>I am newly diagnosed. Acceptance? What other choice do you have?
The next weeks, months will be an emotional roller coaster. Try to go with the flow, expect fear, anger, bitterness, and a new awareness of life. I have found that being active here on these forums has helped me in way I cannot explain, but you will see.
before trying miracle cures, etc., ask here, go to alsuntangled dot com.
Lastly, anxiety can be debilitating so beware.
Lastly, lastly DON'T FALL, take vitamins, keep your calorie intake up, and stay away from sick people, especially w/ respiratory problems.
I do know it is healthier to be thankful for what still works than to resent what doesn't (easier said than done )
remember the rules:
#1 don't fall
#2 don't hang around sick people, at 1st sign of respiratory issue go to doc
#3 conserve energy, rest, never push it, try to relax
ALS is about living, not dying!
fwiw,
Max - Thursday, October 30, 2014 1:31:22 PM
ALS sucks, but It Is What It Is ... and someone else has it worse so I'll try not to complain today!
onset 9/2010, diagnosed with ALS by Stanley Appel 8/29/2013
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