Nine months ago, my life changed when I was diagnosed with MS in 2023. The journey since has been nothing short of transformative—physically, mentally, and emotionally. I’ve faced challenges I never imagined: enduring relentless relapses, the disconnection of not being able to feel my hands, feet, or legs for almost a year, battling severe vertigo, debilitating headaches, and even the loss of color in my world through complete color blindness. Through those darkest moments, I clung to hope, knowing that treatment was on the horizon. Since starting Ocrevus in May, I’ve felt a cautious optimism—a lightness that perhaps the storm is finding some calm. It feels like, for the first time in a long time, the relapses are being held at bay, allowing me to glimpse a version of “normal” that I thought I had lost. In May, I chose to challenge myself further, participating in the MS Walk—a commitment to walk 20km for something greater than myself. Halfway through, my body began to resist. I started to get foot drop, my leg kept giving way, but I pushed forward, step by step, until I crossed that finish line. That moment wasn’t just about the walk; it was about defiance, about proving to myself and others that MS doesn’t define my/our limits. Together, we raised £3680—a testament to what can be achieved through shared hope and support. This journey has taught me that while MS may try to isolate, it also connects us to a community of warriors who truly understand. If you’re navigating this path—whether newly diagnosed or a long-time traveler—know that you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here, ready to share, to listen, to offer advice, or simply to remind you that you’re not alone. Please don’t hesitate to reach out.