MSunderstood Millennial – a Column by Stephanie Towler

November 27, 2019November 25, 2019

Each MS Journey Is Different, So Be Kind

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I felt defeated. Someone had made a negative comment about me, and it became stuck in my head, making me question why I write. This person challenged the authenticity ... Read more

October 2, 2019September 27, 2019

Lifestyle Changes Have Improved My MS Symptoms

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I have been fighting multiple sclerosis (MS) for seven years now. I’ve changed a lot since getting diagnosed. I’ve become more aware of my body and the ways MS ... Read more

September 11, 2019September 9, 2019

I Struggle with Sleep Disorders, but They Don’t Stop Me

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Imagine that you’re sitting in your 7 a.m. clinical psychology class and fighting to stay awake. Energy drinks were part of my morning routine in college. I usually went ... Read more

August 21, 2019September 4, 2019

The Clinical Trial I Participated in Was a Positive Experience

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I knew nothing about multiple sclerosis (MS) before 2012, including the cause, the cure, or any other details. I had so many unanswered questions about how I would live ... Read more

August 7, 2019August 1, 2019

It Could Be Worse: Practicing Positivity in Life with MS

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“It could be worse.” That’s a phrase I say to myself when I feel defeated by my multiple sclerosis (MS). When I am exhausted or just feeling “off,” I ... Read more

July 17, 2019July 15, 2019

Talking to My Parents About My MS Diagnosis

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There is nothing worse than being diagnosed with a disorder that you know nothing about. While it was extremely difficult for me to take in, my parents also were ... Read more

July 3, 2019June 28, 2019

Confession: I Was a Toxic Person

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I confess. I was a toxic person. A “toxic” person can possess many different characteristics — some can be more harmful than others. What do you do when you ... Read more

June 19, 2019November 28, 2019

Climbing Out of the Dark Hole of Depression

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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic illness accompanied by various symptoms. Depression is one of the most common. Depression is a shape-shifter and affects one’s life in different ways. ... Read more

June 5, 2019May 31, 2019

I Am a Millennial with Multiple Sclerosis

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I remember the day like it was yesterday: Sept. 20, 2012. I was fortunate to receive a swift diagnosis — following a couple of tests, my neurologist told me ... Read more

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