A 30 Minute Life, a life with Multiple Sclerosis and Chronic Pain by Robert Joyce: Recent Episodes
Robert Joyce
I will be sharing how I (Robert Joyce) live my life with chronic illnesses, such as Multiple Sclerosis, Sarcoidosis, Asthma and Chronic Pain. Each episode will have me reading a post and then my comments about what has happened since I wrote it. I will also interview guests who have some connection with chronic illness, patients, carers or medical professionals. My goal is to share my experience, and what I have learned, with you, so you don't have to make the mistakes I have made.I have Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis, and I was diagnosed 28 years ago. My Chronic Pain started 6 years ago, and I have tried many ways to manage it. In these programs you will learn how I achieve this.Thank you for listening, and these are my website and social details:Website: www.a30minutelife.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/A30MinuteLifeTwitter: www.twitter.com/A30MinuteLife
In this episode of A 30 Minutes Life, Robert describes how he pushed himself too far past his limits and the consequences he paid as a result.
In this episode of A 30 Minutes Life, Robert describes how he pushed himself too far past his limits and the consequences he paid as a result.
"It is so easy to let the things that you can do get smaller and smaller and less and less often and then you do nothing because the fear is that you will experience more pain or fatigue or you will suffer for the days that follow. And this is true. But sometimes you need to accept you have a chronic illness that causes fatigue and pain.
Last week, I pushed myself too hard and ended up in bed for most of the day. I've learned that it's important to pace myself, but sometimes I still make the mistake of doing too much. This week, I'm trying to take it easy and recover from last week's mistakes. I'm also trying to stay positive and use my experience to help others.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. The importance of pacing yourself when you have a chronic illness.
2. The difficulties of knowing your limits when you have a chronic illness.
3. How to use negative experiences in a positive way.
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Chapter Summaries:
[00:00:00] - Robert has a chronic illness. He pushed himself too far over the last week and he is paying the price now. He had an important phone call on Monday. On Tuesday he had a visit from the occupational therapist. On Thursday he had to drive to Galway and it was a whole day trip. On Friday he had two meetings. On Saturday he had no more energy. On Sunday, he took several naps and went to bed early. Today he will have to rest again.
[00:05:32] - Robert has Multiple Sclerosis. He is a patient advocate. He has a 30-minute podcast. If you have the time, please write a review or share this podcast with your friends. It helps more people hear about the experience of one person with MS.
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My details are:
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM.
Fresh Coffee Store
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Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM.
Fresh Coffee Store
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Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
Website: www.a30minutelife.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/a30minutelife
Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM .
Fresh Coffee Store
Buy coffee freshly roasted when ordered and with FREE delivery. Supporting Chronic Illness Bloggers
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
Website: www.a30minutelife.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/a30minutelife
Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM .
Fresh Coffee Store
Buy coffee freshly roasted when ordered and with FREE delivery. Supporting Chronic Illness Bloggers
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
Website: www.a30minutelife.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/a30minutelife
Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM .
Fresh Coffee Store
Buy coffee freshly roasted when ordered and with FREE delivery. Supporting Chronic Illness Bloggers
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
Website: www.a30minutelife.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/a30minutelife
Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM .
Fresh Coffee Store
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Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/a30minutelife
Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM .
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Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM .
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Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM
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Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music
The original post can be seen here
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Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM.
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Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on June 28, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on June 21, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on June 7, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on May 23, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on May 24, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on May 16, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on May 9, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on May 2, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on April 5, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on April 5, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on April 5, 2022.
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In this episode I discuss why I stopped writing in my blog, and the steps I am taking to get back writing.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on April 5, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on March 29, 2022.
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Depression and chronic illness often go hand in hand. In this episode I talk about my own mental health challenges, and what I do to overcome those inevitable dark days.
I also mentioned the 4 part training with Dr Jonathan Egan on how to manage anxiety, stress and depression caused by the pandemic. You can find these here.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on March 22, 2022.
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When the first lockdown finished I wrote a post about its impact on me.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on March 15, 2022.
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After a successful treatment in hospital, getting back my mobility, disaster struck. A new pain medication had unexpected effects.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on March 8, 2022.
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I had a successful trip to the hospital, with improved mobility as a result. However, in this post I wrote about how this all disappeared, and the impact of fear on my mental health.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on March 1, 2022.
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In this episode, Robert Joyce, is talking about why he decided to get treatment for his multiple sclerosis during the first wave of the pandemic.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on February 22, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on February 15, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on February 8, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on February 1, 2022.
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In this episode I read a post about how I fell into a depression. It took some time to realise, and then I started to take steps to pull myself out of it. Listen to learn more
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on January 25, 2022.
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In this episode I talk about cannabis
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on January 18, 2022.
In this episode I talk about my midlife crisis and my thoughts on Silicon Valley
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on January 11, 2022.
In this episode I talk about travelling to this city and how accessible the airport and city was for me.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on January 4, 2022.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on December 28, 2021.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on December 21, 2021.
In this episode I talk about disabled toilets, why we need them and the consequences of them not being available.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on December 14, 2021.
In this episode I share how I finally decided if I should get a mobility scooter. It was very difficult to make because it highlighted my disability.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on December 7, 2021.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on November 30, 2021.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on November 23, 2021.
In this episode I talk about how messed up the Irish supports are for people living with disabilities. The combination of rules pushes the disabled away from society. This must change.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on November 16, 2021.
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In this episode I talk about the choices I have when dealing with chronic pain.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on November 9, 2021.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on November 2, 2021.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on October 26, 2021.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on October 19, 2021.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on October 12, 2021.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on October 5, 2021.
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In a break from my series about what I week looks like, I am sharing why I get out of bed, despite lost mobility and constant pain.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on September 28, 2021.
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In this episode I discuss mental health and pacing
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on September 21, 2021.
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In this episode I discuss mental health and pacing
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on September 14, 2021.
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In this episode I discuss new treatments and also an update on how I am getting on with Functional Electrical Stimulation to help me walk.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on September 7, 2021.
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I was trying a new type of post, sharing what my week looks like, not just an event in my week. Hopefully you will have some value from it.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on August 31, 2021.
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At the 2018 MS Conference the key theme was the importance of exercise and Vitamin D. I share all I learned at the even.
You can see the whole event on MS Irelands YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gM4FJHgvbo
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on August 24, 2021.
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In this episode I share my holiday experiences, airports, mobility scooters and beaches.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on August 17, 2021.
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I have managed several businesses in my career and these are the lessons I learned from that which I use to help me live with chronic illness.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on August 10, 2021.
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Chronic illness can lead to isolation from the world. In this episode I share why I feel isolated and what I do to overcome this feeling.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on August 3, 2021.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on July 27, 2021.
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In this episode I share how I preserve my energy for the important things in life.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on July 20, 2021.
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In this episode I share my diet experience and what I now think is the nest diet for people living with MS.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on July 6, 2021.
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Mobility is difficult when you have a disability. Electric cars have many possible advantages, which could help the disabled.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on July 6, 2021.
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In this episode I share how the pain and lost mobility of MS put me in a very dark place. Once I understood why I felt so bad, I could take steps to pull me out of this negative spiral.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on June 22, 2021.
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In this episode I share what to pack when going to the hospital. I was helped with this by the fantastic community MSpals.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on June 15, 2021.
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In this episode I share my experience of getting a new diagnosis from relapsing remitting MS to Secondary Progressive MS. How I took the news initially and what I did to adjust.
The original post can be seen here
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on June 2, 2021.
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I attempt to describe what it feels like to have Multiple Sclerosis.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on June 2, 2021.
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Taking opportunities were so much easier when I was mobile and without pain. Now I have to consider both of these before I do anything.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on May 25, 2021.
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Meditation is really helpful for helping me manage my life with MS. I share why it helps me.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on May 18, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
In this episode I share about the time I was driving home from work, and I realised my mobility was getting worse. To the extent I need to think about getting a scooter.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on May 11, 2021.
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In this episode I reflect on how in olden times people would go outside for the healing effects. Somedays I do the same.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on May 4, 2021.
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In this episode I share how I experienced some new pain, what it means for my future, and most importantly, how I deal with this new problem.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on April 27, 2021.
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Chronic illnesses like Multiple Sclerosis imposes many limits on how I live my life. In this episode I share how I live beyond these constraints.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on April 20, 2021.
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In this episode I share some of the reasons I take the opportunities when they happen.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on April 13, 2021.
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Travelling can be a lot of fun, but when you have a chronic illness, like multiple sclerosis, it comes with extra challenges. In this episode I share what I do to make travelling easier.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on April 6, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
In this episode I share the 4 mindset changes you need to make to help you live with a chronic illness. They are:
- Change your focus
- Acceptance
- Be Healthy
- Gratitude, meditation and journalling
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My details are:
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on March 30, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
Living with a chronic illness like MS causes many changes or transitions in your life. In this episode I share another change, losing my job as a market researcher.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on March 23, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
In this episode I share my tips for living with this illness.
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on March 16, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
In this episode I read a post about my unexpected and unwanted companion in life - pain.
It had been dominant in my life, and it still plays a role. I share how it took the lead role and what I have done to change this, putting pain in a mostly secondary role.
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on March 9, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
I travelled on an old road, which was twisting and winding, and I thought it was a bit like my life with chronic illness.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on March 2, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
Living with constant pain, poor mobility and all the other restrictions associated with MS and pain, you would expect I have nothing to be grateful of. In this episode I share what I am grateful of, and why.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on February 23, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
In this episode I share some of the things MS & chronic pain have taught me.
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on February 16, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
Since my car accident I have been feeling stronger emotions. When I was young I blocked them to avoid having asthma attacks. Now I cannot control them, so I have had to learn how to live with feelings I had always kept under lock and key. In this episode I share what I do.
The original post can be seen here
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on February 9, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
One day when I was doing surveys in rural Ireland, I decided to use a road which was, as it turned out, really a path. It was a very steep path and driving back up was impossible. In this episode I share how I turned a potential disaster into something to be grateful for.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on February 2, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
When I got back from my holiday I got a cold. In this episode I share what I do to manage my reaction to being sick, when I am already sick. It can be really difficult to not off load the negative feeling on everyone else. This is what I have learned.
The original post can be seen here
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on January 26, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
This is a post of my first holiday which had been constrained by my illness. It was noticeable. I will also share how I have learned to live with the difficulties and what I do to make them easier.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on January 19, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
After a nice break for the festive season, it was time to go back to work as a market researcher. In this episode I share the challenges I faced, and what I had to do.
I also reflect on this post, sharing how important journaling has been for my mental health.
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on January 12, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
Happy New Year everyone. In this episode I share six positive habits I learned in 2017 and my reflections about these habits.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on January 5, 2021.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
Happy New Year everyone. In this episode I read my 2017 wishes for my blog, and I also think about 2020.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on December 29, 2020.
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Happy Christmas everyone.
In this episode I share how I have overcome my need to suppress my emotions, as when I become emotional my illnesses worsen.
I mention the "Dinosaurs, donkeys and MS" podcast which you can listen to here and you can read Jen's blog "Tripping through treacle" here
The original post can be seen here
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on December 22, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
Chronic illnesses like multiple sclerosis have a way of taking everything away from you, health, mobility, work and relationships.
In this episode I share what I have done to find purpose in my life.
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on December 15, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
In the noise of living with a chronic illness you can be forgiven for not listening, but you are missing out. In this episode I share why I always make an effort to listen to others, and my body.
The original post can be seen here
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on December 1, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
I share how I have learned to live with constant pain.
The original post can be seen here
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on November 24, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
When you have a chronic illness it is inevitable you will have a bad day. In this episode I describe a bad day, and what I do to make them easier.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on November 17, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
Inspired by a dramatic scene while working I realised how important it is to be prepared. Even the dark days of Winter can be a source of joy, if you have prepared. I share how I prepare for the bad days which will come, or the inevitable obstacles of chronic illness.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on November 10, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
Opportunity comes to pass, not to pause.
In this episode I share how I have learned to take the opportunity when it comes, and the benefit of doing this when you are living with a chronic illness.
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on November 3, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
I wanted to learn how to program using Swift, and I already had experience with other languages, but it was almost impossible. In this post I share how I have learned to live within my limits.
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on October 27, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
When I wrote this post storm Ophelia struck Ireland and I was thinking about the storms caused by chronic illness, and what we do to lessen the impact.
The original post can be seen here
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on October20, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
How can anyone living with a chronic illness like MS be happy. In this episode I share how I have learned to overcome illness to find happiness and joy in my life.
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on October13, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
This is the fifth in a series of tips on how you can learn to live with your chronic illness, like multiple sclerosis.
Tip 5 is about adjusting to the new 'normal'.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on September 22, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
This is the fourth in a series of tips on how you can learn to live with your chronic illness, like multiple sclerosis.
Tip 4 is about looking for support. There are many ways to get help, I share what I do.
The original post can be seen here
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on September 29, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
This is the third in a series of tips on how you can learn to live with your chronic illness, like multiple sclerosis.
Tip 3 is about looking after your mental health. I share how I get out of my dark days.
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on September 22, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
This is the second in a series of tips on how you can learn to live with your chronic illness, like multiple sclerosis.
Tip 2 is about how being healthy is so important for controlling your illness
The original post can be seen here
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on September 15, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
This is the start a of a series of tips on how you can learn to live with your chronic illness, like multiple sclerosis.
Tip 1 is about how to become the master of your illness. In this I discuss my methods of gaining control of my MS.
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on September 8, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
I live in constant pain, always looking for something to help reduce its effect, without being sedated. In this episode I discuss how I make the decision.
In this post I share how I made the decision.
My details are:
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on August 11, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
Chronic illness usually comes with some degree of pain. In this episode I share how I have changed the way I live, and look at life, so I can manage pain, better. It is difficult, but once you learn your own new rules, life becomes much easier.
The original post can be seen here
My details are:
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Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on September 1, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
Invisible symptoms are common in many illnesses. Lost sensation and pain are two. In this episode I read from another blog post, and share how I have found a way of managing my life so these invisible symptoms are not as difficult.
In this post I share my experience.
My details are:
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on August 25, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
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Chronic illnesses, like multiple sclerosis, which are auto-immune, can cause fear, and anxiety, during this COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode I share what I am fearful of, and what I have to do to protect myself.
In this post I share my experience.
My details are:
Website: www.a30minutelife.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/a30minutelife
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This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on August 18, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for the music.
Chronic illnesses like multiple sclerosis like to take control of our lives, and this can lead to anxiety and stress. In this podcast I share what I do to seize control again.
In this post I share how I made the decision.
My details are:
Website: www.a30minutelife.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/a30minutelife
Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on August 4, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for editing and the music.
This is the fourth episode in a series of four programs recorded on Zoom with a live audience.
In this episode Dr Egan goes through all the triggers which can cause anxiety, stress and depression for people with Multiple Sclerosis, or other chronic conditions. He also shares many suggestions on what you can do to start taking control of these emotions.
There are many ways, and every person needs a different technique, such as some people need to do physical work to increase vitality, whereas others need to take a nap to restore theirs.
Mindfullness/Meditation video
Dr Egan is a clinical psychologist who works in the National University of Ireland - Galway.
Original music by Zbigniew Zborowski
My multiple sclerosis symptoms have worsened and I needed to make a decision on whether I should seek treatment in hospital, or to wait until the pandemic finishes.
In this post I share how I made the decision.
My details are:
Website: www.a30minutelife.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/a30minutelife
Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on July 7, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for editing and the music.
This is the third in a series of four programs recorded on Zoom with a live audience. The topic of the series is:
How to manage anxiety, stress and depression for people with Multiple Sclerosis during the pandemic.
In this episode you will learn what is depression, why do we get depressed and how to manage your response when it starts to become too much.
Dr Egan is a clinical psychologist who works in the National University of Ireland - Galway.
Music by Zbigniew Zborowski
Fatigue is a very common for people with Multiple Sclerosis. In this episode I read a post about how I deal with the loss of energy caused by this illness. You can read the post here.
My details are:
Website: www.a30minutelife.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/a30minutelife
Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on July 21, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for editing and the music.
This is the second in a series of four programs recorded on Zoom with a live audience. The topic of the series is:
How to manage anxiety, stress and depression for people with Multiple Sclerosis during the pandemic.
In this episode you will learn what is stress, why do we get stressed and how to manage your response when it starts to become too much.
Dr Egan is a clinical psychologist who works in the National University of Ireland - Galway.
This is the first in a series of four programs recorded on Zoom with a live audience. The topic of the series is
How to manage anxiety, stress and depression for people with Multiple Sclerosis during the pandemic.
In this episode you will learn what is anxiety, why do we get anxious and how to manage your response when it starts to become too much.
Dr Egan is a clinical psychologist who works in the National University of Ireland - Galway.
Living with a chronic illness like Multiple Sclerosis is difficult. There are so many visible and invisible symptoms.
In this episode I share how I structure my day. Having the right structure helps me reach my goals, and helps me manage how I live with this disease.
The blog post can be seen here
This episode was original broadcast on Connemara FM www.connemarafm.comon July 14, 2020
Editing and music was by Zbigniew Zborowski
My first podcast about my life with Multiple Sclerosis and Chronic Pain. In this episode I share why I live my life in 30 minute chunks.
In this I mention the sketch "One legged man auditioning for Tarzan" of Dudley Moore and Peter Cook. You can find it here.
My details are:
Website: www.a30minutelife.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/a30minutelife
Twitter: www.twitter.com/a30minutelife
This was first broadcast on Connemara FM on July 7, 2020.
Thank you to Zbigniew Zborowski for editing and the music.