Living with multiple sclerosis means constantly adjusting to a body and brain that don’t always cooperate. Every day can bring new challenges—from fatigue and brain fog to physical limitations and emotional overwhelm. As someone living with MS, I’ve learned that having the right tools can make all the difference. And one of the most powerful…
This morning hit different. My body felt like it had been fighting a war all night. Allergies were full-blown — voice raspy, post-nasal drip nonstop, and my muscles were locked up like concrete. I sat on the edge of my bed just trying to will my body to cooperate. Getting dressed shouldn’t be this hard….
Yesterday, Pat and Milan came over for their monthly check-in. They’re med students in a special program that pairs future doctors with MS patients so they can actually see what it’s like to live with this disease—not just read about it in a textbook. My doctor, who runs the Neuroscience Institute at Hackensack University Medical…
Let’s be real—MS can throw some serious curveballs. One day, you feel fine. The next? Your body has a mind of its own. It’s frustrating, exhausting, and some days, just straight-up overwhelming. But here’s what I know for sure: MS doesn’t get to steal our joy. A while back, I discovered something that changed everything…
Let’s talk about joy. Not the kind that just magically appears when everything is going right—because let’s be real, how often does that happen? I mean the kind of joy that you choose. The kind that you build, nurture, and hold onto, even when life throws curveballs. This verse from Proverbs 15:15 hit me hard:…
Losing weight with multiple sclerosis (MS) is no easy feat—especially when mobility challenges limit physical activity. I’ve been on this journey before. A couple of years ago, I was at my peak in terms of physical activity. I had a robotic leg brace, but at eight pounds, it was more of a hindrance than a…