Is This a Relapse? A Boyfriend's PerspectiveIt can be hard enough for someone with MS to determine whether or not they're experiencing the worsening symptoms that indicate a...reactions4comments
3 Tips for MS Pain When it Threatens a Good Night’s SleepIt may seem that, everywhere you look, messages emphasize the importance of getting enough sleep. (As a sleep health educator, some may...reactions10comments
Failure to CommunicateThe Captain in Cool Hand Luke famously said, “What we’ve got here is a failure to communicate.” Lately, I feel like that...reactions35comments
You Are (NOT) My SunshineThe other night as we were eating dinner, I was listening to my mom explain to my three-year-old the benefits of sunshine...reactions20comments
Stretching Long Unused Parts of My BrainJust some food for thought… I live in a neighborhood that’s placed right on the edge of a golf course, and our...reactions35comments
The Difficulty of Days OffTypically, when the winter approaches and the holiday season begins to loom large, many people like me will often write about the...reactionscomments
Being Lovable Through 'Sick' and ThinI am 49 years old and will soon be 50. That isn't ‘old’ - especially once you’ve entered the 30+ age bracket...reactions27comments
MS and Continuing Self-Education“Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.” Socrates, Yeats, Plutarch: who said this? This is another...reactions4comments
The Danger of Other IllnessesNot long ago, I was awoken on the early side of a morning by a persistent pain. Not the typical burning nerve...reactions21comments
Parenting and FatigueBeing a parent is a tiring job, and usually, life with MS comes with frustrating fatigue and lassitude. Both together can be...reactions2comments
Fumbling Word VomitI know it’s been a while since I’ve been able to actually sit down and write an article. Life happens, and there...reactions56comments
Stuck In My Own PrisonMy husband and I like to watch a lot of prison shows on television. We are always so interested to see what...reactions63comments
MS Anxieties: Isolation & MisunderstandingIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical health conditions. Phrases in quotes are the words of our...reactionscomments
The Importance of an InvitationFor many people battling a chronic illness, like Multiple Sclerosis, social opportunities become increasingly difficult to attend. This can become especially problematic...reactions26comments
Can’t Stomach MS? You’re Not AloneCertainly, anyone can have heartburn after eating certain foods, eating heavy meals, or eating late at night. But what about the times you...reactions4comments
Check Engine LightI’ve seen a quote circulating on Facebook. It says, “Do you ever feel like your body’s ‘check engine’ light has been on...reactions6comments
The Mind Games We PlayLiving successfully with multiple sclerosis requires some effort on the part of the diagnosed. In order to thrive with this disease, you...reactions6comments
Just Take a Nap!As most people know, multiple sclerosis (MS) comes with a great deal of fatigue. Even after a solid 8 hours of sleep...reactions27comments
The IcebergHaving an invisible illness is relatable to seeing an iceberg. On the outside, you can only see the tip. If you don’t...reactions12comments
Insomnia and MS: The Steroid ConnectionYou awaken to discover you have lost sight in one eye. Or you can no longer lift your legs. Maybe you’re experiencing...reactionscomments
