Who I Was Before NarcolepsyI miss the old me. The me that I used to be, before narcolepsy. I miss that person that could stay up studying for all hours of the night, memorizing... By Tatiana Corbitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Reality of Imposter Syndrome in Narcolepsy"Imposter syndrome" is a term that has become well-known in recent years. Although it’s frequently associated with success-related situations, it’s also very applicable to invisible illnesses like narcolepsy. For those... By Iris Vasconcelos3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
8 Natural Ways to Stay AwakeWe are always searching for new ways to stay awake, and while medication is undeniably essential for many of us, we can’t forget that there are other things that can... By Iris Vasconcelos2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Learning to Make Myself a PriorityI am so excited to be able to share my narcolepsy experiences with all of you again! I have taken a year off to concentrate on my health, and it... By Jenean3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Narcolepsy and GriefGrief is something that I have been used to from a young age. It is extremely hard to go through, but narcolepsy and grief feels like a different ball game... By Bella Kilmartin2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Managing Stress and Narcolepsy: Part 1Narcolepsy and stress often go hand-in-hand. Cataplexy is a temporary paralysis that people with type 1 narcolepsy (like me) experience. It is triggered by heightened emotional states.1 Other ways in... By Tatiana Corbitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Narcolepsy and Feeling Chronically AloneLiving with a chronic illness is hard. Living with an invisible chronic illness like narcolepsy is hard and extremely lonely. As a narcolepsy advocate and support group host, I have... By Iris Vasconcelos2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
5 Ways I Am Improving My Life With Narcolepsy This YearAll over my social media in recent months, I saw quotes like "new year, new me," or "out with the old, in with the new." Everyone was so pumped up... By Alyssa Walker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
7 Subtle Signs of What Might Be NarcolepsyWhen most people think of narcolepsy, they immediately envision someone who falls asleep suddenly, anywhere, anytime. However, narcolepsy is much more than excessive daytime sleepiness; there are numerous other symptoms... By Iris Vasconcelos3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
Limitless, Yet LimitedI have a thirst for learning. I am always interested in developing a new skill, doing something new. I get restless and bored with the mundane. I crave a little... By Kerly Joy Bwoga3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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, itching, and an ugly red-bumped rash. Very couture... By Tatiana Corbitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Dating and Idiopathic HypersomniaWith another Valentine's Day come and gone, the holiday reminds me about the struggles I’ve had with dating due to my idiopathic hypersomnia (IH). Before I was diagnosed, I was... By Lauryn Craine3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Health Leader Roundtable: Narcolepsy and Sleep Health AwarenessNarcolepsy is a sleep disorder impacting between 135,000 and 200,000 people in the United States alone. With symptoms like excessive daytime sleepiness and insomnia, it's no wonder many people with... By Narcolepsy Team5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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 out, and it often prevents me from prioritizing... By Tre Burge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
5 of the Weirdest Places I've NappedLiving with narcolepsy means sometimes I have to rest my eyes in inconvenient places. There are times when I can fight through the overwhelming urge to sleep, and I’m grateful... By Gabrielle Keith2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
The Evolution of My CataplexyMost people I’ve spoken to have expressed that one of their first symptoms of narcolepsy was excessive daytime sleepiness. This was not my case. The first symptom I remember experiencing... By Iris Vasconcelos3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments21 comments
Searching for DiversityI have been actively seeking out fellow people with narcolepsy for over 2 decades. I started out in online groups where I was talking with people online. Most of the... By Kerly Joy Bwoga4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
"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 letters. I had to get a lawyer. I... By Tatiana Corbitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
"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 narcolepsy by attending the Narcolepsy UK conferences, but... By Kerly Joy Bwoga3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
7 Techniques I Use To Avoid Sleep ParalysisIf you’ve experienced sleep paralysis, you most likely know how terrifying these experiences can be. They can range from seeing disturbing entities to feeling them suffocating you. It goes without... By Iris Vasconcelos3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments