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What is the MS Biological Clock? Why Waiting is the Most Expensive Mistake (E8E2)

What if I told you the MS biological clock is already ticking inside your body right now and it’s influencing your health whether you realize it or not? This isn’t about wrinkles or gray hairs. It’s about how your immune system ages in ways that can make Multiple Sclerosis harder to manage. If you’re waiting […]

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Fall Fresh Start: How Small Habits Can Give You More Energy for the Holidays with MS (S8E1)

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When Caregivers Get MS: 5 Ways to Balance Family and Fight Fatigue (S7E10)

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MS Diet Travel Tips: What I Ate on My 10-Day Hawaii Trip (S7E9)

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Did I Cause This MS Flare? How to Release the Guilt and Choose Grace (S7E8)

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Illustration of diverse people forming a supportive circle, representing how to build a strong care team with both conventional and functional medicine when living with Multiple Sclerosis.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  If asking for help feels unnatural to you, you are not alone. Most people living with Multiple Sclerosis are women, and many of us identify as Type-A overachievers. That is not exactly the profile of someone who feels comfortable admitting they need support. Add to that the fact that MS is an invisible […]

How to Build a Strong Support Team When Living with MS (S1E20)

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A timeline or progression graphic showing subtle early symptoms leading to a diagnosis, illustrating the "prodromal state" of Multiple Sclerosis before official recognition

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  What Is the Prodromal State of MS? Have you ever looked back at your pre-diagnosis symptoms and thought, I knew something was off? Maybe you dealt with brain fog, chronic fatigue, digestive issues, or unexplained pain. You went to the doctor, explained it all, and were told it was just stress or lack […]

What Is the Prodromal State of MS and Why It Still Matters After Diagnosis (S1E19)

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A bold graphic with the word "MYTH" being debunked or broken, representing the episode's focus on dispelling common misconceptions about Multiple Sclerosis and depression.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  Did you know that nearly half of people living with multiple sclerosis experience depression? MS is more than physical symptoms. It comes with emotional challenges that are often overlooked or misunderstood. Today, we are uncovering five common myths about MS and depression, inspired by a Johns Hopkins Medicine article that brings clarity to […]

5 Myths About MS and Depression You Need to Stop Believing (S1E18)

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An individual standing strong with arms outstretched towards a sunrise, embodying finding personal strength and hope through an anthem for healing with Multiple Sclerosis.

When I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2016, my thoughts were all over the place. I worried about every decision I made regarding treatment. I worried about the future and whether the worst-case scenarios would come true. And I worried day and night. Of course, all that worrying did not make things better. It […]

Finding Strength Through MS: My Personal Anthem for Healing (S1E17)

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Managing MS for Multiple Sclerosis

Is your mind having a field day rehearsing all the worst case scenarios with MS? Are your thoughts constantly feeding you doubt, fears and insecurities? Does it feel like your mind will never turn off? Day or night, it doesn’t matter, the runaway thoughts just have no end.  It’s exhausting mentally, emotionally and even physically.  […]

Developing a Thriving Mindset

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A person with a determined and resilient expression, symbolizing the development of a thriving mindset despite the challenges of Multiple Sclerosis and debunking common myths.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  If your mind feels like it’s stuck in a loop of worst-case scenarios, fear, and doubt, you’re not alone. Living with Multiple Sclerosis comes with enough physical challenges. Your mindset doesn’t need to be another one. And yet, that’s often exactly what happens. The mental weight of MS is heavy, especially when your […]

How to Develop a Thriving Mindset with MS (S1E16)

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An abstract visual of a shrinking brain or neural connections, representing the topic of brain atrophy in Multiple Sclerosis and factors influencing it.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  When Did Your MS Actually Begin? You may remember the exact day you were diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. But have you ever wondered when it really began? According to recent research, brain shrinkage associated with MS could start five years before the first noticeable symptoms and potentially up to a decade before an […]

When the Brain Starts Shrinking with MS: What You Need to Know (S1E15)

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A pile of money and medical bills, representing the financial challenges of living with Multiple Sclerosis and tips for managing healthcare costs.

Let’s face it, managing finances or following a budget isn’t easy or enjoyable. But when the frequent and often unexpected medical expenses of a chronic illness start piling up, it quickly becomes clear that something needs to change. From co-pays and lab tests to MRIs and sky-high medication costs, the financial burden of living with […]

Managing the Cost of Multiple Sclerosis (S1E14)

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A person calmly undergoing an MRI scan, demonstrating strategies for managing anxiety and staying relaxed during an MRI when you have Multiple Sclerosis

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  MRIs can be nerve-wracking. The confinement, the noises, the uncertainty. Your thoughts are bouncing all over the places: Let’s keep it real, they’re daunting. Yet living with MS, they’re part of how we manage this disease. And just because we’re regulars at the MRI suite, doesn’t necessarily make it easier. So, if they’re […]

Staying Calm During an MRI (S1E13)

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New research shows a strong connection between migraines and MS.

Migraines and multiple sclerosis – it just sounds like a cruel combination of pain. I mean, migraines alone are a doozy. If you know… you know.  They’re more than just a bad headache.  Migraines are a full body experience.  I often compare it to having brain freeze and the flu at the same time.  It […]

Migraines Multiple Sclerosis

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A graphic showing a head with a pulsating migraine and a nervous system, illustrating the direct connection between migraines and Multiple Sclerosis.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  Migraines. If you know, you know. They are more than just headaches. For many of us, migraines are a full-body experience that can feel like brain freeze and the flu at the same time. They can last for hours, days, or in some heartbreaking cases, never truly go away. Migraines affect each person […]

The Connection Between Migraines and Multiple Sclerosis (S1E12)

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Beating the MS Biological Clock Starts With One Habit

MS has its own biological clock, and it doesn’t stop while we wait for the “right time.” But you can slow it, with small, sustainable habits that are realistic and powerful enough to change your future.

You’ll learn how to beat the MS biological clock with science-backed habits that protect your brain and give you back a life that feels good.

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