Working From Home: The Good, the Bad, and the UglyI am sure so many of us have experienced the ups and downs of working from home over the last 2 years...reactionscomments
Analyzing the Benefits and Risks of Stimulant UseMost people living with narcolepsy are well acquainted with this word: stimulants. Known under countless other names (amphetamines, methylphenidate, Ritalin, modafinil, Adderall...reactions4comments
6 Tips for Staying on Top of TreatmentLiving with a long-term health condition requires us to stay on top of everything: doctor’s appointments, new symptoms, insurance, and, of course...reactionscomments
Day in the Life of a Flight Attendant With NarcolepsyI became a flight attendant in May 2017. Initially, I didn't care to be a flight attendant. I was going to practice...reactions8comments
Mr. Night Shift and Ms. NarcolepsyI met my boyfriend in high school. Honestly, I never really noticed him until my senior year. We were both in the...reactionscomments
Narcolepsy, Periods, and Cramps… Oh My!I have lived with narcolepsy since it onset in my junior year of college in 2016. The symptoms were extremely difficult to...reactions1comment
How I Prepare for Medical AppointmentsMost of us living with narcolepsy are probably well acquainted with regular visits to the doctor. Unfortunately, people diagnosed with narcolepsy very...reactions2comments
Using Public Transportation With NarcolepsyI recently moved to Portland, Oregon, and am learning how to utilize the public transit services. I own a car but like...reactionscomments
Frustrating Challenges of Brain FogOne of the more frustrating challenges of living with narcolepsy is the brain fog and memory issues. There are many times when...reactions6comments
Narcolepsy Onset Is TraumaticMy narcolepsy is unique. My narcolepsy was caused by a virus — a little bug. I was visiting home from college when...reactions4comments
Surviving RegretI’ve been wondering for some time now if I’m the only one that feels as though I’m simply watching everyone else live...reactionscomments
Tips for Nights Out With NarcolepsyIn a previous post, I spoke about my experiences of nights out and drinking alcohol. I've struggled with it and, at times...reactions2comments
Finding Housing With a Narcolepsy Service DogWhen I found out that I had to be out of my current living situation in a month due to a lack...reactions2comments
Becoming a Social Media AdvocateUsually, when we speak about social media, it is not in a very favourable manner. Social media has impacted society in many...reactions2comments
3 Ways to Live a Better Life With NarcolepsyOne way to live better with narcolepsy is to learn what is best for you. After my diagnosis of narcolepsy, I thought that...reactions5comments
Losing Weight as a NarcolepticJust 2 years ago, at the peak of my narcolepsy symptom severity, I was at my highest weight ever. My BMI put...reactions6comments
Go to Sleep!This is a little reminder for myself and anyone else out there who may need it. You have narcolepsy – a chronic...reactions2comments
Winter Break and My Big MoveAs I am writing this, I am currently on winter break and finished my second semester of college. I studied a lot...reactions1comment
Narcolepsy in Literature: 'Hallucinations' by Oliver SacksIn my “Narcolepsy in Literature” series, I have been reviewing a number of books in which the authors have depicted narcolepsy. Each...reactions4comments
5 Ways to Instantly Shift a Bad MoodWe all have those days when we feel extremely down, irritable, or are simply just in a bad mood for no reason...reactionscomments
