18/07/2024
I’m proud of being me… today, I’ve secured permanent employment at the NHS working as a Senior Manager in children’s mental health. This is working pretty much back at the level I was working my when I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. At the time of diagnosis I thought my life and career was over - I was so uncertain of what was to lie ahead. I might have had to pause my progress for 7 years or so and do a lot of recalibrating, but I didn’t think my brain would be able to work at this level ever again.
I love my job, I love my family and I feel as though I have my life back again.
I can still multi task (and I still volunteer my time to support others), as well as making time to experience key milestones with the children. I also run weekly Pilates classes for people with MS.
Some days are tough… really tough. Recent weeks have been challenging as I’m due for my 6 monthly infusion for my MS drugs. I have to sleep every day at the moment to be able to get through the day, but I’ve learnt to adapt (like the dragonfly!) I’m just taking stock for a moment to reflect on achievements. Things don’t land in laps… most of us have to work for them. I really do believe that remaining as positive as possible helps you overcome the challenging times…
Sorry… deep post for a nighttime mid week message! 🥰 keep going
Dragonfly Pilates with Amy
