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How you’re eating is often more important than what you’re eating. If we’re eating on the go, standing up, at our desks, watching TV, we might be eating in fight or flight, which is not helpful to our bodies. (Remember, when we’re in fight or flight, our digestion shuts off due to blood being funneled […]
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It was a beautiful day by anyone’s standards, except a runner. 72, mostly sunny, perfect early summer day in June. But to me, it felt like 90 degrees and scorching hot. It was 2013 and I was running the B.A.A 10K. I was in the middle of my running “career” and in the middle of […]
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Usually when you think of getting a diagnosis like Multiple Sclerosis, only negative things come to mind. Depression, anger, grief or sadness are some of the first emotions that might pop into your head when you think of a diagnosis like that. However, once the dust has settled and you have time to think about […]
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There are many emotions that come and go throughout life with Multiple Sclerosis and one of those is grief. Some people might not recognize their grief, as grief, and mistake it for depression (which often goes hand in hand) or just feeling down/angry/disbelief etc. But grief in chronic illness is real. Some professionals name our […]
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Multiple Sclerosis is a tough disease. It has many common symptoms, vision problems, balance issues, cognitive difficulties. But one that isn’t mentioned, but should be, is depression. Depression is one of the most common symptoms of MS, but one of the least talked about. Prevalence The numbers can vary from study to study, but around […]
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That word. Those words. Multiple Sclerosis. Diagnosis. I can’t understand what is happening, or why it’s happening. “But I’m so young. But it’s not fair”. I guess it’s too late for those now. “What will I do? Will I be able to walk next year?” That is what floods my mind, as I walk down […]
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When you have Multiple Sclerosis, going for a yearly (or whatever your schedule is) MRI is one of the ways to keep tabs on your disease. It gives an almost full picture of your brain and spinal cord, and lets you, the radiologist and your doctor see what is going on in terms of progression […]
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If you’ve ever had an MRI you might be familiar with the name Gadolinium. It’s the technical name for contrast. Contrast is used to get sharper MRI images. In the case of Multiple Sclerosis, it’s how active lesions can be seen. Until recently, contrast was thought to be safe. But latest research is showing a […]
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If you’ve ever been so fortunate to visit the hospital for specialized testing, MRI/CAT scan/CT scan etc, you know it is not something to be thankful for. Hospitals can evoke extreme anxiety for many people, just by their atmosphere alone. Not to mention the reason for being there in the first place. I’ve had my […]
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When I was first diagnosed with MS, I thought the best thing I could do for my MS was take medication. Boy have I come to realize this is so far from the truth. Since then, I’ve realized that living well with MS means so many things. To me, that means eating in a way […]
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When I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis I was only 24 years old. Nearing the end of graduate school, about to set out and find a “real job”, MS didn’t quite fit into that life picture I had envisioned for myself. But I guess that’s how that works, right? You’re never expecting anything that blindsides […]
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Very very frightening!
Which one is your fav??
Also, featuring Jimothy- who is a paid actor
#lissms #multiplesclerosis #thisisms #hauntedhouse
Very very frightening!
Which one is your fav??
Also, featuring Jimothy- who is a paid actor
#lissms #multiplesclerosis #thisisms #hauntedhouse
Oh I definitely did, kicked him out of my kitchen to be exact.
But I think this relationship was the straw that broke my camels back in terms of developing MS.
I can see other risk factors throughout my life, but this 10000% was the final one.
If you are in a toxic or abusive relationship, job, friendship, family- this is your sign to put yourself first and leave!
#lissms #multiplesclerosis #abusiverelationshiprecovery #nervoussystemsupport #becausems
Oh I definitely did, kicked him out of my kitchen to be exact.
But I think this relationship was the straw that broke my camels back in terms of developing MS.
I can see other risk factors throughout my life, but this 10000% was the final one.
If you are in a toxic or abusive relationship, job, friendship, family- this is your sign to put yourself first and leave!
#lissms #multiplesclerosis #abusiverelationshiprecovery #nervoussystemsupport #becausems
These and so many more things are helpful to me in reducing symptoms…
But do I do them all, everyday? Absolutely not 😅
Some are staples, some are supports..
How do you take care of your symptoms?
What’s easiest?
What’s hardest?
#LissMS #multiplesclerosis #MSSymptomManagement #thisisms #becausems
These and so many more things are helpful to me in reducing symptoms…
But do I do them all, everyday? Absolutely not 😅
Some are staples, some are supports..
How do you take care of your symptoms?
What’s easiest?
What’s hardest?
#LissMS #multiplesclerosis #MSSymptomManagement #thisisms #becausems
Diagnosis TLDR:
Scene: 23, in graduate school, working at Target full time, and unfortunately in an abusive relationship
- vision got blotchy blurry
- spine got electrical impulse feeling with movement
- eye doc, who said get an MRI, then left a message saying don’t have a brain tumor 😲 but see a neurologist IMMEDIATELY 😲😲
- neurologist: does all the tests. More MRIs, visual field, AWFUL spinal tap 😵💫
Yup, MS 🧡
What was your first symptom?
what told you something was wrong?
#lissms #multiplesclerosis #msdiagnosis #thisisms #becausems
Diagnosis TLDR:
Scene: 23, in graduate school, working at Target full time, and unfortunately in an abusive relationship
- vision got blotchy blurry
- spine got electrical impulse feeling with movement
- eye doc, who said get an MRI, then left a message saying don’t have a brain tumor 😲 but see a neurologist IMMEDIATELY 😲😲
- neurologist: does all the tests. More MRIs, visual field, AWFUL spinal tap 😵💫
Yup, MS 🧡
What was your first symptom?
what told you something was wrong?
#lissms #multiplesclerosis #msdiagnosis #thisisms #becausems
It’s easy to outsource the understanding of our bodies to the internet and “other”
I mean I get it, I was once in an unpredictable body too- and it sucked. I didn’t understand what was happening and I would have loved for someone to say: here’s the key.
But what if… instead of looking outward for more info.. you went inward and gave yourself the information, and in doing so you helped to improve how your body feels and functions.. sounds kinda cool, right?
I explain it all in my Slap it to Map it training.. comment SLAP and I’ll send it to you asap
#lissms #multiplesclerosis #slapittomapit #nervoussystemregulation #lymphaticmassage
It’s easy to outsource the understanding of our bodies to the internet and “other”
I mean I get it, I was once in an unpredictable body too- and it sucked. I didn’t understand what was happening and I would have loved for someone to say: here’s the key.
But what if… instead of looking outward for more info.. you went inward and gave yourself the information, and in doing so you helped to improve how your body feels and functions.. sounds kinda cool, right?
I explain it all in my Slap it to Map it training.. comment SLAP and I’ll send it to you asap
#lissms #multiplesclerosis #slapittomapit #nervoussystemregulation #lymphaticmassage
First, comment SLAP and I’ll send you my morning exercise that is great for waking you up and helping you feel better in your body.
Second.. The actually doing something day after day after day is the hardest part!
Most people think consistency means daily- but that’s not true! Don’t fall into that perfectionist trap.
Set an alarm on your phone a few times a day.
When the alarm goes off- don’t turn it off and ignore it- do the thing!
And you’re done!
How do you help yourself remember to be consistent?
#lissms #slapittomapit #multiplesclerosis #thisisms
First, comment SLAP and I’ll send you my morning exercise that is great for waking you up and helping you feel better in your body.
Second.. The actually doing something day after day after day is the hardest part!
Most people think consistency means daily- but that’s not true! Don’t fall into that perfectionist trap.
Set an alarm on your phone a few times a day.
When the alarm goes off- don’t turn it off and ignore it- do the thing!
And you’re done!
How do you help yourself remember to be consistent?
#lissms #slapittomapit #multiplesclerosis #thisisms
If we haven’t met yet, Hi! 👋🏼👋🏼 I’m Alissa.
I’m a Holistic Practitioner & Therapist specializing in Multiple Sclerosis.
There are SO many tools that we can use to help improve our bodies functioning- which can in turn improve our MS symptoms.
The biggies that have helped me? 👇🏼
🥗Nutrition
🏋🏻♀️Movement
🧘🏻♀️Stress management
Want my most favorite, super short exercise that can help MS symptoms??
Comment: SLAP and I’ll send it to you!!
#lissms #SlapittoMapit #multiplesclerosis #thisisms #becausems
If we haven’t met yet, Hi! 👋🏼👋🏼 I’m Alissa.
I’m a Holistic Practitioner & Therapist specializing in Multiple Sclerosis.
There are SO many tools that we can use to help improve our bodies functioning- which can in turn improve our MS symptoms.
The biggies that have helped me? 👇🏼
🥗Nutrition
🏋🏻♀️Movement
🧘🏻♀️Stress management
Want my most favorite, super short exercise that can help MS symptoms??
Comment: SLAP and I’ll send it to you!!
#lissms #SlapittoMapit #multiplesclerosis #thisisms #becausems
Comment SLAP and I’ll send you the short how to video!
Your body functioning better so you feel better in 3 minutes?
It sounds like a stupid infomercial BS claim I know and I roll my eyes every time I type it, but.. it’s kinda true?
Idk, I’ll let you be the final judge
Comment SLAP and I’ll send you the short how to video!
Your body functioning better so you feel better in 3 minutes?
It sounds like a stupid infomercial BS claim I know and I roll my eyes every time I type it, but.. it’s kinda true?
Idk, I’ll let you be the final judge
Comment SLAP and I’ll send you the short how to video!
Your body functioning better so you feel better in 3 minutes?
It sounds like a stupid infomercial BS claim I know and I roll my eyes every time I type it, but.. it’s kinda true?
Idk, I’ll let you be the final judge
#lissms #multiplesclerosis #slapittomapit #betterbrain
Comment SLAP and I’ll send you the short how to video!
Your body functioning better so you feel better in 3 minutes?
It sounds like a stupid infomercial BS claim I know and I roll my eyes every time I type it, but.. it’s kinda true?
Idk, I’ll let you be the final judge
#lissms #multiplesclerosis #slapittomapit #betterbrain
It’s an easy exercise with a silly name, but it actually packs a punch and can really change how you feel.
Imagine measurably more energy and feeling more stable and balanced- and even improving a few MS symptoms here and there too?🤷🏻♀️
Your possibilities are endless!
Comment SLAP and I’ll send you the short video about how to do it!
#lissms #slapittomapit multiplesclerosis #thisisms
It’s an easy exercise with a silly name, but it actually packs a punch and can really change how you feel.
Imagine measurably more energy and feeling more stable and balanced- and even improving a few MS symptoms here and there too?🤷🏻♀️
Your possibilities are endless!
Comment SLAP and I’ll send you the short video about how to do it!
#lissms #slapittomapit multiplesclerosis #thisisms
Take a time out for a literal minute.
It’s amazing what happens when you take the time to care for your body and nervous system.
#LissMS #multiplesclerosis #nervoussystemregulation
Take a time out for a literal minute.
It’s amazing what happens when you take the time to care for your body and nervous system.
#LissMS #multiplesclerosis #nervoussystemregulation
First year flower garden needed a post. Already looking forward to next summer, maybe a little less yellow? Can’t wait for the zinnias to bloom!
😂🌼💛
What are you growing??
#lissms #cutflowergarden
First year flower garden needed a post. Already looking forward to next summer, maybe a little less yellow? Can’t wait for the zinnias to bloom!
😂🌼💛
What are you growing??
#lissms #cutflowergarden
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