Walk A Myelin My Shoes

This episode is about decision fatigue—why it’s real, and how to outsmart it.Inside this episode:Why simplifying isn’t “giving up,” it’s preserving your energyHow to automate everyday decisionsMy favourite trick: the “if–then” planThis isn’t about strict routines.It’s about making space—for joy, rest, and being more than your MS.

MS flares can hit out of nowhere.And when they do, even deciding what to do next can feel impossible.That’s why today’s episode of Walk a Myelin My Shoes is all about designing your day before the bad day shows up.You’ll learn:How to build a simple “bad day box”The science behind decision fatigueWhy planning for low-energy days is a sign of strength, not defeatBecause when the fog rolls in, you deserve more than just survival mode.You deserve soft landings, comfort, and care.

With MS, we often wait for “real progress” before we let ourselves feel good.But what if showing up at all was worth celebrating?Behavioural science says: progress fuels the brain.And it doesn’t care how small it is.In Episode 5 of Walk a Myelin My Shoes, we talk about:Why tracking the tiniest wins boosts motivationHow to train your brain to notice effortAnd how to actually celebrate small stuff (without confetti… unless you want confetti)Because nothing is too small to count—especially when your nervous system is doing a full-time job just keeping you upright.

Here’s a secret from behavioural science:You don’t need to “feel like it” to start.In Episode 4 of Walk a Myelin My Shoes, I talk about the days when MS makes everything feel heavy—and how to make starting easier.Because motivation usually shows up after you take action, not before.This week’s tool?Minimum Viable Action.Think:“Put on the socks.”“Sit on the chair.”“Do one stretch.”Because it’s not about doing it all—it’s about getting in the door.

With MS, our brains are working overtime.Tiny decisions, habits, remembering things—it all adds up. Fast.This week on Walk a Myelin My Shoes, I share one simple shift that helped me finally stick to a routine. Spoiler: it wasn’t motivation.It was moving the vitamin bottle next to the kettle.Seriously.Turns out, your environment has way more power than you think.

Why does something as simple as choosing breakfast feel like climbing a mountain some days? In this episode of Walk a Myelin My Shoes, Andrew breaks down one of the most common hidden challenges for people with MS: decision fatigue. With help from behavioural science (and a relatable cereal aisle moment), he explores how too many tiny choices can drain your brain—and shares simple ways to lighten the load by making life more automatic, not harder. You’ll learn: What decision fatigue is (and why it’s not just you) How small daily choices pile up fast when you have MS Practical tips to reduce decisions and free up mental energy Spoiler: creating a “life uniform” might just change your mornings.

Walk A Myelin My Shoes is a podcast for people living with Multiple Sclerosis who want to feel more in control - without needing superhuman willpower. Hosted by Andrew (diagnosed at 23, still figuring it out), each short, science-backed episode offers practical tools from behavioural science to help you build better habits, manage fatigue, and show yourself some serious kindness. Think of it as your friendly sidekick to traditional medicine; because MS may be unpredictable, but your mindset doesn't have to be. Simple ideas. Tiny changes. Real talk. You don't need to walk this path alone... Just bring your brain, and your myelin shoes.

Welcome to Walk A Myelin My Shoes - a podcast using behavioural science + real life to help people with MS live better, one small shift at a time.