When I was first diagnosed with MS, I thought the physical symptoms would be the hardest part to cope with. But I quickly realised that the mental side of it could be just as challenging. MS isn’t just something that affects your body—it takes its toll on your mind, too. In this post, I want to share a bit about the emotional hurdles that come with MS and the things that have helped me get through them.
Living with MS isn’t just about dealing with physical symptoms; it’s also about managing how it impacts your emotions and your mental wellbeing. For me, one of the most difficult parts of this journey has been the uncertainty. There are days when I wake up not knowing how I’m going to feel. Will I have the energy to get through the day? Will my symptoms be better or worse? That unpredictability can bring on a lot of anxiety, and it’s something that’s tough to prepare for.
Then there’s the fear of the future. After my diagnosis, I couldn’t stop thinking about what MS might look like in the years ahead. What if my symptoms worsen? Will I still be able to do all the things I want to do? Those "what if" questions can be overwhelming, and I’ve learnt that constantly worrying about the future only makes me miss out on the present. So I’ve been working on taking things one day at a time.
I’ll be sharing more about the emotional side of MS next week, talking about guilt, depression, and anxiety. I’d love for you to join me then.
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