Narcolepsy and GriefGrief is something that I have been used to from a young age. It is extremely hard to go through, but narcolepsy...reactions1comment
Nights Out With NarcolepsyHere in the United Kingdom, the legal drinking age is 18. We Brits are known for loving a good night out, whether...reactions9comments
Recovering With Narcolepsy: A Tale of 2 ConditionsHave you had the pleasure of getting shingles? "Pleasure" is not the right word, of course. There is a lot of pain...reactions5comments
My Struggles With Sleep and NutritionI have recently realized that my relationship with sleep and nutrition is not the best. I struggle with a fear of missing...reactions1comment
Ways to Raise Awareness About Your Sleep DisorderThe National Sleep Foundation’s Sleep Awareness Week® is celebrated in March each year. As you likely know, many people don’t know much...reactionscomments
Searching for DiversityI have been actively seeking out fellow people with narcolepsy for over 2 decades. I started out in online groups where I...reactions2comments
"Prove You're Disabled"... Again!The first time I went through the application process for disability benefits, it was too much to handle. I received many denial...reactions5comments
"Narcolepsy? What's That?"The number of people I know with narcolepsy grew greatly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Pre-pandemic I had met a few people with...reactionscomments
The Mystery of Sleep ParalysisSleep paralysis is a subject that fascinated me long before I was ever diagnosed with narcolepsy. The commonality of experiences just perplexes...reactions4comments
Automatic Behavior: Navigating Through EpisodesHave you ever lost 5 full minutes of your life? You sit at your desk and look at the time. It's 11:05...reactions6comments
Strategies For Managing Automatic BehaviorsAs a person with severe type 1 narcolepsy, the question isn’t whether I will experience automatic behaviors or not – the question...reactions2comments
10 Ways To Self-AdvocateWe talk a lot about spreading awareness and advocacy in this community, and while both are so important, in order to do...reactions2comments
Your Year in Review With NarcolepsyAs we all prepare to ring in the New Year of 2023, it's the perfect time to connect with each other as...reactions2comments
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
No Screens, PleaseHealthy sleep habits are important for people with and without sleep disorders like narcolepsy; from waking up and going to sleep at...reactions2comments
Small Steps Towards HealthyIt’s hard knowing you used to be healthy, and now you’re not. It’s hard to look at pictures of yourself from a...reactions1comment
Dear StrangerDear Stranger, I see you eyeing me from across the room. Your table is in the other corner of the restaurant and...reactions3comments
Holistic Narcolepsy Remedies: Part 3 – Equine TherapyHolistic therapies have been around for centuries. I currently utilize holistic therapies in addition to the Western medication I need to adequately...reactionscomments
Disabled Hikers Are Valid TooA typical Monday morning might find me toeing a rocky trail in the middle of a forest. Unlike working, hiking is something...reactions4comments
‘Brittany Runs A Marathon’: What About When Lifestyle Changes Don’t Fix You?Brittany Runs a Marathon (available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video) is a tale of the arduous journey of one woman in...reactions5comments
