Tag: ThriveWithMS

Finding Your Voice: Part 2

Finding Your Voice: Part 2

Finding Your Voice: Part 2 – Episode 35 – Transcript

Living with MS may constantly challenge you to advocate for yourself and your needs. This can be especially difficult when combined with additional barriers such as racial and socioeconomic disparities in health care. But you can find your voice! Tyler Campbell and Dr. Mitzi Joi Williams share advice and empowerment to speak up and be heard.

Finding Your Voice: Part 1

Finding Your Voice: Part 1

Finding Your Voice: Part 1 – Episode 34 – Transcript

Tyler Campbell was following in his father’s legacy and on the verge of a pro football career when he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. You might think this diagnosis would take away so much from a young athlete, but instead, it helped Tyler find new purpose. Listen to the latest episode of the Can Do MS podcast to hear how Tyler Campbell found his voice as an MS advocate.

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 the best resources for support. Czarina shares her thoughts on how she cares for herself to make sure she is living the best life possible as a young adult with MS.

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 “Some Days We…”

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 MS can make them look a little different, listen in on various strategies and coping mechanisms that may work for you to help you stay resilient!

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 a high school Athletic Director without much to direct at the moment, thanks to COVID-19.  Dr. Kalb, Anne, and Karen discuss how Anne and Karen have had to adjust their communication, daily activities, and lifestyle while living in close quarters, and the importance of taking care of yourself so that you can take care of each other.

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.

Coronavirus, MS, and You: Tips for Telemedicine

Coronavirus, MS, and You: Tips for Telemedicine

Coronavirus, MS, and You: Tips for Telemedicine – Episode 23 – 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 provides some information and suggestions about how you can approach telemedicine.