Aaron Francis, born and raised in New York City, was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG) in 1999. He shares how learning to accept limitations, pace daily tasks, and adapt routines has helped him manage weakness and maintain independence.
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You just gotta deal with it. You gotta understand your limitations. And you can’t do everything like you used to.
You can get upset. You can cry, get mad, and I have, but you gotta deal with it. So getting upset — not going to do. You gotta understand your limitations.
Spread out what I have to do. If I have to get heavy things, break it down, you know? Carry as little as possible.
It’s where the weakness don’t kick in and you’re asking for help 24/7. People are going to help you regardless, but when you by yourself, break down what you gotta do.
