The MS Show

In this episode of the MS Show Bron once again talks to Maddy Baxter. Maddy was only diagnosed with MS relatively recently and talks candidly about her diagnosis journey, her reactions to it and how she is now contemplating a post-diagnosis future for herself and her husband.  The topics discussed are around coming to terms with the illness, what that might mean for her working life and how she is learning to put her own health and wellness first without feeling guilty. Bron and Maddy also consider what it feels like to live with the uncertainty brought by MS and the need to focus on planning for what is really important going forward and the concept of breaking down things into smaller more manageable steps. Maddy and Bron also discuss the benefit of maintaining a sense of humour to help you through the difficult times.  Please share this episode with others who may find it useful.   Get in Touch with the show: Email the show: hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk Find Bron on social media using these handles:    Bron Webster    Multiple Success There's a website too: https://www.multiplesuccess.co.uk and a friendly and helpful Facebook group for people impacted by Multiple Sclerosis. Ask to join the group by answering the questions here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/multiplesclerosisukhelpmultiplesuccesscommunity © Bron Webster 2021

In this episode Bron continues to talk to Roger Cook, but also 2 other guests - Rachael Tomlinson and Martin Baum. Roger Cook, was diagnosed early in his working career and is now effectively retired on medical grounds but volunteers with the MS Society and as an expert patient. Martin is a published author and Blogger in the MS community. Rachael is also an MS Blogger having had to leave conventional employment in the NHS. Bron Continues the discussion topics around retirement with MS, ill health retirement and changes in life as a consequence.  She talks to 3 guests - Roger Cook, who was also a guest on the previous episode (episode 065), Martin Baum who has featured in a previous episode of The MS Show (episode 048), and Rachael Tomlinson who has previously told her diagnosis story (episodes 9 and 910).  The episode includes a useful  discussion around making sure you get best advice from people before making any specific decisions about leaving employment - and the various forms that this can take. Rachael talks frankly about what happened to her and how much differently she would handle it if given another opportunity.   Get in Touch: Email the show: hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk Find Bron on social media using these handles:    Bron Webster    Multiple Success There's a website too: https://www.multiplesuccess.co.uk and a friendly and helpful Facebook group for people impacted by Multiple Sclerosis. Ask to join the group by answering the questions here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/multiplesclerosisukhelpmultiplesuccesscommunity © Bron Webster 2021  

In this episode Bron chats to 2 guests, Roger Cook and Maddy Baxter. Both guests have had to face stopping working in their previous jobs. The discussion centres around how people arrive at retirement decisions or shifts in career direction as they try to combine MS with working. It also considers how you might feel about that decision and how this change can redefine your purpose in life as you prioritise your own wellness.  Roger has been living with his life change for over 15 years whereas Maddy was only diagnosed 6 months ago and her decisions are very immediate as she considers the possibilities of self employment. Today's guests: Roger Cook, who was diagnosed early in his working career. After working in industry and attempting to take on a franchise, Roger is now effectively retired on medical grounds but volunteers with the MS Society and as an expert patient. Maddy Baxter has worked in accountancy at a local authority for 20 years before being diagnosed relatively recently. Maddy is thinking about planning her future and considering what work options might be available if she becomes self-employed. Get in Touch: Email the show: hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk Find Bron on social media using these handles:    Bron Webster    Multiple Success There's a website too: https://www.multiplesuccess.co.uk and a friendly and helpful Facebook group for people impacted by Multiple Sclerosis. Ask to join the group by answering the questions here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/multiplesclerosisukhelpmultiplesuccesscommunity

Bron, who has been living with MS for over 25 years and who gave up full time work as an employee back in 2012, discusses the concept of retirement. What does retirement mean? and what might precipitate the thoughts of retiring for a person with MS? and some of her own thought processes which lead to her own decision to slow down.  What might the implications be of such a decision and what might you need to think about with regard to your future life?   Email the show: hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk Find Bron on social media using these handles:    Bron Webster    Multiple Success There's a website too: https://www.multiplesuccess.co.uk and a friendly and helpful Facebook group for people impacted by Multiple Sclerosis. Ask to join by answering the questions here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/multiplesclerosisukhelpmultiplesuccesscommunity Copyright: Bron Webster 2021   

Kav Partap was first diagnosed with MS when she was 18 years old following a severe attack. She has gone on to study, become a teacher. She is married with 2 young children and lives in the Caribbean.  Kav writes a blog of her experiences and has also recently completed a book that will be available soon on Amazon.  In this podcast, Kav talks about her experiences of being diagnosed, treatments and living with MS in her Caribbean home.  She discusses her life as a blogger, teacher, mother, and how she has adapted her life to living with MS. Copyright: Bron Webster 2021

How is the MS International Federation (MSIF) working to help the Multiple Sclerosis community? Josie Chadband, who works for the charity, gives us her insights and explains how this global effort is raising more funds than ever before, and supporting the MS Atlas, the Progressive MS Alliance and People with MS. I didn't realise the MSIF has existed since the sixties, did you? …  what else don't WE know?? As we draw nearer to closing this year's #The50kinMay in a few days time and with World MS Day just around the corner (30 May every year) this is an exciting episode to raise awareness of MS.   .. here's the charity donation page for Bron Webster: https://www.themay50k.com/fundraisers/bronwebster   To contact the podcast email: hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk To contact the producer and host, Bron Webster, call (UK) 07831 600673 To find out more online / other episodes visit https://www.multiplesuccess.co.uk  

Bron discusses the importance of understanding who's in your MS team and working with or being the team leader.   Copyright: Bron Webster 2021 https://www.multiplesuccess.co.uk/podcasts Email: hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk

Bron chats with Mark about his Multiple Sclerosis journey from his initial symptoms in his 20's, through his jobs, his supportive employer, his MS diagnosis, and his eventual acceptance and use of the phrase disabled.    His social media expertise led to him working with the charity shift.ms (https://shift.ms/ ), and he continues to offer motivational speaking - working with various companies and a new initiative - Neurolife Now (https://neurolifenow.org/ )   Listen in as we explore Mark's positive attitude to his life with MS.   Copyright: Bron Webster 2021 https://www.multiplesuccess.co.uk/podcasts Email: hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk

As The MS Show moves into its 2nd year, Bron explains some new items, new people and new questions for the podcast. This is just a quick episode to get an insight as to what is coming next. For anyone affected by Multiple Sclerosis.   Contact: hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk Copyright: Bron Webster 2021 Web: https://www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

The 1st Birthday episode featuring Damian Washington - creative, actor, voice-over, ad-maker and all round MS Superstar with his baritone voice. What's Damian's MS sh!t got real story? It's a tear jerker, for sure. Want to enter the free prize draw in celebration of our 1st birthday? You have until 24:00 British Summertime on 29th April 2021 to enter. The email address for this podcast is below ... but you'll need to listen to the entire episode to find out what extra information and action you need to take. email: hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk Copyright: Bron Webster 2021 web: https://www.multiplesuccess.co.uk FREE PRIZE DRAW RULES: Entries must be received by midnight on 29th April 2021. Entry to the competition is restricted to one entry per person please. Competition is open to UK residents only unless otherwise stated Open to UK residents aged 18 or over Prizes can only be sent to a valid UK address unless otherwise stated. This will be requested from the winner. Winners will be chosen at random from all valid entries. Winners will be contacted via email to request postal contact details. Multiple Success and The MS Show are compliant with the data protection act. Our policy is such that we will not pass on your details to any third party without your prior consent. To take part, send a photo / screenshot by email to the email address: hello@mutiplesuccess.co.uk.  The email subject should state Listen into the episode  The photo needs to show you've:  1. Listen into the episode 2. Listen into the episode Automated entries, bulk entries, multiple entries or third party entries will be disqualified! The Judges decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. The competition will run from 23rd April 2021 until midnight on 29th April 2021. One winner will receive a choice of Apple Homepod Mini or Alexa Echo 4th Gen (to a maximum value of £100) Three winners will receive a £20 voucher to be spent at www.amazon.co.uk  5 winners will receive free Annual Membership of MS ActionTakers Club (due to launch before 31st December 2021). This prize is transferable to someone with Multiple Sclerosis Damian Washington can be found at: https://www.damianwashington.com #nostressMS Insta: @damianwashington YouTube: NoStressMS Twitter: @deedubs57

In this episode, Bron explores the concept of MS Life Phases (or MS Life stages) in the context of ancient mythology. Specifically, Bron outlines some similarities - the birth, development, combat, demise, burning - shared with the popular mythological creature, the Phoenix. Bron believes narrating your MS Life can help with processing the understanding and meaning of the phases. This episode offers just one possible approach. Can you draw any similarities? Would you use a mythological creature to tell your story? Copyright Bron Webster 2021 www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

Listen while Bron talks about her MS reasons for creating The MS Show podcasts and some of the MS challenges she has faced. Is producing podcasts, when you live with longstanding Multiple Sclerosis, a good idea? What about the MS fatigue and MS speech difficulties? Also, some exciting news about the 1st birthday celebration episode coming later in April 2021. Copyright Bron Webster 2021 https://www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

In this episode of the MS Show, Bron chats with Jon Strum who was a carer for his wife Jean. Jean was diagnosed with a severe and rapidly progressive form of MS which led to her requiring round the clock residential care and ultimately and incredibly sadly, to her early passing. You will learn about the challenges Jon and Jean faced and the changes that Jon had to make in his own life expectations and directions. You will also hear about Jon's hosting of his Podcast RealTalk MS and his involvement with the Care Partner Protocol and the importance of early identification of support frameworks for carers.   Copyright Bron Webster 2021 www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

In this episode of the MS show, Bron chats with Jen Wharrier, who met, married and cares for Dave who has severe MS. You will learn about their life together, the challenges they have had and continue to face and the way their relationship has changed over the years. Jen describes her coping systems and networks, her belief in people's inner strengths and some of the positive aspects of her life such as studying with the Open University.   Copyright Bron Webster 2021 www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

This episode of the MS Show focuses on 2 particular carers and the impacts on their lives of caring for or helping someone with MS. Using their own experiences to draw from, they then go on to discuss what their own needs might be and those of others in similar situations.   Copyright Bron Webster 2021 www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

This episode meets Liz Baum, wife and carer of Martin Baum. It explores Liz's journey with Martin and the challenges she and Martin have faced. We also learn how Liz copes with her role as a carer and how she and Martin make the best of their lives with MS.   Copyright Bron Webster 2021 www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

This episode introduces the new series of the MS Show which will focus on those caring for people with MS and the impacts this can have on their own lives and futures.   It starts the discussion around what help should be available for carers and some of the research studies undertaken in the MS Carer community.   Copyright Bron Webster 2021 www.multiplesuccess.co.uk    

Bron chats with self-proclaimed MS Superhero - Francesca Conate about all things from her diagnosis challenges, through coming to terms with her condition and her life changes. Returning from Japan to her original home in the US. Her attitudes on medication, self-help and self-belief and discovering newly adapted pastimes such as Golf.   Copyright Bron Webster 2021 www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

Hear from the UK's Strongest Disabled Man, Dave Walsh (aka Sitting Bull). How many hours does he train? What's had to change in light of his MS Symptoms? Dave explains how training has helped him return from the difficult feelings following his diagnosis. An interview full of inspiration. His MS Mission is not to give in and adapt everything he can to make it doable. “I wish to remain an active strongman and show that just because you may be/become disabled it doesn't have to stop your end goal, you just need to change the way you get there!” Dave is on these social media accounts: https://www.instagram.com/sitting_bull_uk/  https://www.facebook.com/sitting_bull_uk-107655664436435    Copyright: Bron Webster 2021 Website: https://multiplesuccess.co.uk

Meet Martin Baum - He tells it all ... From feeling - he had ‘won' his ‘don't talk' mind games with his MS counsellor then writing acclaimed ‘Yoof-speak' literature - to discovering mindfulness and getting back to writing MS blogs.  After years spent not accepting his MS lot, Martin reflects on some of his past behaviour towards his wife (now carer) and friends; his changed attitude and his more positive (and humorous) take on life with MS. You can find Martin at  https://www.martinbaum.co.uk #livelifenotMS    Copyright: Bron Webster 2021 Website: https://multiplesuccess.co.uk

In this episode, Bron explains how her life experiences have shaped her attitudes and life plans.  How her qualifications, participation and interactions in the MS community have enabled her to identify some gaps in current support available for people with MS. And how her personal experiences of living with 2 chronic illnesses led her to develop a world first's ‘signature' programme for people with MS. As we approach the soft launch phase it is possible to get involved by registering at this link before 12th February 2021: https://multiplesuccess.ac-page.com/exciting-thing-list-data   Copyright: Bron Webster 2021 Website: https://multiplesuccess.co.uk

In this solo episode, Bron is talking about the forthcoming launch of the ground-breaking, possibly the first in the world, interactive course for people living with Multiple Sclerosis. In your MS life, even when you've got all the information you want, got all the chat you need … You might still feel like something is missing in your MS life. You might still want more from your MS life? Bron explains the phases in the course, but the rest is confidential. You can register to be involved in this crucial soft-launch phase here: https://multiplesuccess.ac-page.com/exciting-thing-list-data Things begin later in February - register now!

In this episode, Bron talks about the benefits of being part of a like-minded community when you're living with a chronic illness such as Multiple Sclerosis. Listen in and if you want to get involved in helping Bron with the soft launch of her brand new initiative to take charge of your MS future either email Bron at hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk or click this link: https://multiplesuccess.ac-page.com/Action-takers  Also, take time to respond to the survey at the request of the Government's Disability Unit BEFORE 23rd April 2021: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/citizen-space-survey-national-strategy-for-disabled-people   Copyright: Bron Webster 2021 Website: www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

In this episode, Bron offers the results of her learning resulting in lots of tips to help make the most of every day with MS. She talks about what happened in her Mind Over MS Experiment, works out why we sometimes sabotage ourselves, explores how we can create positive habits. She offers her thoughts about approaches to a successful life including ideas from other writers - such as The Slight Edge ( https://amzn.to/2MWcTND ); The Miracle Morning ( https://amzn.to/3i93L3T ), the 7 steps of OMS ( https://amzn.to/39rHtX6 ). Importantly, how do we form beneficial habits? Listen in and if you want to register your interest in creating a Daily Method of MS Living, click and register at this link: https://multiplesuccess.ac-page.com/Action-takers  Find out about OMS in previous Episode 013: https://themsshow.libsyn.com/013-multiple-sclerosis-geoff-allix-and-the-overcoming-ms-lifefstyle Bron has included affiliate links (above) to the 3rd party books she mentions Copyright: Bron Webster 2021 Website: www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

Bron talks about living with Multiple sclerosis … how we judge ourselves against what we used to be able to do?? How will we ever feel good enough?? Do you have realistic expectations of yourself? Do you know what is good enough? Cut yourself some slack! Copyright: Bron Webster 2020 Website: www.mutiplesuccess.co.uk

In this episode Bron discusses a whole range of tools and approaches to handle the frequent challenges faced when living with a chronic illness such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Phrases and thought-processes are in abundance to help manage your self-expectations. Whether it's handling everyday activities, or maybe bigger goals, there are lots of useful tips and ideas to help. Link for interest in Action Takers Membership Club: https://multiplesuccess.ac-page.com/Action-takers copyright: Bron Webster 2021 website: https://multiplesuccess.co.uk

How can you stop feeling worthless and find your purpose when you live with Multiple Sclerosis (MS)? Yes, there are lots of changes to contend with, but if you spend time thinking about where you are now, where your priorities lay, and then find meaning in areas you hadn't yet thought about, you can find what your true purpose is. copyright: Bron Webster 2020 website: https://multiplesuccess.co.uk

In this latest episode, Bron talks about the importance of thinking positively when you live with MS. Rather than reacting to the first instinct, think more deeply with the aim of balancing negative and positive reactions. Before you've accepted a diagnosis, it's easy to feel guilty if you can no longer do things. Once you accept the situation, your reason becomes a positive in your outlook on life, as your feelings of guilt lessen. Ask to download the Gains and losses prompt sheet by following this link: https://multiplesuccess.activehosted.com/f/13 copyright: Bron Webster 2020 website: https://multiplesuccess.co.uk

In this episode Bron talks about her challenge for December 2020 - she is going to make her MS disappear for Christmas (and hopefully just in time for her 50th birthday) Come along on this short journey to decide whether you will be joining in this year's challenge.   You can let Bron know you're interested in joining in by registering at this link: https://multiplesuccess.activehosted.com/f/37   Bron was diagnosed with MS in 1996 and works to inspire others with MS.   Copyright: Bron Webster 2020  www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

Have you got what you need in your MS life? Do you want more, but can't work out what it is that you want? Using Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, Bron assesses the areas that aren't readily available to enable progression and reach self actualisation. MS Action takers are people living with MS who want more. That ‘more is something Bron is considering in this episode.   To express interest in the work Bron is doing to address gaps and move forward, click here: https://multiplesuccess.activehosted.com/f/25   To join Bron in the Mind over MS Christmas 2020, click here:https://multiplesuccess.activehosted.com/f/37   Copyright: Bron Webster 2020

Maybe I'm going to make a recovery this time? Maybe that idea of hiking Kilimajaro is not an impossibility? My mind was working overtime ... We have to be so blo*dy resilient with MS The false dawns of a life with MS. You live, you experience, you learn ... and your coping toolkit expands. MSActionTakers click here: https://multiplesuccess.ac-page.com/Action-takers?test=true copyright: Bron Webster contact: hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk

In this episode, Bron (who produces The MS Show) explores the best Christmas gifts for someone who has Multiple Sclerosis. Listen in to get some ideas and also some tips to avoid gift gaffs for the person in your life who lives with MS . Don't celebrate Christmas? This episode is relevant for any big celebrations. Copyright Bron Webster 2020          https://multiplesuccess.co.uk Link for your first Christmas download: https://multiplesuccess.ac-page.com/mind-over-ms-christmas

In this episode, Bron (who produces The MS Show) explores what to do if this is  your first Christmas since you were diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis.   Listen in for some Christmas tips - preparing for Christmas; being around other people at Christmas; thinking about what is best for you.   Don't celebrate Christmas? This episode is relevant for any big celebrations.   Link for your first Christmas download: https://multiplesuccess.ac-page.com/mind-over-ms-christmas copyright Bron Webster 2020 https://multiplesuccess.co.uk

In this episode, Bron (who produces The MS Show) explores some ideas to make Christmas easier when you live with Multiple Sclerosis. Listen in for some Christmas tips - coping with fatigue at Christmas, handling manual dexterity issues, asking for help etc. to encourage you to think about what is best for you. (PS. Don't celebrate Christmas? This episode is relevant for any big celebrations.) Link to get Pt.1 Christmas download: https://multiplesuccess.ac-page.com/mind-over-ms-christmas copyright: Bron Webster website: www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

In this episode Bron explores the impacts of living with MS when you're in your 20's or 30's.  What's my future going to be? where am I going to live? what does my work look like? how much money can I earn? how much socialising can I do? Can I afford a new car? What car am I going to drive? where do I want to be tomorrow? Can I afford a holiday? Should I relocate to another country with MS? When should I tell someone I've got MS? How does MS and dating work? Can I have a sex life with MS? Should I start a family with MS? This episode is not about telling YOU what is best for YOU. It's about starting to consider some of the difficulties. If you want to be kept informed of the ‘Redesign Your MS Life' Club pop your details on this form: https://multiplesuccess.ac-page.com/Action-takers copyright: Bron Webster 2020 www.multiplesuccess.co.uk hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk

Amy Cullen came across NIS Treatment shortly before being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2017. In this episode, The MS Show continues this series exploring some of the alternative / complementary therapies that people have found beneficial in their MS life. Amy and her NIS Practitioner, Guy Blomfield, join Bron in this episode, which explores the Neurological Integration System Treatment that has brought about such benefit to Amy.  Hear about the origins of the treatment and the positive impacts that Guy has witnessed, and that Amy has experienced. In Amy's words, “ … what you've got to gain is your life back to some degree and that, to me, is priceless … “. Copyright: Bron Webster 2020 www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

Fiona Clark was diagnosed with MS in 2014. She has found and tried alternative ways to manage her symptoms … some proving more effective than others. She talks about her MS diagnosis, her MS symptoms and her experience with Cannabidiol and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy - finding what works and the benefits for different individuals of alternative therapies. She offers a sensible approach to finding what helps symptoms. Copyright: Bron Webster 2020 www.multiplesuccess.co.uk mailto: hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk If you're an MS Action Taker let Bron know at this link: https://multiplesuccess.activehosted.com/app/forms/25

Linda Elsegood, Founder of the LDN Research Trust, lives with relapsing/remitting MS.  She was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in August 2000 at the age of 44, and was having attacks every 6 months; it took months for a relapse to recede, only to have another one start. In October 2003 she was told she had secondary progressive MS and there was nothing anyone could do to help her. She decided to take matters into her own hands, and started Low Dose Naltrexone in December 2003. Hear Linda tell her Multiple Sclerosis story and discover what is LDN and how can it sometimes help people with MS. This alternative treatment has eased Linda's MS Symptoms, removed her pain and enabled her to regain her life. https://ldnresearchtrust.org/about-the-ldn-research-trust and the link to the forthcoming LDN Book 2 launch tour is: https://ldnresearchtrust.org/ldn-book2 Link to sign up as a MS Action Taker is: https://multiplesuccess.activehosted.com/app/forms/25 Copyright: Bron Webster 2020 www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

If you're wanting to find out about some of the more complementary therapies and treatments said to help MS this is the episode for you. Bron introduces the new series which is all about alternative and complementary therapies. I won't be getting into whether they are alternative or complementary …  I understand that they mean different things. But from my point of view and probably yours, these are therapies that might help. Hear Bron talk about her experience of APS Therapy, Reiki, Bowen Therapy, Reflexology, Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment More information about the treatments can be found at the links below (these links are to the practitioners Bron has used. Where possible she has included the central body for each practice to help you search for local equivalents). Before the therapy links, if you're wanting to sign up as a MS Action Taker, here is the link you need:  https://multiplesuccess.activehosted.com/app/forms/25 Action Potential Simulation (APS) Therapy: https://www.painfreepotential.co.uk/    Reiki: https://healingumbrella.co.uk/reiki.html and https://www.reikifed.co.uk/   Bowen Therapy:https://mscentrebedsandnorthants.com/therapies/bowen/ and https://www.bowen-technique.co.uk/   Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: https://mscentrebedsandnorthants.com/therapies/ and https://www.hyperbaricoxygentherapy.org.uk/   Reflexology: http://www.findglocal.com/XX/Unknown/204875703323939/Ultimate-Healing-Reflexology  https://www.aor.org.uk/   Action Potential Simulation (APS) Therapy: https://www.painfreepotential.co.uk/    Reiki: https://healingumbrella.co.uk/reiki.html and https://www.reikifed.co.uk/   Bowen Therapy:https://mscentrebedsandnorthants.com/therapies/bowen/ and https://www.bowen-technique.co.uk/   Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: https://mscentrebedsandnorthants.com/therapies/ and https://www.hyperbaricoxygentherapy.org.uk/   Reflexology: http://www.findglocal.com/XX/Unknown/204875703323939/Ultimate-Healing-Reflexology  https://www.aor.org.uk/ copyright: Bron Webster 2020 www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

Bron summarises this first series on MS and movement by talking about the importance of keeping moving. She talks about her personal movement journey since the age of 13 (pre-diagnosis) and the different things she has tried. From weight training, to traditional gym classes and horse-riding. Just what can you do to exercise when you have Multiple Sclerosis? How about exercise during a MS relapse? Register as a MS Action Taker here: https://multiplesuccess.activehosted.com/app/forms/25 Useful organisations: https://www.sportability.org.uk/ https://parasport.org.uk/ https://www.mstrust.org.uk/news/views-and-comments/parkrunning-ms https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/get-active-with-a-disability/  https://www.alterg.com/products/find-an-alterg   copyright: Bron Webster 2020 Website: www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

Trevor and his wife started the MS Gym in 2017 He talks about NeuroPlasticity - ability to adapt and find other pathways to develop new pathways. Also uses eye movements and the vestibular system with an emphasis on a ‘brain-out' (rather than ‘body-in') approach. It integrates the 3 systems - sensory, integration and motor - to create a nervous system that works well. Find the ‘Minimum Effective Dose' for movement - the correct dose for your MS ensuring you don't overdose or underdose on exercise. Trevor has seen how the community he has built around the MS Gym has helped people, and given support when they face challenging periods. Visualisation and its benefits there are 2 types: Deliberate Practise - which is for a specific purpose; walk better and Deep Practise - which involves taking the workout beyond completing each rep: connecting with each and every movement: interoception (where we begin to tune into what we are feeling inside our body as we are exercising). Using visualisation helps because the brain cannot differentiate between actually doing the activity and visualising it.  Trevor shares his beliefs around our MS motivation .. hope which is backed up by proof, science, theory and education to enable people to become a student of their MS body. Taking action and responsibility using the tools and resources helps to give back control. To help counteract your prognosis and give you a sense of empowerment back.   Copright: Bron Webster 2020 https://www.multiplesuccess.co.uk

Pt 2 Part of the MS Movement series over 2 episodes. Beth used to be a very competitive sports woman at Cambridge University. A niggling back problem and 3 miscarriages led to her change in lifestyle, priorities  and career objectives following the birth of her daughter.   Hear more about the proven benefits of pilates for people with MS. Beth tracked the progress of her clients over a 10 week period and saw the biggest improvement in core strength and balance … and in terms of daily life tasks, walking showed the biggest improvement. This demonstrates the benefits of a structured training programme that is body aware and also pleasant to do.    Experience a couple of simple pilates techniques during this episode and take charge of your own MS future.   www.bethpilates.com   copyright Bron Webster 2020 www.multiplesuccess.co.uk hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk

Pt 1 Part of the MS Movement series over 2 episodes. Beth used to be a very competitive sports woman at Cambridge University. A niggling back problem and 3 miscarriages led to her change in lifestyle, priorities  and career objectives following the birth of her daughter.   Hear more about the proven benefits of pilates for people with MS. Beth tracked the progress of her clients over a 10 week period and saw the biggest improvement in core strength and balance … and in terms of daily life tasks, walking showed the biggest improvement. This demonstrates the benefits of a structured training programme that is body aware and also pleasant to do.    Experience a couple of simple pilates techniques during this episode and take charge of your own MS future.   copyright Bron Webster 2020 www.multiplesuccess.co.uk/podcasts hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk

Dom set up his fitness training company in 2008. Prior to this, his mum (who lived with MS) had encountered a massive debilitating relapse. His training to work with people with disabilities came too late to benefit his mum, but Dom felt inspired to share his knowledge with as many people as possible after her death in 2012. His business has evolved from face-to-face clients of ALL abilities to predominantly disabled clients to wholly online training since the beginning of 2020.   He has a predominance of clients with Multiple Sclerosis - at all stages of their MS journey … from newly diagnosed to MS veteran wheelchair users. He also works with clients with other conditions that make exercising difficult - endometriosis; chronic fatigue, M.E., cancer recovery, Parkinsons, stroke recovery ….   Dom talks about his approaches to training his client and his ways to motivate people who live with progressive illness. He has client testimonials showing improved mobility, overcoming fatigue and weight reduction.   

MS ‘Symptoms Short' Episodes. This one briefly covers MS visual problems … what causes these symptoms and how to handle them. Whether it's patchy vision, loss of vision, pain behind the eyes or something that affects you only when you've got overheated after a workout. This episode is not a replacement for seeking professional medical help where necessary. Copyright Bron Webster 2020 website: www.multiplesuccess.co.uk Facebook Page: Multiple Success - https://www.facebook.com/MultipleSuccessDefyTheParadigm

MS ‘Symptoms Short' Episodes. This one briefly covers MS sensory problems … what causes these symptoms and how to handle them.   Whether it's numbness, pins and needles, crawling ants or the sensation of cold water trickling over your skin find out more in this episode. Copyright: Bron Webster 2020 website: www.multiplesuccess.co.uk Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MultipleSuccessDefyTheParadigm      

MS ‘Symptoms Short' Episodes. This one briefly covers MS Fatigue … what causes this symptom and the way different types of MS fatigue are classified. This invisible symptom is the leading cause of unemployment in the MS population so it is not to be underestimated. It has nothing to do with lack of sleep. Take 5 minutes to find out more. The website is https://multiplesuccess.co.uk The 5-day challenge for newly diagnosed people can be found on the facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/MultipleSuccessDefyTheParadigm Copyright: Bron Webster 2020 Website: https://multiplesuccess.co.uk

Introduction video from Bron to new Facebook group member.

Laura (and team)'s research in animal models of Multiple Sclerosis has revealed some interesting benefits of diet - specifically intermittent fasting.  This research progressed to a small-group human pilot study which produced outcomes akin to the animal study. It identified that intermittent fasting, if done under the observation of a dietician, is safe for people with MS. In this case the approach taken was alternate day fasting. The improvement in blood markers seen in the animal study which are associated with inflammation, was also evidenced in the human pilot. Laura is presently involved in a larger scale human study which is exploring caloric-reduced intermittent fasting, similar in approach to the 5:2 approach. Once again this is under the watchful eye of a dietician. The team is looking at the gut microbiome and blood inflammatory markers. What becomes clear as we talk is the difficulty of conducting research amongst patients who are experiencing MS symptoms. There is clearly a desire on behalf of both the patient and researcher to ensure recovery from a relapse is not prevented. This makes it difficult to identify the degree to which, if any, fasting contributes to the improvement (or maybe the steroid treatment brought about the improvement). Laura is keen to point out that she doesn't believe diet can cure MS. Diet is a part of the range of beneficial approaches. You cannot base all your decisions on the stories of others that have no scientific backing.  Epidemiological studies show obesity in children and young adults is associated with an increased risk to develop MS.  www.multiplesuccess.co.uk Email: hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk   Copyright : Multiple Success 2020

Bron is just beginning to accept she is transitioning from RRMS (relapsing remitting MS) to SPMS (secondary progressive MS).  She shares her repeated feelings of grief and loss of hopes and dreams. What emerges from Bron's reflections ‘in the moment' of the recording of this podcast is a repeated pattern of processes she has been through. Namely:  feel the feeling, recognise and name the feeling,  take some action (some negative, some positive),  gain control,  adjust mindset    To find out about the forthcoming short book “Take Charge - Take Me SERIOUSLY” visit: https://multiplesuccess.square.site/product/take-charge-playbook/1?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false   Website: www.multiplesuccess.co.uk Email: hello@multiplesuccess.co.uk Copyright: Multiple Success 2020

After being told she might never walk again Anna sought help … he provoked some questions after just one session … “what if that doctor was wrong?” “what happens if you are the person who can recover from this?” “and what happens if you can't recover but you could still be an incredible person regardless?” Award-winning business coach, podcast host and number 1 best-selling author, Anna Parker-Naples shares with Bron some inner strengths and tips that are highly relevant to listeners of the MS show. You can find more information about Anna at: https://annaparkernaples.co.uk/ Anna talks about how before she made the mindset shift, she came to realise that when you repeatedly tell yourself the same thing over and over again, that's what her brain was seeing as a normal thought pattern. She felt bitter and angry, but managed to maintain her humour when talking about her negative thoughts. She came to realise there is another way to think; that the groove in her mind (neural pathway) could change. … “the only way I was going to recover was to stop this ridiculous challenger that was constantly in my brain” Anna brought her friends and family on board as part of the healing strategy. She switched “I'm in agony” to “I'm having a healing day today”. She realised that, after a period of time,  this created thinking space.  She realised the possibilities would never have been open to her had she not faced that challenging situation. ...“No matter how dark it is you do have choice about how you think and feel about it.”   Bron asks how to find an NLP Practitioner that is right for you … and Anna provides details of a training company. “There might be things in your body that cannot change, but you can shift how you think about it and what it means to you … you can change the meaning of a diagnosis … “ We talk about the emotional process of putting something into words … “it's okay to look backwards if you know that it's to make you move forwards”. You're not always ready to shift from how you're feeling … sometimes it's okay to sit in how you're feeling. The first step is to recognise that's how you're feeling.