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Just got diagnosed from MS almost 3 weeks ago am still on steroids am on my third year of university and scared it might come back while I have class am the oldest and to much family expectation any suggestions how I can handel this tension?
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wendy80842 Emilucious17
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I definitely recommend that you find some kind of outlet for your tension. Look for some kind of relaxation techniques, you'll find something like breathing exercises or visualisation methods, online.
Being handed a MS diagnosis is no small thing. Perhaps you could ask a tutor or guidance person, about the possibility of accessing some kind of counselling sessions. You should give yourself a break, it's no good worrying about being an eldest child, you read need to put your health first.
Focus on eating as healthily as possible, getting as much sleep as you can. Look after yourself as well as you can. I'm glad that you've found this outlet for your worries and questions. Take care x.
Emilucious17 wendy80842
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deidra40034 Emilucious17
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First, I am so sorry you have been diagnosed with MS. This is indeed a pretty heavy thing to be dealt at such a young age. And Second, in your 3rd year of University no less, when things are already stressful for you. Right now, you forget about being the oldest, and the expectations being placed upon you!!! Right now you must think about YOU!!! It is YOUR health you must worry about taking care of...NOT your family!!! I am sure they would understand...you did not say if they know yet. If they don’t, I suggest you have a sit down with your Mother, and or your Father. You are their child, and I am sure they love you with all of their hearts, and your health is what is most important to them. I am also sure they will help in what ever way you need them to. Don’t close them out, this would break their hearts. I agree that you need to speak with a counselor, maybe even have them help you with telling your parents, if you have not already. Remember, you will be ok, but you need to take care of yourself. You need to talk with your doctors, and find out what you need to do to keep your body, and your immune system as healthy as possible, so you don’t get run down. You don’t want to get stressed, as stress is not good for you, and can cause other things to go wrong, and you don’t need that. You really do need to talk, talk, talk especially to your parents, professors, counselors, post here...we are all here to help you!! Mostly, you need to take care of YOU!!! If you do, you are going to get through this, and you will be just fine!!
God Bless You Dear!! Here is a BIG {{{{HUG}}}} for you! Just because we all can use those!!
XOXO
Emilucious17 deidra40034
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Amen. Thank you deidra means a lot I needed the Hug part so much . Going through this life changing moment was hard to accept but eventually you have too cope either way. My parents been helping a lot the fact that I have never been sick and hospitalized shocked the whole family but they where good support but I knew I needed more than family support because I know its more about school in my family. It is till I get better all the school talk will begin for sure I know. I haven't taken break all my 3 years of university they want me to be sucuessful and stuff but pushed me to the limit. But am glad this became a break now not a good one but away from school a bit it is a relief But Thank you for all the positive motivation it is easier to talk to you all here. This outlet has become my friend now.
deidra40034 Emilucious17
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You are very welcome! You can have as many Hugs as you like! You have a good attitude about coping either way!! That right there is a great start!! I am so glad your parents know, have been helping, and are supportive! That is very important for you! Yes, this break is both good and bad, but the time away is what you need right now. You will get back to University in due time...when you are ready!!
I know your parents want you to be sucessful, as any parent would, but some don't see by pushing so hard, they can actually get a result they did not expect. I have seen it happen too many times. But, you sound like you have a good head on your shoulders, and I think with the help of counselors, and friends, family too...you are going to be just fine! You can keep posting here, it's a good place to get things out, and get advice...and plenty of Hugs! That is what we are here for!! I will keep you in my prayers, and send you a lot of good thoughts! Bless You!!
{{{{HUGS}}}} XOXO
Emilucious17 deidra40034
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XOXO
wendy80842 Emilucious17
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I forgot to mention, before, it's a good idea to begin developing a stretching regimen, as it can be really helpful, in the long run, to offset muscle spasticity. I know how helpful it is, in terms of clearing your mind, and winding down, too. Look after yourself x.
Emilucious17 wendy80842
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