3 Powerful Ways I Use ChatGPT to Manage Life with MS
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…
The Battle Just to Get Dressed
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….
What It’s Really Like to Have Medical Students Shadow Your Life with MS
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…
Losing Weight with MS: The Struggle, the Reality, and the Plan Forward
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…
Living with MS: Managing Brain Fog, Frustration, and the Importance of Morning Routines
How do you cope with the challenges of brain fog and the frustration of daily tasks when living with chronic illness? Let’s be honest. Living with MS isn’t just about the physical pain or the fatigue—it’s the little things that add up and drive you crazy. The brain fog. The moments where you can’t find…
