{"product_id":"9781480930629","title":"Multiple Sclerosis...Why Not Me?","description":"\u003cp\u003e Upon being formally diagnosed with MS in the summer of 2006, I immediately began interferon treatment. For approximately two years after being diagnosed, there were no visible symptoms. Then in fall 2008 I began to limp. As time went on, my gait became impacted \u0026amp; has since gotten slowly but progressively worse. I currently suffer from secondary progressive MS. Presently, I am fully ambulatory but do utilize a cane. In addition to my gait issues, my balance is off and I do get fatigued often.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI am determined not to let MS get the best of me. After falling victim in 2007 to a Reduction in Workforce (RIF) associated with the collapse of the secondary mortgage market on Wall Street, I teamed up with two partners \u0026amp; formed an advisory \/ consulting business. Today, my business continues to thrive \u0026amp; do well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMy determination to deal with my MS \u0026amp; be ready for the cure is founded in four main principals. These are:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Remain Engaged in the Marketplace \/ Workforce. Remaining engaged in the workforce keeps me abreast of current marketplace events, allows me to maintain relationships, network with others \u0026amp; provides me with a sense of accomplishment necessary for overall well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Remain Physically and Socially Active. I find exercise to be critical in that it keeps me active. Admittedly, some days are more difficult than others, but I push myself to get out of the house \u0026amp; exercise. Additionally, meeting with \u0026amp; talking to others on a regular basis keeps me engaged and socially relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Remain Positive. Dwelling on the negative takes too much energy \u0026amp; only drives one to become depressed. While I am often times frustrated, I remain optimistic about the future \u0026amp; remain confident that a cure is forthcoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Remain Knowledgeable. Having knowledge is having power; with respect to MS, this is essential. Today, progress towards a cure is being made at a rapid pace. It is critical to always ask questions, stay informed and do your homework. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen, not if a cure is identified, I plan to be ready to take full advantage of all those little things that life has to offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMS … Today it stands for Multiple Sclerosis. Let’s hope tomorrow it stands for Mystery Solved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorrance Publishing Company, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47046117753072,"sku":"9781480930629","price":17.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781480930629_p0.jpg?v=1763621076","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781480930629","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}