How Meditation Helped Me Manage Anxiety
For most of my life, I’ve been wary of meditation, which involves various mind exercises that help to build…
Articles by Michelle Gonzaba
I Grieved for Both My Past and Future After My MG Diagnosis
When I was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG), it took me a few months to accept that my body would…
How MG Taught Me to Put Kindness Before Judgment
Myasthenia gravis (MG) really enjoys hiding from other people. While a droopy eyelid is easy to observe, most of…
Some Myasthenia Gravis Symptoms Scare Me More Than Others
When I was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, I did what most people would do: I Googled my new rare…
PTSD and Me: How a Myasthenic Crisis Changed My Life
Some events in life are like a door hinge: They are so transformational that they cause you to swing entirely…
How a Myasthenic Crisis Affected My Ability to Empathize
If I asked 10 people to describe what being a “good friend” means, I would probably hear 10 different responses.
MG Awareness Month Helps to Inform Those Looking for Answers
When I discuss myasthenia gravis with new acquaintances, I usually get shocked faces and confused looks. I don’t blame them…
When Exercise Became More Than a Workout
Exercise and I have never been the best of friends. I would make a commitment to work out…
How MG Changed the Way I Travel
Unlike most people, I’m torn between loving and disliking the summer months. On one hand, as a teacher,…
Diagnosis Opened My Eyes to the Importance of Community
I’ve always been a bit of a loner. Even before I was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG), I…