Does anyone have a partner that just doesn't get it?
I have a partner that is 10 years older and always says "I'm sore my back hurts,rub my back or my arms or legs hurt"(hands feel like bone over bone with ant pressue) but sometimes they don't even take in your diagnosed with MS or deem handicap by the government. She always jokes when we park and says oh look we getting "V.I.P". I was walking with a cane for about 9 months. But within the last few months. So i personally dont use it anymore. I've gotten better my issue is just the comparison and lack of understanding... I've tried to even introduce her to podcast and articles but seems to not igaf.
Do you have a partner that just doesn't get it and lacks the compassion? It's getting to the point where others care more then her which sucks pretty hard.
Honestly yes. I think it’s so hard for other people to understand exactly what we experience, and it’s also hard to explain sometimes. But just try to explain things to her at any opportunity and explain that it’s important to you that she listens. I will say me and my husband always joke with each other about my MS to make the best out of a bad situation, so don’t be afraid to have a joke with her too, it’s best to laugh!
Really sorry to hear this! If you have anyone else in your life with Ms you could always try getting them to explain, it might help her to hear it from a different perspective, you could always introduce her to this group to see what Msers go through on a daily basis. Even an open,honest conversation about your feelings might help!