, unpredictable, and a bit mysterious...

Multiple sclerosis is known as the “snowflake disease” for good reason. It affects each of us differently. We may have the same diagnosis in our medical charts, but how it...

When I first heard the words, “You have MS,” it was just six weeks after my mom passed from cancer. How was I about to enter the greatest challenge in...

The arrival of summer always brings along a sense of apprehension for me. I’m a Jersey girl – born and raised. So for the past 43 years I have been...

Imagine getting an invitation to a girls' night out with your closest friends, where you all planned to catch up on life, have some snacks, and unwind in a hot...

I’ve heard about mom guilt long before I ever became a mother. Whether a woman is a CEO of a business or her home, the unrealistic expectations to “do it...