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Because of myasthenia gravis, I don’t drive anymore

For the longest time, I thought the biggest obstacle to driving would be my foot pain. I never considered that myasthenia gravis (MG) would affect my ability to drive. My foot pain — unrelated to MG — would come and go, so for a while, I avoided driving because…

Even with myasthenia gravis, all shall be well

Julian of Norwich’s “Revelations of Divine Love” — which she’d originally recorded in 1373 — was first published in 1670. Still in print, this classic of Christian mysticism has influenced unknowable numbers of readers, myself included. I’d like to share how this book has affected my personal philosophy and…

Honoring my boundaries and respecting my morning routine

Mornings and I have an understanding: If I allow myself the time I need to ease into the day, things go relatively smoothly. If I don’t? Let’s just say it’s a recipe for disaster. I know myself well enough to acknowledge that because of my myasthenia gravis (MG), I…

Finding the perfect workout for myasthenia gravis

Like many others, being diagnosed with myasthenia gravis was a turning point in my life. Before my diagnosis, school sports were a nightmare. Running, basketball, and other physical activities left me exhausted and discouraged while everyone else seemed to thrive. After my diagnosis,…

When pride stands in the way of progress

Pride. This short noun has many definitions, depending on its use. I’ve found two primary meanings repeatedly in various memes and articles online: a feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one’s own achievements, the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated, or from qualities or possessions that…