Ep. 32 - 3 Key Messages from Multiple Sclerosis - on The MultiDimensional MD

This is a special episode where I get to talk to my dear friend Janet Walsmith about her journey with multiple sclerosis and 3 key messages she learned along the way. It is all about living life fully. My Dad did that and I feel that talking about this topic is important just as much for me as for you. He had passed just two days prior to this recording. I know it may sound crazy for me to have done this scheduled video anyway, but it was a way for me to honor these important aspects of life that he stood for as well as to help me process this momentous transition. And what a feel-good way to spend my time by talking to a beautiful friend who shines inside and out. I hope that our little discussion here helps you in some way.

00:00 - Intro by Dr. Dijamco

02:26 - Intro to Janet

04:29 - Why Janet is sharing this experience

05:30 - Possible triggers

07:08 - A spiritual take on Vitamin D

09:02 - What has shifted in your life since then?

09:30 - Told to prepare for the worst

10:22 - Janet and her Dad's perspective

10:58 - Woke up with my arm not working

12:30 - Going inward

13:04 - Sharing and connecting with 25 other people with MS

14:36 - Asking what helped others and studying miracles

15:26 - Needing hope

16:11 - Accept the diagnosis but not the prognosis

16:46 - Focus on what you can do, not what you can't

17:44 - #1 Get to Know Yourself

The diagnosis does not have to be a burden. Creating pauses. Do more of what gives you energy.

18:54 - Notice what gives you energy? What stresses you?

20:05 - Knowing what feeds your life instead of numbing out

20:49 - Why meditation can be difficult at first

21:17 - Knowing everyone has their stuff is empowering

21:41 - Everyone is learning something (playground story)

23:33 - #2 Take Care of Yourself

Focus on nourishing foods you can eat

24:55 - We are energetic beings and need high-vibe foods

26:03 - Mindfulness practice and spending time in nature

26:40 - Reinforcing activities that nourish you

27:10 - Having gratitude and feeling "woke"

29:30 - Still wanting to be present during difficult moments (like my Dad's transition) -Dr Dijamco

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31:52 - Rainbow of living (watch Disney movie "Soul")

32:52 - #3 Be Your Authentic Self

33:37 - Over-scheduled and rushed

34:39 - Finding tools to help me find my calm

35:26 - Have people in your life you can be real with

35:39 - Feeling guarded and not good enough

36:26 - Shifting mindset to one that is more healing

38:00 - Learning through challenges (kids and adults)

39:45 - You're always loved even if you fall

40:38 - Dr. D honoring my Dad

41:52 - How to connect with Janet and Dr. Dijamco

Janet Walsmith: Instagram @well.thought.out

Dr. Dijamco @allworldshealth

With love,

Dr. Arlene Dijamco

The MultiDimensional MD

with Janet Walsmith

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Disclaimer: This video is not intended to diagnose, cure, or treat medical conditions, nor is it to be used as a substitute for advice from a qualified health practitioner. The purpose of this video is informational only. If you need medical advice, please consult directly with Dr. Dijamco or another qualified health practitioner directly.