What has MS given you?
I know this is a funny way of thinking but I've been kinda reflecting on things lately and I've been trying to think about the positives in MS. I know there's countless things that are a pain in the ass but thought it'd be interesting to hear what positives MS has given everyone. For me its been a sense of purpose and realisation that nothing lasts for ever so I've become more grateful for the little things in life in a way I'm sure I never would have whilst realising what really matters to me from the bigger picture. So since my diagnosis 18 months ago I've started my dream job and had a son. My MS is generally not too severe apart from fatigue but I feel that I appreciate what I have a whole lot more.
So, what about anybody else?
Good subject. After a bit of thought i'd have to say on one hand it has given me much more tolerance for others and the 'hidden' things they may be dealing with as well. And on the flip side a lack of tolerance for anything that is going to hold me back from living my life.
It's made me put up with people's crap less. My philosophy in life is now 'life isn't a popularity contest'. Can't be doing with fake BSers for the sake of playing nice. On the other hand I've got all the time in the world for people with genuine health problems!