Until 2004, I was an independent and active woman -- a former airline sales exec and then a high school educator. Then my body kept betraying me. I was finally diagnosed with ALS/Lou Gehrig's Disease -- confined to a wheelchair and unable to speak. With life at a slower pace, I learned to live a more conscious and mindful life -- buying, eating and other choices. I listen instead of talking, and I observe instead of running and rushing.
Thank you so much for your honest writing, blogging, and tweeting.
I could especially relate to your post about support groups since I have been thinking about joining one for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. I have been sick for almost a year and am finding it very difficult to cope as well as to try and emotionally connect with family and friends. Although I appear normal, I am very sick, and most days feel like I am slowly dying. After having been in therapy for the past 3 months, I am encouraged by your thoughts to try my local support group regardless of others misconceptions. I appreciate you sharing your insight. I will continue to be an avid reader.
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Hi Fern,
Thank you so much for your honest writing, blogging, and tweeting.
I could especially relate to your post about support groups since I have been thinking about joining one for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. I have been sick for almost a year and am finding it very difficult to cope as well as to try and emotionally connect with family and friends. Although I appear normal, I am very sick, and most days feel like I am slowly dying. After having been in therapy for the past 3 months, I am encouraged by your thoughts to try my local support group regardless of others misconceptions. I appreciate you sharing your insight. I will continue to be an avid reader.
All the best,
Sarah
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