My Motto: Adapt and Overcome

My Motto: Adapt and Overcome

My Motto: Adapt and Overcome – Episode 33 – Transcript We all know that MS comes with many challenges, but there is a lot that you CAN DO! Join psychologist Lucy Carriere and veteran Jessica Hinton as they delve into what can keep you motivated and moving forward as we begin a new year. Jessica talks …

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Finding Empowerment Through Self-Care and Accommodations

Finding Empowerment Through Self-Care and Accommodations

Finding Empowerment Through Self-Care and Accommodations – Episode 32 – Transcript Diagnosed with MS her junior year of high school, Czarina discusses the challenges that come with becoming an adult all while navigating the challenges of Multiple Sclerosis. Listen to her discussion with mental health professional, Samantha Domingo as they talk about exploring accommodations and finding …

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Advocating For Yourself Through Life Transitions

Advocating For Yourself Through Life Transitions

Advocating For Yourself Through Life Transitions – Episode 31 – Transcript This episode features psychologist Meghan Beier and MS advocate Julie Stamm. The two discuss Julie’s diagnosis and the importance of advocating for yourself. We’ll talk about life changes through work, family, and symptoms. And, we’ll also hear about the children’s book that Julie wrote titled …

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Resilience: Finding Your Strengths and Staying Positive

Resilience: Finding Your Strengths and Staying Positive

Resilience: Finding Your Strengths and Staying Positive – Episode 30 – Transcript Listen to an in-depth discussion about resilience in all areas of life. Karla Ramirez, person living with MS, and psychologist Linda Trettin discuss topics ranging from relationships and disclosure to self-care. Karla and Linda dive into challenges presented in everyone’s daily lives and how …

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When Your Child Has MS

When Your Child Has MS

When Your Child Has MS – Episode 29 – Transcript Are you someone who provides support to a loved one living with MS?  As a support partner, you often focus solely on the needs of your loved one with MS, but it’s important to recognize the unique needs support partners have, too. How can you ensure …

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Supporting a Spouse; Supporting Yourself

Supporting a Spouse; Supporting Yourself

Supporting a Spouse; Supporting Yourself – Episode 28 – Transcript Are you someone who provides support to a loved one living with MS?  As a support partner, you often focus solely on the needs of your loved one with MS, but it’s important to recognize the unique needs support partners have, too. How can you ensure …

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Can Do MS Interviews Art Alexakis

Can Do MS Interviews Art Alexakis

Can Do MS Interviews Art Alexakis – Episode 27 – Transcription Art Alexakis (frontman for the rock band Everclear) joins the Can Do MS podcast to discuss his new music video “The Hot Water Test.” The music video features MS warriors of varying ages, genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds, coming together to sing the emotional lyrics that …

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Coronavirus, MS, and You: How One Couple Is Dealing With COVID-19

Coronavirus, MS, and You: How One Couple Is Dealing With COVID-19

Coronavirus, MS, and You: How One Couple Is Dealing With COVID-19 – Episode 26 – Transcript Listen as psychologist Roz Kalb, PhD, talks all things quarantine with Anne and Karen, a couple of 31 years.  Anne has been living with MS for 23 years and is a retired high school social studies teacher, while Karen is …

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Coronavirus, MS, and You: Sleep Tips

Coronavirus, MS, and You: Sleep Tips

Coronavirus, MS, and You: Sleep Tips – Episode 24 – Transcript In this unpredictable time, information about the coronavirus is leaving the MS community with more questions than answers. Listen to nurse practitioner Megan Weigel as she discussed approaches to sleep during times of uncertainty.