229. Living with MS: Ardra Shephard on Identity, Humor, and Redefining Normal

In this episode of The MSing Link Podcast, I’m thrilled to reconnect with Ardra Shephard, a brilliant author, blogger, and advocate for those living with multiple sclerosis (MS).  Join us as we dive into her journey from blogger to author and discuss her powerful new book, "Fallosophy: My Trip Through Life with MS," which offers a candid, humorous take on living with MS.  Ardra opens up about maintaining identity amidst an MS diagnosis, harnessing humor in challenging times, and embracing the ever-changing "next normal." We also tackle practical strategies for adjusting to new symptoms and prioritizing self-care with MS. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that brings insight, community, and optimism to all of us navigating life with MS. About Ardra: Ardra Shephard is the Toronto based author of Fallosophy: My Trip Through Life With MS (Douglas & McIntyre). She is the creator and host of AMI-TV's groundbreaking makeover show Fashion Dis and the creator of Tripping on Air, an award winning blog and podcast about life with MS.    *Headshot taken by Alkan Emin   Connect with Ardra: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ms_trippingonair/ Tripping On Air Blog: https://trippingonair.com/ Adra’s Book On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Fallosophy-My-Trip-through-Life/dp/1771624302   Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me: [email protected]  Website: www.MSingLink.com Social:  ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen ★ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1 → Game Changers Course: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse → Total Core Program: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram → The MSing Link: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink