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Comment on Unreasonably Happy by the life well lived

the life well lived — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:52:01 +0000

Congrats on the good goal. You know what I find so cool about it? If you are able to live it for a short while, I suspect you may find many reasons to be reasonably happy.

Happiness has a way of multiplying every bit as fast as realizing things can go wrong, but it takes training our minds to realize it. I was in a collaboration workshop for 2 days, and one of my take aways from the class was to realize the human predisposition to remember the tragedies and mistakes more often and more vividly than our successes. It’s not like we have no successes. We just take them for granted more to the point where we have become hard wired to do so. It’s only with training our minds that we can overcome the inclinations.

Comment on Unreasonably Happy by My Odd Sock

My Odd Sock — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:10:34 +0000

Uncharted territory (venturing out by yourself) can be a daunting task. But the feeling of accomplishment after is the best part!
“Unreasonably happy” is something everyone should strive for.

Comment on I’m Ready (Part 4) by Jayne

Jayne — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 04:19:59 +0000

Also, I meant to add that you are probably taking a steroid that is altering your emotions and thought process. Now is not the time to make an important decision like that anyway-you have to focus on remitting and also what long term meds, if any (not recommended not to take), with the help of a neuro. Massage, walking, and being patient knowing the symptoms will most probably abate will see you through. Some things also may happen that will force you to realize that your dignity doesn’t live in your bladder or bowels. You will feel at that point that life is pretty cruel, but just remember if it is your first flare it too shall pass. We all had to suffer through it. I spent a lot of time cleaning, making my significant other my power of attorney, and organizing. I also made an MS folder to take to doctor’s appts. /hugs

Comment on I’m Ready (Part 4) by Jayne

Jayne — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 04:11:02 +0000

N3, I am going to have a child. I read in current research there is only a 3% chance of passing it on. My mentor said to me, “are you grateful for your 36 years of amazing life before this happened”? And I was, deeply. Even identical twins don’t develop the disease all the time, you can read about it in (Kalb, 2012).

Comment on Unreasonably Happy by Nicole Lemelle

Nicole Lemelle — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:49:54 +0000

Lisa,Sounds like you are the one giving MS a ride!

Comment on Unreasonably Happy by Nicole Lemelle

Nicole Lemelle — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:47:29 +0000

Aly, thanks so much for reading. I can’t believe you’re from New Zealand! the power of Internet is amazing. stay strong and keep looking up.

Comment on Unreasonably Happy by Nicole Lemelle

Nicole Lemelle — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:41:42 +0000

Lisa, No. Honestly I have not, but I am going to the library more now.

Comment on Unreasonably Happy by Nicole Lemelle

Nicole Lemelle — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:39:25 +0000

Linda, I could have guessed, you had read this one already! By the way, I’m reading and writing more than ever too!

Comment on Unreasonably Happy by Lisa Tankersley

Lisa Tankersley — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:37:44 +0000

Unreasonably happy. Sounds like what people say about me. It’s a lovely way to live life.

As for riding that scooter, you know I was told upon diagnosis that I should sell my Harleys because I wouldn’t be able to ride anymore. Getting in the wind, even if it is a scooter versus 736# of horsepower, is one of the things that can lead to new found levels of unreasonable happiness, especially unlikely with bugs in our teeth! heehee

Comment on Biogen’s Tecfidera (BG-12) by Nicole Lemelle

Nicole Lemelle — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:18:50 +0000

Sue, I started this drug after taking Copaxone on as well. I’m hoping things will improve too. I just came home from horse back riding. I’m pretty tired, but in a good way. you can also email me at Nico@mynewnormals.com.