Is It Me or Is It Narcolepsy?I often wonder if narcolepsy is to blame for my lack of focus or if I am. We know that narcolepsy has...2 min read
New Narcolepsy, New LifeIt is possible to be "born with" narcolepsy and never experience life without it. However, I was not born with narcolepsy. My...2 min read
Falling Asleep in PublicIf you have narcolepsy, chances are you’ve been in this situation, too. You’re in the grocery store, looking at colorful cereal boxes,...2 min read
Eating With Narcolepsy Makes Me TiredLong gone are the days where I could eat a full breakfast and feel energized for the day. At the onset of...2 min read
Approaching Workplace Accommodations – Part One How to approach my employer was one of the hardest decisions I faced after my diagnosis. Accommodations are required to meet the...4 min read
Finding the Right Narcolepsy Treatment Plan Is Like Building a HouseFinding the right narcolepsy treatment plan is like building a house. When I was first diagnosed with narcolepsy, I hoped there would...2 min read
Dating With NarcolepsyNarcolepsy can be an annoying third-wheel on a date. With your nerves on edge and excitement brewing, it can be difficult to...2 min read
Approaching Workplace Accommodations (Part 2): When Good Accommodations Go BadIt’s important to stay vigilant when assessing an accommodations request. Are the accommodations providing support and opportunities for success? Is the employer...4 min read
Loving a Narcoleptic: A Letter to My Future LoveI am a narcoleptic. I am not like anyone you have ever known. Life with me will be different and can be...3 min read
The Exhaustion of Just Making It Through the Day: Helping Others to UnderstandLiving with narcolepsy can involve fighting excessive daytime sleepiness and fatigue on a daily basis. Getting through each day and engaging in...3 min read
How to Cope with Narcolepsy Stigma from FamilyLiving with narcolepsy isn't just an individual journey; it's a shared experience within the intricate web of family dynamics. While we hope...3 min read
To Work or Not — That IS the Question!I received notice today that vocational rehab has a spot open for me. This program is my last attempt to enter the...2 min read
