Reflecting on ChangeSam Cooke soulfully belts out the chorus of his 1964 hit, "A Change Is Gonna Come." "It's been a long, a long...reactionscomments
Returning to the Office While Living With Multiple SclerosisThe pandemic seems to end, and many of us return to work after being away for nearly two years. Striking a balance...reactionscomments
If It All Changes TomorrowFor me, MS appeared overnight. I went to bed worrying about an upcoming exam and was none the wiser that this night...reactions13comments
Your Anger Can Be a GiftLiving with multiple sclerosis can be an emotional rollercoaster. Anger is a common sentiment with complex causes that an individual fighting an...reactions6comments
Disease-Modifying Therapy: To Continue or Not to Continue Is the QuestionWow, I can see that look of, “Are you crazy?” And I agree with our younger generation asking this question, although, this...reactions8comments
A Service Call to Dog Lovers With MSThere was a reason why I named him Bean. In the award-winning book Ender’s Game, there was a character named Bean. This...reactions63comments
Another Day, Another Diagnosis: Cervical Dystonia and MSI have dealt with essential tremors for as long as I can remember. They began in my hands, but my hand tremors...reactions19comments
An Advocate Without a RibbonThis past March was another multiple sclerosis awareness month of lost opportunities. Each year I have lofty goals to participate in every...reactions9comments
MSAA Webinar: Living with MS as an LGBTQIA+ PersonOn September 29th, the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) is hosting a digital educational program dedicated to raising awareness and understanding...reactionscomments
The Experience and the Explanation: MS NumbnessNumbness has been a symptom I have dealt with since the very beginning of my MS journey. It was one of the...reactions76comments
My New Focus on Well-Being and Managing Daily MovementSo often, living with chronic conditions like MS, we learn how to manage medications, manage doctor appointments, manage lifestyle choices, manage time...reactions17comments
Unique Considerations About Sex for Men With MSBeing a man who has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis can lead to questions about changes in sexual activity. Maybe you are...reactions6comments
How I Talk Myself Through My MS Journey Using Transactional AnalysisMany people with chronic illness benefit from practicing some form of psychotherapy. It can easily be added to drug and physical therapies...reactions9comments
The Inhumane Disability System: Part 2Recently, I wrote about some experiences that I’ve (as well as many people I have spoken with) had with the disability process...reactions47comments
Things I'd Have Done DifferentlyLiving with MS longer than I’ve lived without it has definitely given me some insight. It’s hard not to look back and...reactions22comments
Sex for Women With MSMost people are aware of decreasing libido after menopause in women. But in reality, many women notice the loss of libido while...reactions36comments
Be Mindful of "Harmless" Witticisms - Particularly Relative to HealthOscars 2022..."Jada, I love you. GI Jane 2, can’t wait to see you," Chris Rock says in jest to Jada Pinkett Smith...reactions4comments
"You Look Healthy" Yet MS Impacts Our LivesOh my, we have all heard the “You have MS? But you look healthy!” And oh how that so bugs so many...reactions7comments
The Change I Did Not ExpectI did not see it coming in any way shape or form. I was truly blindsided by not just the event, but...reactions2comments
The Inhumane Disability System: Part 1When you stop and think about all of the things that can make multiple sclerosis worse, stress is likely near the top...reactions20comments
