Some Good News!!

[LuvMyTwins]

I (and consequently my family) have been under a lot of stress due to the unfortunate work of one of my doctors (not my neurologist). Two weeks ago, I decided to take matters into my own hands as my anxiety and stress were not only hurting myself but also my family.

So, I called a personal trainer to help me work out as well as began 20 minutes of yoga in the morning and at night. I also called a nutritionist to assist with supplements/vitamin therapy and a turn to the GARD diet.

Finally, and something I'm most excited about, is that I will begin neurofeedback on Monday. I don't know what it will be like, but I'm excited at the prospects for success.

Why do all this? Sometimes, when times get tough, I find myself doing the one thing that doesn't help-----listening solely to my neurologist. Unfortunately, continually upping my dosage of pills (or for that matter changing them---what a disaster) is not the answer to life with epilepsy.

I'm more than willing to take medication, but I've decided to take my life and body into my own hands and run with it. Ya know what---it really does help. The brain is a remarkable (albeit sometimes I don't appreciate it as much) organ that has the ability to emotionally heal us even in the most difficult circumstances. I needed to be humbled to truly find this out. That's exactly what I was---humbled (shame on me for not being more proactive).

So, what's the result of all this??? Less anxiety, a happier and more positive outlook (the toning of the body helps), and the belief that epilepsy will not control me but be the object of my strength.

My hope is that all of you find this in the New Year. I read that sometimes we need to be humbled and broken down before coming together again. Life is about constant change---without it we keep making the same mistakes.

Have a wonderful holiday season and best luck and love for 2009!!!!

[skillefer]

Yay Luv! Good for you! You go girl! Remember the words of Winston Churchill..."When going through hell, keep moving. "

[RobinN]

YES!!!
I love to hear this sort of approach. I think when you work from the inside out, you will see far greater results. You will slowly move toward an overall health that you can not reach any other way.

What a great present you gave yourself. Don't forget to give us updates.

Happy Holidays to you as well.

[joan]

Congrats** I think they are all positive steps forward. For some reason it seems fresh air and exercise, in addition to diet and sleep really plays a role in a good healthy body. I am happy for you and excited as well. Let us know how it goes.

Good luck and a very happy 2009*

joan*

[Meetz1064]

for you! Such a cool thing you're doing! A big step, and not an easy decision, either. YEAHHHH!!!!

[brain]

This is awesome news to hear!
Just absolutely 100% WONDERFUL!

[TeeTees]

Hallelujah for happy news - this is why I joined this site all that time ago....so many more positive things come from being surrounded by positive people.

Well done