Stronger Than They Think

By CommunityMemberaf731e

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Last updated: June 2023

I am newly diagnosed and allowed myself about a week to feel bad for me.

Running is my passion and I will do it again

Now, I push myself to do things as best as I can. I used to run 5k's on weekends from January - December. Although I am not able to run yet, I refuse to believe that I will not run again. I am very stubborn and will not let MS run me.

My goals keep me moving forward

I am only 55 and there are still so many things that I want to do. I want to be able to dance at my daughter's weddings. I want to be able to hold and play with my future grandbabies. I want to go places I've never seen. I want to have fun with my friends. I'm going to make myself stronger and fight MS with everything I have.

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CommunityMember793d9b Member
<inline-mention username="CommunityMemberaf731e" user-id="6784203"/> In very few words, you summed up what has happened, what you hope for--and this is my favorite part--that you pledge to fight MS by getting stronger. That decision--and the speedy process of grief and acceptance you moved through--tells me something about how you likely tackle all of life's challenges. I have no doubt you will stay well-informed and actively engaged in talking to your medical team about better ways to manage your MS. Another important role is, of course, as an active member of online MS communities. We learn so much from each other that we can't learn from HCPs. While this section is called STORIES, your story could also serve the purpose of accountability. A once or twice a week status statement of what you plan to accomplish. That goal declaration could be put in the status line early in the week. For example, every Monday I post my plans for the week in a private chronic group, and every Friday I follow-up with what I accomplished/delayed for the coming week. Posting intentions on Monday helps keep me focused on the work and draws the encouragement well wishes of my colleagues, as I do for them. It works! Saying it helps get it done. Almost like magic. We hope you will comment often and share more about yourself and your MS journey. It takes a village to manage MS. We shouldn't try to do it alone. I'm looking forward to reading more of your thoughts! --Cheers, Kim, moderator
CommunityMember8657545 Member
I truly believe that mindset is everything when dealing with anything difficult. My motto is “never give up, never give in”. I push myself always. You must keep moving your body as best you can. Don’t stop! Keep moving! I had MS for years before being diagnosed and it was exhausting. Now that I understand what I dealing with, I am more able to manage my time and energy levels by scheduling meetings, appointments, even social events better which provides some down time to recharge .

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